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Young Ones ADC

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01B
Advertising: Branded Content / Entertainment
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01C
Advertising: Craft in Video - Direction
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01D
Advertising: Craft in Video - Editing
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01E
Advertising: Craft in Video - Special Effects
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

Simulation of imagery within a video or videos.

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YOA-01F
Advertising: Craft in Writing - TV / Film / Video
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01G
Advertising: Craft in Writing - Online / Social
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01H
Advertising: Craft in Writing - Outdoor
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01J
Advertising: Direct
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

A single or series of advertisements distributed directly to consumers.

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YOA-01K
Advertising: Integrated
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01L
Advertising: Out of Home & Press / Promotional
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-01M
Advertising: Television / Film
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-01N
Advertising: Online Video
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-03B
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Exhibition Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-03C
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Interior Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-03D
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Landscape Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-03E
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Set / Stage Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-03F
Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design: Urban Planning
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-04B
Artificial Intelligence: Idea
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-04C
Artificial Intelligence: Application
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-04D
Artificial Intelligence: Process
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-05B
Brand / Communication Design: Branding Systems / Identities - Integrated
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-05C
Brand / Communication Design: Branding Systems / Identities - Print
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-05D
Brand / Communication Design: Branding Systems / Identities - Television / Film / Online Networks
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-05F
Brand / Communication Design: Posters / Promotional
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-05G
Brand / Communication Design: Logo
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-05H
Brand / Communication Design: Rebranding
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-06B
Design for Good: Architecture / Interior / Environmental Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-06D
Design for Good: Brand / Communication Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-06E
Design for Good: Experiential Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-06F
Design for Good: Illustration
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-06G
Design for Good: Interactive
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-06H
Design for Good: Motion / Film / Gaming Craft
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-06J
Design for Good: Packaging Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-06K
Design for Good: Photography
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-06M
Design for Good: Product Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-06N
Design for Good: Publication Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-06P
Design for Good: Typography
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-07B
Experiential Design: Live Experiences
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-08B
Gaming: Art Direction
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-08C
Gaming: Character Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-08D
Gaming: Narrative / Writing
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-08E
Gaming: UX/UI
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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Illustration

YOA-09A
Illustration: Book
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-09B
Illustration: Animation
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-09C
Illustration: Comic Book / Manga / Graphic Novel
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-09D
Illustration: Digital
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-09E
Illustration: Editorial
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-09F
Illustration: Mural / Graffiti / Street Art
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

Illustrations posted in public spaces

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YOA-09G
Illustration: Permanent / Temporary Tattoos
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

Illustrations intended for placement on the human body

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YOA-09H
Illustration: Print
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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Interactive

YOA-10A
Interactive: AR / VR
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-10B
Interactive: Art Direction
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-10C
Interactive: Copywriting for Digital
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

Written content within an interactive project.

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YOA-10D
Interactive: Data Visualization
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

Visual contextualization of information within an interactive project.

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YOA-10E
Interactive: Social Media or Streaming Media
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-10F
Interactive: User Experience Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-10G
Interactive: User Interface Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-10H
Interactive: Website
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

A desktop and/or mobile website.

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Motion / Film Craft

YOA-11A
Motion / Film Craft: Animation
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11B
Motion / Film Craft: Cinematography
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11C
Motion / Film Craft: Direction
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11D
Motion / Film Craft: Documentary
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-11E
Motion / Film Craft: Editing
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11F
Motion / Film Craft: Motion Graphics
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-11G
Motion / Film Craft: Movie Trailer
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11H
Motion / Film Craft: Music Video
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11J
Motion / Film Craft: Narrative
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-11K
Motion / Film Craft: Short Video
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11M
Motion / Film Craft: Title Sequences
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

A single (1) design of identity or credits.

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YOA-11N
Motion / Film Craft: Use of Music / Sound
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-11P
Motion / Film Craft: Visual Effects
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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Product Design

YOA-14A
Product Design: Product Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-15B
Publication Design: Magazines
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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)

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YOA-15C
Publication Design: Online Publication
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16B
Typography: Brand / Communication Design
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16C
Typography: Digital
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16D
Typography: Environmental
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16E
Typography: Lettering
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16F
Typography: Motion
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16G
Typography: Package / Product
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16H
Typography: Poster
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16J
Typography: Publication
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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YOA-16K
Typography: Typeface
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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YOA-16L
Typography: Use of Typography
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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

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Capstone

YOA-17A
Capstone
Early Deadline Fee: $45.00

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.

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