Rookie Awards 2024

Overview

The Graphic Design category celebrates artists skilled in visual communication through various mediums. Whether it’s branding, advertising, digital media, or print design, this category is your platform to showcase how you create engaging and effective graphic designs that capture attention and communicate messages clearly.

Who Should Enter?

This category welcomes graphic designers in areas such as:

• Branding and Identity Designers: Demonstrate your ability to create cohesive and impactful brand identities.
• Advertising and Marketing Designers: Show how your designs effectively promote products or services.
• Digital and Web Designers: Present your skill in creating visually appealing and user-friendly digital media.
• Print and Publication Designers: Display your expertise in designing for print media, including magazines, brochures, and posters.

Judging Criteria

The judges are primarily looking for artists who are ready to enter the industry. They will assess your readiness for an entry-level job based on:

• Overall Presentation: How well you organize and present your work.
• Technical Skills: Your proficiency in the necessary technical aspects of your field.
• Creative Skills: Your ability to innovate and present unique design solutions.
• Variety of Content: The range and diversity of your work, demonstrating versatility.
• Employment Potential: Your potential to be a valuable asset in a professional setting.

Consider your entry as a job interview. Showcase your best work that represents not just your talent, but also your ability to meet industry demands and standards.

Entry Requirements and Guidelines

• Individual entries only; no team or professional projects.
• Diverse Portfolio: Showcase a range of graphic design projects that demonstrate your versatility and creativity.
• Explain Your Work: Provide brief descriptions for each design, detailing your creative process, techniques used, and objectives achieved.
• Professional Presentation: Ensure your entry is well-organized, visually engaging, and showcases your graphic design skills.
• Read the Rules to confirm eligibility.

Tips for a Successful Entry

• Engage with the Community: Connect with judges and fellow designers on our Discord Server.
• Review Past Winners: Be inspired by previous year’s entries.
• Learn from Tutorials: Improve your graphic design skills with online resources.

How to Enter

1. Click “Submit Entry” to begin.
2. Upload your best graphic design work, including images and conceptual details.
3. Select ‘Rookie of the Year > Graphic Design’ as your category.
4. Agree to the rules and confirm your eligibility.
5. Confirm & Submit your entry to the judging panel.