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SayPro Design Competition 2025
Rules and Guidelines
1. Overview
The SayPro Design Competition aims to showcase innovative, original design work from talented individuals and teams across the globe. The competition is open to both emerging and professional designers, providing a platform for creativity, social impact, and cultural relevance.
2. Eligibility
- Open to individuals aged 18 and above.
- Both professionals and students may enter.
- Participants may enter individually or as part of a team (maximum 4 members per team).
- SayPro employees or affiliates may not participate.
3. Categories
Participants may submit entries under the following categories:
- Graphic Design
- Product Design
- Fashion Design
- Environmental or Architectural Design
- Digital/UX Design
4. Theme
All submissions must align with the 2025 theme:
“Designing for Social Impact: Innovation with Purpose.”
5. Submission Requirements
Design File Formats
- All entries must be submitted digitally.
- Acceptable formats:
- Images: JPEG, PNG (300 DPI minimum)
- Documents: PDF (max 10MB)
- Videos (if applicable): MP4, maximum 2 minutes (optional)
Design Description (Mandatory)
- A written description of your design must be submitted.
- Word limit: 250–500 words
- Should include:
- Concept & inspiration
- Target audience
- Materials used (if applicable)
- How the design addresses the theme
Presentation Boards (Optional but recommended)
- Up to 3 A3-size boards in PDF format
- Must include title, visuals, annotations
6. Format Guidelines
- Entries must be original and unpublished.
- Designs should not include offensive, violent, or discriminatory content.
- Use of AI-generated elements must be declared and should not constitute more than 30% of the design.
7. Submission Procedure
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Visit the official SayPro competition page: [Insert URL]
- Register your details via the online form.
- Upload the required documents and files.
- Agree to the terms and conditions.
- Submit by the deadline.
Submission Deadline
- Entries must be submitted by: July 31, 2025 (23:59 GMT)
- Late submissions will not be accepted.
8. Judging Criteria
- Originality and Creativity (30%)
- Relevance to the Theme (25%)
- Functionality/Feasibility (20%)
- Aesthetic and Technical Execution (15%)
- Presentation and Communication (10%)
9. Awards & Recognition
- Winner (1 per category): $2,000 USD + Certificate + Publication
- Runner-Up: $1,000 USD + Certificate
- Honorable Mention: Certificate only
Selected finalists will be featured in the SayPro 2025 Design Catalogue and may be invited to showcase at our annual exhibition.
10. Terms and Conditions
- All intellectual property remains with the designer.
- SayPro reserves the right to display entries for promotional purposes.
- Plagiarism or rule violations will result in disqualification.
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