July 4th - September 9th
UMO Design X AI
DXAI INNOVATION GRAND PRIZE 2023
Welcome to the generative AI design contest, where we celebrate the captivating intersection of AI and design. This contest explores the mutual influence between these two fields, going beyond boundaries to uncover immense possibilities. AI empowers creators with tools that augment their creativity, and unlock new possibilities using prompts.
Throughout this contest, participants will have the chance to showcase their creative prowess by harnessing the power of generative AI. Whether you’re an experienced designer or an AI enthusiast, this event invites you to explore uncharted territories, challenge traditional paradigms, and reimagine the future of design in a world where artificial intelligence plays an indispensable role.
The Theme
INTERACTIONS OF THE THIRD KIND
CATEGORY 1: Graphic Expression
Create an AI-generated graphic art or expression with software of your preference.
Software Preferences – Generative Ai Tools like Midjourney, Blue Willow, etc.(participants can alter the image too)
CATEGORY 2: Motion Expression
Create an AI-generated motion graphic or video expression with software of your preference.
Software Preferences – Kaiber, Replicate, Stable Diffusion, or similar (Participants can also use software like Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, etc according to their expected result)
Let your imagination soar and unleash your creativity with AI.
WHAT TO FOLLOW?
RECOGNITION & REWARDS
UMO Design Foundation will be honoring the winners with the following awards.
Grand Prize USD $1000
One award for each category
CERTIFICATES
(online & verifiable) All the winners will be given certificates.
Entry to UXINDIA 2023 – India’s biggest conference on UX Design.
- A free entry to all the winners worth $300.
- The top 50 entries receive a 50% discount on the Regular Ticket
- All the participants get a 20% discount on the Regular Ticket
One award for each category
One award for each category
One award for all categories
EVALUATION CRITERIA
WHAT TO CONSIDER?
a. Entries will be judged based on specified criteria, such as creativity, originality, and adherence to the contest theme.
b. The judging panel, appointed by the contest organizer, will select the winning entry.
c. The decision of the judging panel is final and cannot be disputed.
Final Judging Criteria: 100 points total
- 60 points : Judging Panel
- 40 points : Maximum Social Media Likes
Expression
Innovative and Unconventional Approach.
Creativity
Originality
Adherence to the Theme
WHY YOU SHOULD PARTICIPATE?
REASONS TO TAKE PART
Let’s unite to re-imagine the new normal, new scenarios, identify problems, and propose solutions.
Showcase talent and
skills
An excellent platform to showcase participants’ creativity, innovation, and design skills to a wide audience
Win Awards & Get
Recognized
Learn From
Mentors
Gain entry to UXINDIA 2023 Conference
Get 70% discount at UMO Design School
Internship and a job opportunity at UMO Design Partners
WHAT DOES IT TAKE?
PROCESS & TIMELINE
Here’s what we need to do to make this challenge a success
** Important
Submission Criteria
- Videos should not exceed a maximum length of 59 seconds.
- Video dimensions should be in a 16:9 ratio.
- Graphics should have dimensions of 1080×1080 pixels.
- Ensure that your Graphic and video include the UXINDIA logo and the information provided in the template.
- Craft a compelling caption: Write a captivating caption that describes your entry and highlights its key features. Use relevant hashtags to increase visibility and attract the attention of the design community.
- Before submitting, make sure to review the Evaluation Criteria and Terms & Conditions.
04 July
Registration Opens
- There is no Entry Fee.
- The contest is open to individuals above 18 years old.
- Participants can choose to enter both the Graphic Expression and Motion Expression categories.
- Only one entry is permitted for each category.
- To participate, participants need to fill out a form and provide the following details: name, email address, contact number, Country, Tools used, Prompts used, Caption & Hashtags, Instagram, and LinkedIn profile.
- Participants should include the prompt they used to generate the design or video and tools used.
- Submissions should be uploaded via a Google Drive link.
04 Aug
Submission Closes
The submission deadline for the contest is approaching. Make sure to submit your entry before the closing date to have a chance to showcase your talent and compete for the prizes. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to share your creativity and be a part of the contest. Hurry and finalize your submission before the submission window closes. Good luck!
07 Aug
Entries go live & socialize
- Share your entry on the UMODesign page and promote it on your social channels.
