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Young Ones ADC offers students the chance to earn an ADC Cube by competing in some of the same disciplines and categories from the ADC Annual Awards.

Advertising
Apparel / Accessory / Footwear Design
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design
Artificial Intelligence
Brand / Communication Design

Design for Good
Experiential Design
Gaming
Illustration
Interactive

Motion / Film Craft
Packaging Design
Photography
Product Design
Publication Design

Typography
Capstone Project

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Advertising

YOA-01A
Advertising: Art Direction
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) campaign that expresses craft in visual communication executed through any medium (including digital, motion, direct, press, poster, etc).

YOA-01B
Advertising: Branded Content / Entertainment
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Brand integration into advertising content (including, but not limited to games, online video, TV/Film, etc).

YOA-01C
Advertising: Craft in Video - Direction
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Overall creative visualization and realization of a video or video(s)

YOA-01D
Advertising: Craft in Video - Editing
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Structure and timing of shots within a video or video(s)

YOA-01E
Advertising: Craft in Video - Special Effects
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Simulation of imagery within a video or videos.

YOA-01F
Advertising: Craft in Writing - TV / Film / Video
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Artistry in writing for a single (1) targeted advertisement or series (2-10) of videos.

YOA-01G
Advertising: Craft in Writing - Online / Social
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Artistry in writing for a single (1) targeted advertisement or series (2-10) of advertisements executed online or through social media.

YOA-01H
Advertising: Craft in Writing - Outdoor
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Artistry in writing for a single (1) targeted advertisement or series (2-10) of out of home advertisements.

YOA-01J
Advertising: Direct
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single or series of advertisements distributed directly to consumers.

YOA-01K
Advertising: Integrated
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

An integrated advertising campaign utilizing two (2) or more mediums

YOA-01L
Advertising: Out of Home & Press / Promotional
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of printed or digital promotional materials. May include posters, signage, displays, billboards, physical promotional products, or moving signage etc.

YOA-01M
Advertising: Television / Film
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single or series of video(s) created for the purpose of advertising a service, product, or company, specifically through television or film

YOA-01N
Advertising: Online Video
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single or series of video(s) created for the purpose of advertising a service, product, or company through online content platforms (i.e. Youtube, TikTok, Instagram)

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Apparel / Accessory / Footwear Design

YOA-02A
Apparel / Accessory / Footwear Design: Craft
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Skill shown in the design (including conceptual designs) of a wearable or fashion item

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Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design

YOA-03A
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Architecture
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) project featuring the design of a public spaces, commercial spaces, residential spaces, infrastructure, retail spaces, etc.

YOA-03B
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Exhibition Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Design of a single (1) physical space to convey a story, theme or topic (including museum or trade show exhibitions, etc)

YOA-03C
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Interior Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) project featuring design of interiors. Includes the design of event spaces, residential interiors, retail stores, or public buildings, etc.

YOA-03D
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Landscape Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) project featuring design of built and natural environments including parks, plazas, campuses, residences, public open spaces, promenades, pop-ups, etc.

YOA-03E
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Set / Stage Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) project featuring design of sets and stages for film and video, theater, concerts, events, etc.

YOA-03F
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Urban Planning
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) project featuring innovative design responsive of current urban challenges including pollution, information technology and socialization.

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Artificial Intelligence

YOA-04A
Artificial Intelligence: Execution
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A final product or project that was produced through the use of AI. The final product will be judged.

YOA-04B
Artificial Intelligence: Idea
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A project or product which was developed on an idea that incorporates AI. The idea will be judged.

YOA-04C
Artificial Intelligence: Application
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A product, service or experience that is changed through the use of AI.

YOA-04D
Artificial Intelligence: Process
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

The use of AI within the creation of a project or product. The process will be judged.

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Brand / Communication Design

YOA-05A
Brand / Communication Design: Branding Systems / Identities - Digital
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Communication of brand identity utilizing digital mediums. May include a series (2-10) of assets for web, mobile, or any other interactive platform.

YOA-05B
Brand / Communication Design: Branding Systems / Identities - Integrated
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Communication of brand identity utilizing multiple mediums. May include a series (2-10) of digital, print, video and/or interactive assets.

YOA-05C
Brand / Communication Design: Branding Systems / Identities - Print
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Communication of brand identity utilizing print mediums. May include a series (2-10) of posters, print ads, collateral or any other physical assets.

