Dark_Grue
02-24-2007, 12:34 AM
<p><b><span style="font-size: medium"><span style="color: #33cc00">[Return of the] Roster Master for Dragonfly Logo Contest</span></span></b></p><p>The <a href="http://www.theclenchedfist.com/projects/rm4df/index.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Roster Master for Dragonfly (RM4DF) Project</a> is in the process of looking for a new logo [see the linked RM4DF project page for the current "reference implementation" logo] and is holding a contest to find a new visual identity for the project.</p><p>Suggested themes might include (but are not limited to): rm4df integration into the <a href="http://www.dragonflycms.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Dragonfly CMS</a> framework, The values of Open Source software, the <a href="http://eq2players.station.sony.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">EQ2Players.com</a> community. This information is not meant to limit creativity in any way. We look forward to, and are open to a wide range of creative solutions. </p><p><b>Contest Rules:</b></p><p>The logo should meet the following criteria: </p><ul><li>it must be easily recognizable as the rm4df logo </li><li>if abstract, the logo must be simple and clear in concept </li><li>it must be scalable </li><li>it should not be too detailed, so it works in low resolution </li><li>it must be distinctive in the quality and originality of its visual image and not offend any national, cultural or religious sensitivity.</li></ul><p>and also: </p><ul><li>all entries must demonstrate that any artwork and images used are the original work of the entrant, and are unencumbered by any third-party copyrights or trademarks. </li><li>by submitting an entry, you agree to grant the rm4df project a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use your logo entry for purposes of the contest, and if chosen as the winner, the rm4df author acquires ownership of the winning logo by assignment of copyright, and the winning designer will disclaim any trademarks and without limitation all other rights related to the design.</li></ul><p><b>Prizes:</b> </p><ul><li>Grand Prize: 90-day SOE Game card; the Grand Prize winner will be credited by name in the rm4df documentation as the logo artist.</li><li>Community Choice Award: 30-day SOE Game card</li></ul><p><b>Entries:</b> Each participant is entitled to submit a maximum of three designs. Designs shall be submitted in their final form, in other words as finished works (no sketches). All entries should be submitted before Friday, April 6, 2007. Entries should be sent to darkgrue (at) iname.com. In order to reduce the impact of e-mail delivery problems (which are especially pertinent when dealing with attachments), a confirmation e-mail will be sent confirming that the entry was received in good condition. Entries should be sent via e-mail to the above submission address as ZIP-format attachments with the subject "rm4df Contest Entry". Include in the body of the e-mail your name and return e-mail address (if different from the sending e-mail address) where you would like confirmation of receipt to go to. Contest winners will also be notified via this e-mail address.</p><p><b>Judging:</b> Judging for the Grand Prize will be performed by the rm4df author based upon the stated design criteria. Selection for the Community Choice Award will be performed by poll of the EQ2Players.com community. In the case where the Community Choice leader selects the same winner as the Grand Prize, the Community Choice Award will be granted to the next place selected by the community.</p><p><b>Return of designs:</b> Participants are advised to retain personal records of their designs, as neither the designs submitted nor the electronic media will be returned to them.</p>