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Rebel Logo Design Submission Guidelines

 

Project Summary

The Southland School District is in the process of updating their brand identity and is opening an opportunity for a freelance graphic designer or individual to create a strong graphic logo and style guide, ultimately creating a branding portfolio. This request is more than just creating a mascot; the intention is to standardize the Southland brand across all mediums and platforms including but not limited to uniforms, shirts, letterheads, communications, electronic media.  The Rebel team name and the Red (186) and Blue (286) colors will remain.

Scope of Project

The Scope of the project will extend from concept to completion.  Criteria for a successful submission includes:

  • File Submission
    • A printed submission of the proposed design is preferred however, it will be required to be in electronic format
    • Provide a high-resolution file of the images for the proposed logo and any necessary branding information

 

  • Logo Utilization
    • May be used in print, web, banners, signage, uniforms, etc.
    • May be utilized in full color, single color or black and white

 

  • Versatility
    • Adaptive and different variations of size, complexity and color
    • Ability to work regardless of background color
    • Presented standalone or with Southland approved lettering

 

  • Scalable
    • The design must look good and remain legible at any size
    • There must be balance and proportion between the various elements

 

  • Skills/Creativity
    • Original designs are required; copyrighted material will not be accepted

 

  • Miscellaneous Information
    • Proposed designs should not be shared on social media or public websites prior to submission
    • No compensation will be paid to the designer
    • Drawings and documentation will not be returned to you
    • By submitting a proposed portfolio idea, Southland Schools are granted all rights to use it without additional fees
    • Southland School reserves the right to modify the submitted design idea as it sees fit and without limit.
    • Please include a design brief with your submission.
    • Design submissions will be reviewed by the Southland District Advisory Committee.  Individuals may be asked to present their work at the District Advisory Council Meeting on October 21st.

Submission of Portfolio

All submissions must be received no later than the date and time specified. Sealed submissions may be hand delivered or mailed to:

Southland School District

Logo Design Submission

ATTN: Scott Hall

203 2nd ST NW

Adams, MN 55909

 

Submissions will be accepted until 4:00 PM on Friday, October 4th.  Submissions received after the deadline will not be accepted.  Submissions by other emails, i.e.: fax or email, will not be accepted.

 

Please direct questions to Scott Hall at 507-582-3283 or shall@isd500.k12.mn.us.

 

District Advisory Council

Southland School District