Advertising Design
Arts, A/V Technology and Communications/Marketing
Cluster:
State Qualifying Event:
Required
Participation:
Individual
Level:
National Competition
Competition Type:
Skilled and Technical
This competition tests technical skills and creative aptitude as though competitors worked for an ad agency. In addition to a written test, competitors will recreate a provided advertisement on the computer. Competitors are judged on their accuracy, proficiency with industry software, and ability to meet a deadline. Competitors also compete in a creative portion of the competition. The creative portion involves the application of creative thinking and a design challenge. Layout, drawing, and illustration skills are used, as well as the ability to create vibrant, effective designs using the computer.
![Advertising Design](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/587eb4_4c14e89d81a946cd9385de6b585d21e5~mv2.jpg/v1/fill/w_490,h_327,al_c,q_80,usm_0.66_1.00_0.01,enc_auto/fillerfloor.jpg)
The career competitions of the SkillsUSA Illinois Championships follow the current edition of the SkillsUSA Technical Standards. These are available to professional members (advisors and teachers) as a membership benefit following their submission of membership.