Organizer 

Communication Arts (Coyne & Blanchard, Inc., USA)

Location 

Worldwide

Deadline

May 22, 2026

Competition Category

Packaging
Trademarks/Logos
Identity Guides
Integrated Branding Programs
Annual Reports
Brochures & Catalogs
Posters
Editorial Design
Books
Self-Promotion
Motion Graphics
Public Service
Environmental Graphics
Miscellaneous
Student Work (separate category)

Eligibility

Professional designers, firms, agencies
Students (school assignment work only)

Entry Fee
Student work: From $20
Single JPG: $45
Series: $90
PDF files: $60-$120
Video entries: $45-$220
Integrated Branding: Up to $300
Late fee: $10/entry

Prizes/Awards

Award of Excellence trophy (solid aluminum)
Award certificates
Publication in Communication Arts 2026 Design Annual (print + digital)
Featured on commarts.com

Core Introduction 

One of the most prestigious graphic design competitions worldwide with 67 years of history. Winners selected by a jury of leading design professionals and published in the Communication Arts Design Annual. CA's Award of Excellence is one of the most-coveted awards in the industry.