We accept entries in the following categories:
Graphic Design
Digital Design
Branding
Design for Social Change
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Frequently asked questions
Start your Indigo Award journey with a clear guide to submitting your standout ideas.
What Expertise Do I Choose?
There are three levels of expertise: Agencies - design services companies with more than one employee; Freelancers - professional designers who earn, or have earned, the majority of their income from design services; Students - currently study design in schools or Universities.
What are the deadlines and key dates?
We have a detailed deadline schedule and key dates listed here.Early Bird Deadline 15% OFF: September 30, NaNExtended Early Bird Deadline 10% OFF: November 30, NaNRegular Deadline: January 31, NaNJudging Session: March NaNWinners Announcement: April NaNDesign Award Party of the Year: End of May NaN
How do I Enter?
1.Register here2.Confirm your registration (a confirmation email will be sent to your email)3.Log in4.Complete your submission form: entry title, design director, company or school, category, client if applicable and URL if applicable, upload not more than ten images per entry and PDF documents (optional).5.Click next, review your entry, and proceed to payment. We accept all major banking/credit cards6.Receive a confirmation email from us or review your entry on your member page
How Can I Change My Entry?
Entries cannot be changed after payment is made; however, we can reconsider and make an exception if you email us hello@indigoaward.com and explain the nature of the mistake.
Can I Enter More Than One Category?
Yes, you can enter your work into as many categories as you deem appropriate, and it will be evaluated separately for each instance and the category. It is not uncommon for exceptional work to be honored in more than one category regardless of the media type.
How and When Do We Get Results?
The winners will be officially announced in April. Results will be prominently posted on the Indigo Award website, and a special notification newsletter will be sent to all subscribed members, winners, and judges. Every entrant will also receive an automatic email notification when the results go live.
Entry Fees
Young Talents
Jumpstart Your Career
$
$ each additional category
For students and recent graduates, the Indigo Design Award can be a game-changer
Design Teams & Agencies
Inspire Your Team and Get New Clients
$
$ each additional category
For established designers and agencies
Freelancers
Test and Showcase Your Skills
$
$ each additional category
For independent designers, seeking recognition
Testimonials
Hear from our past winners:
Gold Winner 2024

Carlos J Roldan R
from Noblanco
Gold Winner 2023

Xiesiyuan Shu
Freelancer
Gold Winner 2024

Fang Nan
Freelancer
Gold Winner 2023

Antionia Skaraki
from A.S. Strategy, Branding & Communication