- Likes and comments on your entry’s post on the UMO Design LinkedIn page only will be considered for judging.
- Tag relevant individuals and organizations associated with the design contest, such as UXINDIAconf and UMODesignSchool.
- Encourage your connections and followers to like, comment, and share your entry to increase its visibility.
- Be responsive to comments on your entry’s post, engage in discussions, answer questions, and show appreciation for feedback received.
09 Sept
Likes count closes
- Participants are encouraged to promote their entries published on the UMO Design LinkedIn page.
- Share your entry on your social media stories and other creative avenues to increase visibility.
- The number of likes received on your entry’s post will play a significant role in the evaluation.
- The entries with the maximum likes by August 28 at 12:00 AM EST (New York) will be considered for the Grand Prize and other prizes.
- Remember that likes contribute 40% of the evaluation criteria, with the remaining 60% determined by the judges’ criteria points.
- The minimum number of likes required on the participant’s entry that will be posted on social media, is 1000 to qualify for final evaluation.
11 Sept
Win Awards
Winners will receive the prestigious Design X AI Innovation Awards in various categories, with the announcement being made on our social media channels and the UXINDIA2023 website.
- Grand Prize Winner ($USD 1000 + Entry to UXI23) Graphic Expression (Entry to UXI23 Conf)
- Design X AI : Best in the Graphic Expression
- Design X AI : Special Jury Award
- Design X AI : People Choice Award
- Video Expression (Entry to UXI23 Conf)
- Design X AI : Best in the Video Expression
- Design X AI : Special Jury Award
- Design X AI : People Choice Award
WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
REGISTER
PARTICIPATE
Register For The
Contest
BECOME A PARTNER
Sponsor the
Event
WHAT TO FOLLOW?
FAQs
01
What is Design X AI?
02
What if I am a winner and I already bought a ticket?
03
Is there an entry fee to participate?
04
How many entries can I submit?
05
What should be included in the graphic and video submissions?
06
Are there any specific dimensions or length requirements for the video and graphic submissions
Videos should be a maximum of 59 seconds in length and have a 16:9 ratio. Graphics should have dimensions of 1080×1080 pixels
07
Where can I find the evaluation criteria and terms & conditions?
08
When is the submission deadline?
09
How will the winners be announced?
WHAT IS IMPORTANT?
Terms & Conditions
01
Eligibility
a. The design contest is open to individuals who are at least 18 years old.
b. Employees, contractors, and immediate family members of the contest organizer are not eligible to participate.
02
Entry Submission
a. Each participant may submit only one entry for the contest.
b. Entries must be original and created by the participant.
c. Entries should be submitted in the specified format and within the designated submission period.
d. Late or incomplete entries will not be accepted.
03
Intellectual Property:
a. By submitting an entry, participants confirm that their design is their original work and does not infringe upon any intellectual property rights.
b. Participants retain the rights to their submitted designs; however, by entering the contest, participants grant the contest organizer a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, and display their designs for promotional purposes related to the contest.
c. The contest organizer reserves the right to disqualify any entry that violates copyright or trademark laws.
04
Judging and Selection
a. Entries will be judged based on specified criteria, such as creativity, originality, and adherence to the contest theme.
b. The judging panel, appointed by the contest organizer, will select the winning entry.
c. The decision of the judging panel is final and cannot be disputed.
05
Prizes
a. The contest organizer will determine the prizes for the winners, including any cash rewards, entry to the UXI23 conference, or recognition.
b. Prizes are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or other alternatives.
c. In the event that currency transfer is not possible, the cash prize can be provided through equivalent gift cards such as Amazon or other appropriate alternatives.
06
Notification of Winners
a. Winners will be notified through the contact information provided during submission.
b. If a winner fails to respond within a specified period, an alternate winner may be selected.
07
Publicity
By participating in the contest, winners agree to allow the contest organizer to announce their names and display their designs on the contest website or other promotional materials.
08
Disqualification
The contest organizer reserves the right to disqualify any participant who violates the terms and conditions or engages in fraudulent or unethical behavior
09
Liability & Modifications
a. Participants agree to release the contest organizer from any liability arising from their participation in the contest or acceptance of prizes.
b. The contest organizer is not responsible for any loss, damage, or injury incurred during the contest.
c. The contest organizer reserves the right to modify or cancel the contest at any time, for any reason, without prior notice.