Judging

Jury Composition

For each of the three disciplines (Communication Design, Lettering, Type Design) there are Discipline Presidents whose duties include selecting a jury of top typographers and type designers from around the world and facilitating the judging process.

Our juries include native experts for multiple writing systems including Arabic, Cyrillic, Indic, CJK, Thai, and select African scripts. Dedicated juries for each discipline ensure appropriate expertise within that discipline.

Judging Criteria

Entries will be evaluated based on:

• Technical Excellence
• Conceptual Strength
• Innovation/Advancement of the Discipline
• Cultural Relevance
• Craft Quality

What You Win

A TDC win means garnering the esteem of colleagues and peers worldwide. In addition, winners receive:

• A coveted TDC Certificate of Excellence
• A one-year membership to the TDC with all the benefits of membership, including discounts on competition entries. Become a Member
• Publication of your work in the legendary annual book “The World’s Best Typography” designed and published by Slanted Publishing.
• Your work presented on both the TDC and One Club online archives
• Opportunity to be part of the annual TDC exhibition which travels the globe
• Possibility of being presented through our social media channels and newsletters
• The possibility of winning additional coveted awards and recognitions, like Best of Discipline, Judges’ Choice, or one of our brand new gold/silver/bronze “Type-High” awards. Learn more about our Awards + