Design Entries

Best Overall Design

This entry should demonstrate not only how the publication's design and graphic elements flow together to create a consistent, inviting and stimulating overall look, but also how effective graphic design enhances the value of the information. Submit one physical copy of each of three issues. Publications may enter this category only once.

Best Single Cover

This entry should represent the best use of design, typography, information and photo or illustration to both entice the reader into the issue and reflect the publication's mission. Submit one physical copy of one complete issue. Publications may enter this category multiple times.

Best Table of Contents

This entry should demonstrate creativity, clarity in promoting the issue's contents and attractive design consistent with the publication overall. Submit one physical copy of one complete issue. Publications may enter this category only once.

Best Technical Article

This article focuses on technology, science, business or industry and combines theory, methodologies, analysis and discussion of relevance to the publication's readers. Judges also will consider documentation. Upload a PDF of one complete article per entry. Publications may enter this category multiple times.

Best Use of Visuals/Illustration

This category pertains to a single feature article, column or department. This entry should incorporate top-quality illustration and demonstrate a consistent approach to integrating the art in the editorial content or layout, as well as effective use of either color or black and white. Submit one physical copy of one complete article, column or department. Publications may enter this category multiple times.

Best Use of Visuals/Photography

This category pertains to a single feature article, column or department. This entry should incorporate top-quality photography and demonstrate a consistent approach to integrating the photography in the editorial content or layout, as well as effective use of either color or black and white. Submit one physical copy of one complete article, column or department. Publications may enter this category multiple times.