Challenge Summary
Welcome to "FAST 48HR - Reference Architecture Print Design Challenge". We are looking to create the best design visualization for our EDS Reference Architecture diagram. Only one diagram design needed in this challenge that needs to be fit in two different sizes.
Read the challenge specification carefully and watch the forums for any questions or feedback concerning this challenge. Let us know if you have any questions in the challenge forum!
NOTE: Only 48 Hours available for submission phase in this challenge! SO JUMP IN NOW and Have FUN!
Background Overview
Our current references architecture design was created to provide a solution, but the problem is, it is not very "attractive". We are desired to make a new design for the diagram that not only looks good but to be able to blow out everyone in our office by printing it as a large size poster and hung it on a wall. This project will create the diagram better-looking version. We have supplied you with the basic reference architecture diagram and our branding guidelines as a start for this challenge.
Challenge Goal
The goal of this challenge is to create a high-quality design from our basic reference architecture diagram that scales to large sizes
Design Consideration
- Use the supplied branding document and supplied images for your design direction
- Your designs MUST align with the concept boards and branding. We are not looking for new concepts and directions for this challenge
- The WOW Factor in your design creation!
Challenge Forum
If you have any doubts or questions regarding challenge requirements, please ask in our challenge forum:
https://apps.topcoder.com/forums/?module=ThreadList&forumID=671130
Screen Requirements
01) EDS Reference Architecture Design
- Open "EDS Reference Architecture_V1.pptx" and see the First (1st) slide in this document, we need you to create a better design for this architecture diagram in the 1st slide. Slide 2 to 4 is a breakdown of the 1st slide for your reference to help you see the diagram elements more clearly. We only need the first slide to be designed.
- Each element in your design creation needs to be able to editable. Icons, background, text, etc need to have separated layers so we can easily arrange it for future purpose. Make sure things are labeled appropriately and elements are consistent in your design
- We need to create the diagram into two different formats - Printing and Presentation purpose:
-- Printing: A1 Poster size
-- Presentation: Powerpoint slide size
- For consideration, Printing and Presentation are one of the cases where this diagram design will be used. We probably will use this design in many other use cases
- Your design needs to be stand out so people will be excited and able to see it from a distance
- Your design should be engaging and visually appealing, but also easy to read
- Make sure you have good use of whitespace
- Use a grid structure to make sure your design elements remain aligned, organized and cohesive across the diagram
- Your design should create visual interest for anyone that sees it
Important:
- Keep things consistent. This means all graphics styles should work together.
- All of the graphics should have a similar feel and general aesthetic appearance
Branding Guidelines
- Follow Our Branding Guidelines Document for Font and Colors
- Style is up to Designers
Documentation
Documentation available in Right sidebar of this page (Documentation link will only appear after you registered to the challenge)
- Branding Guidelines Document
- EDS Reference Architecture_V1.pptx (Slide 1 only)
Target Devices
- Printing A1 size (23.4 x 33.1inch OR 7016 x 9933px - Portrait size)
- Powerpoint Slides (13.33 x 7.5 inches OR 1280 x 720px - Landscape size)
Target Audiences
- Internal Employees
Judging Criteria
Your submission will be judged on the following criteria:
- Overall idea and execution of concepts
- Is your design engaging and fun to look at
- Do your designs match and align with the established brand
- How well does your design align with the objectives of the challenge
- Execution and thoughtfulness put into solving the problem
- The overall design and user experience
- Cleanliness of your graphics and overall layouts
- Ease of use
Submission & Source Files
Preview Image
Please create your preview image as one (1) 1024x1024px JPG or PNG file in RGB color mode at 72dpi and place a screenshot of your submission within it.
Submission File
Submit PDF/JPG/PNG image files based on Challenge submission requirements stated above
Source Files
All source files of all graphics created in either Adobe Illustrator or Sketch, or it can be Photoshop (at High Resolution) and XD and saved as an editable layer
Final Fixes
As part of the final fixes phase, you may be asked to modify your graphics (sizes or colors) or modify overall colors
Read the challenge specification carefully and watch the forums for any questions or feedback concerning this challenge. Let us know if you have any questions in the challenge forum!
