Overview: We are excited to announce the MAIN Championship T-shirt Design Competition! This is an
open competition for all MAIN members to showcase their creativity and design skills. The winning
design will be featured on the official merchandise and program for the upcoming MAIN Championship
event.
Eligibility:
● The competition is open to all members of MAIN.
● Only one design submission per person will be accepted.
Submission Guidelines:
● Format: All designs must be submitted in EPS (Encapsulated PostScript) format. No other file
formats will be accepted.
● Resolution: Ensure the design is high-resolution (300 DPI or higher) to maintain quality when
printed.
● Colors: Use up to 4 colors for your design (feel free to use any combination of color, but keep it
within the limit for practical printing).
● Design Size: Your design should be created to fit on the front or back of a T-shirt. A typical print
area is 12” x 14” (or a similar size depending on the shirt size).
● Theme: The design should reflect the spirit of the MAIN Championship, incorporating themes
like competition, community, achievement, and excitement. It can be bold, graphic, minimal, or
anything that represents the energy of the event!
Submission Process:
- Design Creation: Create your design using your preferred software that supports EPS format
(Adobe Illustrator is recommended). - Submission: Send your design as an EPS file to [email protected] by the
competition deadline. Be sure to include your full name and membership affiliation in the email. - Deadline: All submissions must be received by February 24th. Late submissions will not be
considered.
Judging:
● Criteria include creativity, originality, relevance to the MAIN Championship, and overall visual
appeal.
● The winning design will be chosen and the designer will be notified promptly.
Prizes:
● The winning designer will receive a MAIN Championship T-shirt and program with the winning
design and special recognition at the event.
● The winning design will be featured on all official MAIN Championship event merchandise.
Additional Information:
● If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to reach out to Peter Shaver at
[email protected]. The email subject heading should read “Championship
Merchandising Question”
● All designs must be original work, and by submitting your design, you agree that MAIN may use
it for promotional purposes. A release form must be completed prior to merchandise printing.
We look forward to seeing your creative designs! Best of luck!