YOA-05D
Brand / Communication Design: Branding Systems / Identities - Television / Film / Online Networks
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Communication of brand identity utilizing moving image. May include a series (2-5) of television, film, streaming or online video assets.

YOA-05F
Brand / Communication Design: Posters / Promotional
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single or series of printed poster(s) or promotional item(s).

YOA-05G
Brand / Communication Design: Logo
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of static or dynamic graphic images that identifies a company or product while also communicating the brand.

YOA-05H
Brand / Communication Design: Rebranding
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A change to the corporate image for an established organization or company. May include a series (2-10) of digital, print, video and/or interactive assets.

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Design for Good

YOA-06A
Design for Good: Advertising
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

An advertising campaign or piece that encourages positive societal or political change. Includes video, out of home, press, direct advertising, etc. For other advertising entries, please see YOA-01.

YOA-06B
Design for Good: Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A spatial design project that encourages positive societal or political change. For other spatial design project entries, please see YOA-03.

YOA-06D
Design for Good: Brand / Communication Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Brand design that encourages positive societal or political change. For other brand and communication design entries, please see YOA-05.

YOA-06E
Design for Good: Experiential Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-5) of immersive designs that encourage positive societal or political change. For other experiential entries, please see YOA-07.

YOA-06F
Design for Good: Illustration
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of illustrations that encourage positive societal or political change. For other illustration entries, please see YOA-09.

YOA-06G
Design for Good: Interactive
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) digital ad or series (2-10) that encourages positive societal or political change. For other interactive entries, please see YOA-10.

YOA-06H
Design for Good: Motion / Film / Gaming Craft
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-5) of videos that encourage positive societal or political change. For other motion and film entries, please see YOA-11.

YOA-06J
Design for Good: Packaging Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of packaging design that encourages positive societal or political change. For other packaging entries, please see YOA-12.

YOA-06K
Design for Good: Photography
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of photographs that encourage positive societal or political change. For other photography entries, please see YOA-13.

YOA-06M
Design for Good: Product Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of product design that encourages positive societal or political change. Includes sustainable, eco-friendly products, etc. For other product design entries, please see YOA-14.

YOA-06N
Design for Good: Publication Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of book or editorial design that encourages positive societal or political change.

YOA-06P
Design for Good: Typography
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of typographic design that encourages positive societal or political change. For other typography entries, please see YOA-16.

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Experiential Design

YOA-07A
Experiential Design: Digital Experiences
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) experience that utilizes digital elements (including AR/VR, virtual events, virtual Reality, etc)

YOA-07B
Experiential Design: Live Experiences
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of live events. May include concerts, product launches, placemaking, public installations, etc.

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Gaming

YOA-08A
Gaming: Animation
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Craftsmanship in the animation of objects and characters within a video game.

YOA-08B
Gaming: Art Direction
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Craftsmanship in the design and interaction of all visual elements within a video game.

YOA-08C
Gaming: Character Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Craftsmanship in the character design for a video game. Includes character concept, style and digital artwork.

YOA-08D
Gaming: Narrative / Writing
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Craftsmanship in the creation of the script, plot, or broader themes of the content in a video game.

YOA-08E
Gaming: UX/UI
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Craftsmanship in the design of the user experience or user interface for a game.

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Illustration

YOA-09A
Illustration: Book
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Illustration for a book. Includes illustrations for book jackets or interiors.

YOA-09B
Illustration: Animation
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Simulation of movement created by displaying sequential frames within a video(s).

YOA-09C
Illustration: Comic Book / Manga / Graphic Novel
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Illustration for a comic book, manga, or graphic novel. Includes illustrations for book jackets or interiors or digital publications.

YOA-09D
Illustration: Digital
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Illustration created using primarily digital tools or intended for digital viewing.

YOA-09E
Illustration: Editorial
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Illustration for an editorial cover, spread, or full issue.

YOA-09F
Illustration: Mural / Graffiti / Street Art
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Illustrations posted in public spaces

YOA-09G
Illustration: Permanent / Temporary Tattoos
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Illustrations intended for placement on the human body

YOA-09H
Illustration: Print
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Printed illustration. May include printed posters, programs, stationery, stamps etc.

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Interactive

YOA-10A
Interactive: AR / VR
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

An app that uses AR, VR or MR as a primary feature.

YOA-10B
Interactive: Art Direction
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Design and interaction of all visual elements within an interactive project.

YOA-10C
Interactive: Copywriting for Digital
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Written content within an interactive project.

YOA-10D
Interactive: Data Visualization
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Visual contextualization of information within an interactive project.

