Applications are now open for funded International Reggae Poster Contest 2020. In the world of design and the arts, there are many poster competitions. Some focus on music, such as jazz and rock; and others on social awareness. But there is only one competition worldwide on reggae music. Moreover, one of the reasons this music has spread across the globe is because reggae speaks to our hearts and our mind about a wide range of social and political issues.
For this 7th contest, we would like entries to focus on the messages that reggae and all the other genres of Jamaican popular music are spreading globally. Similarly, we are looking for creative visual expressions that capture those issues and showcasing them through the energy and the vibe of Jamaican culture, at home and internationally.
Further, the objective of the International Reggae Poster Contest is to build awareness for positive reggae music. Also, to celebrate the global achievements of reggae and its impact on the world. Moreover, the term reggae, as used by the contest, encompasses all the popular Jamaican musical genres; ska, rocksteady, roots reggae, dub, dancehall, and the unique Jamaican sound system.
Prizes
Grand Winner
- A trip to Rototom Sunsplash European Reggae Festival.
- The winner will be a guest at one of the best European reggae festivals, held in Benicassim, Spain. The prize includes airline tickets, 7 days of accommodation and tickets to the festival each day. The prize is sponsored by the Rototom Sunsplash and MBJ Airports Limited.
- Similarly, IRIE Magazine Cover Feature/Exclusive Interview. DOWN IN JAMAICA box set by VP RECORDS, celebrating their 40th Anniversary.Down In Jamaica: 40 Years of VP Records is a 94-track, multi-format limited edition (2,000 runs) box set with a 24-page booklet and art cards detailing the hits, the rarities, and the history of the world’s largest reggae label. Additionally, featuring 101 artists, Down In Jamaica tells the VP story in detail through a chronological survey of the key records that helped define the company, from early singles on obscure sub-labels (Roots From The Yard, Jah Guidance, and Love) to the well-known VP Records brand that brought Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Wayne Wonder, and others into the international mainstream.
- Also, a gift bag from VP Records (cd’s, t-shirts, etc)
- Lastly, the Alpha Institute is pleased to contribute an exclusive handmade wood product from its woodshop at 26 South Camp Road in Kingston, Jamaica to the International Reggae Poster Contest. Alpha will donate a custom engraved wood pen crafted from blue mahoe, the national tree of Jamaica, which has been grown on land managed by the Sisters of Mercy who have operated Alpha since 1890. The Alpha community sends its heartfelt thanks and appreciation to the contest organizers, all poster designers, and supporters.
Professional Category
First place winner
- A package of fonts, worth €500, from PARACHUTE Typefoundry.
PARACHUTE Typefoundry has been used in international branding campaigns for companies such as Bank of America, European Commission, Emirates, Adidas Group, Nike, and European Football Association. - WACOM Intuos Pro – Medium
- Similarly, DOWN IN JAMAICA box set by VP RECORDS, celebrating their 40th Anniversary.
Down In Jamaica: 40 Years of VP Records is a 94-track, multi-format limited edition (2,000 runs) box set with a 24-page booklet and art cards detailing the hits, the rarities, and the history of the world’s largest reggae label. Featuring 101 artists. Also, Down In Jamaica tells the VP story in detail through a chronological survey of the key records that helped define the company, from early singles on obscure sub-labels (Roots From The Yard, Jah Guidance, and Love) to the well-known VP Records brand that brought Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Wayne Wonder, and others into the international mainstream. - Lastly, a gift bag from VP Records (cd’s, t-shirts, etc)
Second Place winner
- A Wacom Intuos M, BT. sponsored by zoolook.
- DOWN IN JAMAICA box set by VP RECORDS, celebrating their 40th Anniversary.
Down In Jamaica: 40 Years of VP Records is a 94-track, multi-format limited edition (2,000 runs) box set with a 24-page booklet and art cards detailing the hits, the rarities, and the history of the world’s largest reggae label. Featuring 101 artists, Down In Jamaica tells the VP story in detail through a chronological survey of the key records that helped define the company, from early singles on obscure sub-labels (Roots From The Yard, Jah Guidance, and Love) to the well-known VP Records brand that brought Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Wayne Wonder, and others into the international mainstream. - Lastly, a gift bag from VP Records (cd’s, t-shirts, etc)
Third Place winner
- A Wacom Intuos S, BT
- DOWN IN JAMAICA box set by VP RECORDS, celebrating their 40th Anniversary. Down In Jamaica: 40 Years of VP Records is a 94-track, multi-format limited edition (2,000 runs) box set with a 24-page booklet and art cards detailing the hits, the rarities, and the history of the world’s largest reggae label. Featuring 101 artists, Down In Jamaica tells the VP story in detail through a chronological survey of the key records that helped define the company, from early singles on obscure sub-labels (Roots From The Yard, Jah Guidance, and Love) to the well-known VP Records brand that brought Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Wayne Wonder, and others into the international mainstream.
- Lastly, a gift bag from VP Records (cd’s, t-shirts, etc)
Students Category
First Place Winner
- A Wacom Intuos S, BT sponsored by Graphic Art News. www.graphicart-news.com
- Similarly, DOWN IN JAMAICA box set by VP RECORDS, celebrating their 40th Anniversary. Down In Jamaica: 40 Years of VP Records is a 94-track, multi-format limited edition (2,000 runs) box set with a 24-page booklet and art cards detailing the hits, the rarities, and the history of the world’s largest reggae label. Featuring 101 artists. Also, Down In Jamaica tells the VP story in detail through a chronological survey of the key records that helped define the company, from early singles on obscure sub-labels (Roots From The Yard, Jah Guidance, and Love) to the well-known VP Records brand that brought Beenie Man, Sean Paul, Wayne Wonder, and others into the international mainstream.
- Lastly, a gift bag from VP Records (cd’s, t-shirts, etc)
Eligibility
- The International Reggae Poster Contest is open to all graphic designers and artists internationally.
- Artists/Designers are allowed to submit any number of original poster Entries.
- Similarly, the posters should not have been published on the internet, social media, etc.
Judging Process
Intl. Reggae Poster Contest competition poster entries are judged in two phases by two different international juries.
The first phase is judged online by our pre-selection committee.
- The committee is made up of members of the design professionals around the world.
- However, they will only select 400 posters to go forward to the final judging phase.
The final phase will be conducted by our jury of 10 leading design professionals from around the world.
- They will convene to select 100 posters that will be published in a catalog
- It will be exhibited around the world in “The Art of Reggae” exhibitions.
Moreover, from the 100 best posters the Judges will select the 10 posters that will be exhibited and entered into the permanent collection of museums and design institutions internationally.
Application Process
All the applicants apply online through the official website. Please click here to apply.
