CATEGORIES / REQUIREMENTS

Interactive

This discipline focuses on the ever-evolving world of digital and interactive communication, from websites and mobile apps to social media and virtual reality.

THE ADC 103RD ANNUAL AWARDS WILL OPEN FOR ENTRIES IN OCTOBER 2023.

ELIGIBILITY: January 1, 2023 - March 1, 2024

ARCHITECTURE / INTERIOR / ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN ELIGIBILITY: January 1, 2022 - March 1, 2024

INFORMATION: Project information is required on all entries. A detailed project description of 300 words or less is not required, but is highly recommended.

MEDIA: Each category accepts specific media types. Judging and Supporting media can be attached to your entry after your category is selected.

Judging Media: The primary material and content that the jury will be judging
Supporting Media: Secondary material and content that the jury may choose to review at their discretion
Reference Media: These images will be used for reference but will not be judged.

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Design for Good

DFG-111: Design for Good - Interactive

A single (1) digital ad or series (2-10) that encourages positive societal or political change.

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Extended Reality

INT-101: Extended Reality - AR / VR / MR

A single (1) app that uses AR, VR or MR as a primary feature.

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Craft in Online / Mobile Apps

INT-102: Craft in Online / Mobile - Art Direction

Design and interaction of all visual elements within a single (1) interactive project.

INT-103: Craft in Online / Mobile - Content Strategy

Planning, development, and management of written or visual content within a single (1) interactive project.

INT-104: Craft in Online / Mobile - Copywriting for Digital

Written content within a single (1) interactive project.

INT-105: Craft in Online / Mobile - Sound Design

Use of audio in tandem with visuals within a single (1) interactive project.

INT-106: Craft in Online / Mobile - Use of Technology

Excellence in developing and experimenting with new or existing technologies. Includes emerging technology within a single (1) interactive project.

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Data Visualization

INT-107: Data Visualization

Visual contextualization of information within a single (1) interactive project.

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Innovation

INT-108: Innovation

A single (1) interactive project that pushes creative boundaries.

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NFTs & The Metaverse

INT-109: NFTs & The Metaverse - NFTs

A single (1) or series (2-10) of unique digitally-minted assets distributed by a brand.

INT-110: NFTs & The Metaverse - The Metaverse

A brand's integration into the metaverse: an expansive network of lasting virtual spaces where individuals can create, explore, and interact with one another in real time. Includes marketplaces where users can buy, sell and exchange digital assets like avatars, virtual clothing, NFTs and event tickets within learning, gaming, and other experiences.
NOTE: No special equipment will be used for judging. The required submission media must showcase the experience.

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Online / Mobile Websites

INT-111: Online / Mobile Websites - Website

A single (1) desktop and/or mobile website.

INT-112: Online / Mobile Websites - Campaign Site

A single (1) dedicated microsite, separate from a brand's main site.

INT-113: Online / Mobile Websites - ECommerce Site

Design of a single (1) online platform utilized to facilitate any transaction.

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Social Media

INT-114: Social Media - Campaign

A social media campaign distributed via instagram, twitter, facebook etc.

INT-115: Social Media - Streaming Media

A campaign utilizing reels, stories, live-streams, full-length videos, etc. on a streaming platform including youtube, tik-tok, snapchat, instagram, etc.

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UX / UI

INT-116: UX / UI - User Experience Design

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

INT-117: UX / UI - User Interface Design

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

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Uncommissioned / Personal

INT-118: Uncommissioned / Personal - Single or Series

An single (1) interactive project created for one’s personal experimentation, not for a client or brand.

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Video

INT-119: Video - Interactive Video

A single (1) interactive video that requires viewer’s participation.

INT-120: Video - Online Video

A single (1) or series (2-5) of video(s) viewed primarily online.

INT-121: Video - Streaming Service

A single (1) or series (2-5) of video(s) viewed primarily through a streaming service.