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HackForge Graphic Design Competition - Rules & Regulations


1. Eligibility

  • Participants: The competition is open to current university students. Proof of enrollment (student ID or current semester transcript) will be required during registration.
  • Software Requirement: All entries must be created using Adobe Photoshop and/or Canva.
  • Individual Participation: The competition is for individual participants only; team entries will not be accepted.

2. Competition Categories

Participants must choose one category from both themes for their design. Each theme category offers a broad spectrum of creative possibilities and encourages a unique perspective:

  • Theme 1: Social Issues

  • Theme 2: Climate and Environment

    • Climate Activism | Climate Justice
    • Global Warming: Effects and Future
    • Say no to Plastic

3. Design Theme

  • Theme: The designs must adhere to the competition theme. Participants are encouraged to creatively interpret the theme within the given category.
  • Designs that do not align with the theme will not be considered for judging.

4. Submission Guidelines

  • Submission: Each student must choose one category from each theme, and each category will have 1 hour to complete and submit.
  • Submission Deadline: All entries must be submitted within 2 hours.
  • File Format:
    • Designs must be submitted in PSD (Photoshop) format, as well as a high-resolution JPEG or PNG version for preview purposes.
    • Maximum file size: No Limit.
    • Include a brief design description explaining the concept and design process.
    • File Naming: Use the following format for file names: [Your Name][Class][Section].
    • Originality: All submissions must be the original work of the participant and created solely for this competition. Using third-party stock images, templates, or pre-made assets is not allowed.
    • Late Submissions: No entries will be accepted after the deadline.

5. Judging Criteria

Entries will be evaluated by a panel of industry professionals and faculty members based on the following criteria:

  • Creativity & Originality: Innovative and unique design concepts.
  • Technical Skill: Proficiency in using Adobe Photoshop and/or Illustrator.
  • Relevance to Theme: How well the design reflects and interprets the given theme.
  • Aesthetic Quality: Visual appeal and composition.

6. Competition Timeline

  • Registration Deadline: 5 Oct 2024
  • Design Submission Deadline: 1 Hour For Each Category.
  • Announcement of Winners: Winners will be announced on the same day via Judges and posted on our social media.

7. Prizes

  • 1st Place: Prize + Certificate + Shield
  • 2nd Place: Prize + Certificate
  • 3rd Place: Certificate
  • Certificates: All participants will receive digital certificates of participation.
  • Winning designs will be featured in the university’s digital gallery and highlighted on social media.

8. Intellectual Property

  • All participants retain the copyright to their submitted designs.
  • However, by entering the competition, participants grant NUML the non-exclusive right to use, display, and promote the designs for competition-related activities (e.g., exhibitions, social media, promotional content), with proper credit given to the designer.
  • NUML will not use any submitted design for commercial purposes without prior agreement with the designer.

9. Software Use Guidelines

  • Only Adobe Photoshop and Canva are permitted for use in the competition.
  • Designs created using other software or online tools will be disqualified.
  • Participants must be prepared to share source files (PSD/Canva Link) to verify the authenticity of their work.

10. Disqualification

Grounds for disqualification include:

  • Using stock images, pre-made templates, or third-party design assets.
  • Submitting plagiarized or copied designs.
  • Failure to adhere to the submission format or theme.
  • Submitting work created using non-Adobe software.

11. Code of Conduct

  • All participants are expected to maintain professional and ethical behavior throughout the competition.
  • Respectful communication with judges, organizers, and fellow participants is required.
  • Any form of misconduct, including falsifying information or attempting to manipulate the competition results, will result in disqualification.

12. Submission Process

  • All designs must be submitted via [Email Address] by the deadline.
  • Participants will receive a confirmation email upon successful submission.
  • For any technical issues, participants should contact the Competition Lead.

13. Contact Information

  • For inquiries or assistance, please contact Hussain Afzal: 0334-2026415

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