YOA-10E
Interactive: Social Media or Streaming Media
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A traditional social media campaign or a campaign utilizing reels, stories, live-streams, full-length videos, etc. on a streaming platform including Youtube, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, etc. This category is for interactive campaigns. Online Videos with no interactive elements should be submitted in Motion/Film Craft or Advertising.

YOA-10F
Interactive: User Experience Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

The user experience design for website(s), app(s) or other digital medium(s).

YOA-10G
Interactive: User Interface Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

The user interface design for website(s), app(s) or other digital medium(s).

YOA-10H
Interactive: Website
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A desktop and/or mobile website.

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Motion / Film Craft

YOA-11A
Motion / Film Craft: Animation
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the simulation of movement created by displaying sequential frames.

YOA-11B
Motion / Film Craft: Cinematography
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the movement of the camera, framing, lighting and filming choices.

YOA-11C
Motion / Film Craft: Direction
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Concept and execution for a single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos.

YOA-11D
Motion / Film Craft: Documentary
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos intended to document some aspect of reality, primarily for the purposes of instruction, education, or maintaining a historical record.

YOA-11E
Motion / Film Craft: Editing
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the timing and cuts of film segments.

YOA-11F
Motion / Film Craft: Motion Graphics
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the combination of different creative elements like typography, illustration, logos, shapes and video, animated in a way that tells a story.

YOA-11G
Motion / Film Craft: Movie Trailer
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) preview or series (2-5) of previews for a film.

YOA-11H
Motion / Film Craft: Music Video
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos featuring a performance of a song.

YOA-11J
Motion / Film Craft: Narrative
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) films or series (2-5) of films with a brand integrated into the script, plot, or broader themes of the content. Includes fiction and non-fiction work.

YOA-11K
Motion / Film Craft: Short Video
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A film or series of films that is 5 minutes or less.

YOA-11M
Motion / Film Craft: Title Sequences
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) design of identity or credits.

YOA-11N
Motion / Film Craft: Use of Music / Sound
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the use of audio in tandem with visuals.

YOA-11P
Motion / Film Craft: Visual Effects
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) video or series (2-5) of videos displaying craft in the simulation of imagery.

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Packaging Design

YOA-12A
Packaging Design: Packaging Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) highlighting craft in the design or concepting of a package

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Photography

YOA-13A
Photography: Photography
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) highlighting craft in photography

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Product Design

YOA-14A
Product Design: Product Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) highlighting craft in the design or concepting of a product

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Publication Design

YOA-15A
Publication Design: Books
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Overall design and layout of a book or book series (including jacket or interior)

YOA-15B
Publication Design: Magazines
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Design, layout and typography of an single (1) magazineor newspaper or series (2-10) of related magazines and newspapers (including covers, spreads or full-issues)

YOA-15C
Publication Design: Online Publication
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Overall layout and functionality of a single (1) or series (2-10) of digital magazines, e-books or catalogues.

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Typography

YOA-16A
Typography: Advertising
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) ad or series (2-10) of ads where typography or lettering plays a major role.

YOA-16B
Typography: Brand / Communication Design
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) branded identity in which typography or lettering plays a major role.

YOA-16C
Typography: Digital
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of typography or lettering projects created primarily for digital use/viewing.

YOA-16D
Typography: Environmental
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of typography or lettering images created for large-scale use/viewing.

YOA-16E
Typography: Lettering
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Art of drawing letters through a single (1) project or series (2-10) of related projects.

YOA-16F
Typography: Motion
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

A single (1) or series (2-10) of projects featuring moving/animated typography or lettering.

YOA-16G
Typography: Package / Product
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Typeface designed for any single (1) or series (2-10) of packages or products.

YOA-16H
Typography: Poster
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Typeface use and design in any type of single (1) or series (2-10) of posters.

YOA-16J
Typography: Publication
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Typeface use and design in any type of single (1) or series (2-10) of publications. May include book covers, book interiors, magazines, newspapers or digital publications.

YOA-16K
Typography: Typeface
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Development of a set of typographic characters. May be single (1) set or a series (2-10) of related sets.

YOA-16L
Typography: Use of Typography
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Interaction of typography with a single (1) medium and/or platform.

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Capstone

YOA-17A
Capstone
Extended Deadline Fee: $65.00

Work created for any capstone, campaigns, or related senior-level course covering any of the following subjects; advertising, design, film, photography, and web design / UX/UI.