NOTE: Only 48 Hours available for submission phase in this challenge! SO JUMP IN NOW and Have FUN!
Background Overview
Our current references architecture design was created to provide a solution, but the problem is, it is not very "attractive". We are desired to make a new design for the diagram that not only looks good but to be able to blow out everyone in our office by printing it as a large size poster and hung it on a wall. This project will create the diagram better-looking version. We have supplied you with the basic reference architecture diagram and our branding guidelines as a start for this challenge.
Challenge Goal
The goal of this challenge is to create a high-quality design from our basic reference architecture diagram that scales to large sizes
Design Consideration
- Use the supplied branding document and supplied images for your design direction
- Your designs MUST align with the concept boards and branding. We are not looking for new concepts and directions for this challenge
- The WOW Factor in your design creation!
Challenge Forum
If you have any doubts or questions regarding challenge requirements, please ask in our challenge forum:
https://apps.topcoder.com/forums/?module=ThreadList&forumID=671130
Screen Requirements
01) EDS Reference Architecture Design
- Open "EDS Reference Architecture_V1.pptx" and see the First (1st) slide in this document, we need you to create a better design for this architecture diagram in the 1st slide. Slide 2 to 4 is a breakdown of the 1st slide for your reference to help you see the diagram elements more clearly. We only need the first slide to be designed.
- Each element in your design creation needs to be able to editable. Icons, background, text, etc need to have separated layers so we can easily arrange it for future purpose. Make sure things are labeled appropriately and elements are consistent in your design
- We need to create the diagram into two different formats - Printing and Presentation purpose:
-- Printing: A1 Poster size
-- Presentation: Powerpoint slide size
- For consideration, Printing and Presentation are one of the cases where this diagram design will be used. We probably will use this design in many other use cases
- Your design needs to be stand out so people will be excited and able to see it from a distance
- Your design should be engaging and visually appealing, but also easy to read
- Make sure you have good use of whitespace
- Use a grid structure to make sure your design elements remain aligned, organized and cohesive across the diagram
- Your design should create visual interest for anyone that sees it
Important:
- Keep things consistent. This means all graphics styles should work together.
- All of the graphics should have a similar feel and general aesthetic appearance
Branding Guidelines
- Follow Our Branding Guidelines Document for Font and Colors
- Style is up to Designers
Documentation
Documentation available in Right sidebar of this page (Documentation link will only appear after you registered to the challenge)
- Branding Guidelines Document
- EDS Reference Architecture_V1.pptx (Slide 1 only)
Target Devices
- Printing A1 size (23.4 x 33.1inch OR 7016 x 9933px - Portrait size)
- Powerpoint Slides (13.33 x 7.5 inches OR 1280 x 720px - Landscape size)
Target Audiences
- Internal Employees
Judging Criteria
Your submission will be judged on the following criteria:
- Overall idea and execution of concepts
- Is your design engaging and fun to look at
- Do your designs match and align with the established brand
- How well does your design align with the objectives of the challenge
- Execution and thoughtfulness put into solving the problem
- The overall design and user experience
- Cleanliness of your graphics and overall layouts
- Ease of use
Submission & Source Files
Preview Image
Please create your preview image as one (1) 1024x1024px JPG or PNG file in RGB color mode at 72dpi and place a screenshot of your submission within it.
Submission File
Submit PDF/JPG/PNG image files based on Challenge submission requirements stated above
Source Files
All source files of all graphics created in either Adobe Illustrator or Sketch, or it can be Photoshop (at High Resolution) and XD and saved as an editable layer
Final Fixes
As part of the final fixes phase, you may be asked to modify your graphics (sizes or colors) or modify overall colors
Please read the challenge specification carefully and watch the forums for any questions or feedback concerning this challenge. It is important that you monitor any updates provided by the client or Studio Admins in the forums. Please post any questions you might have for the client in the forums.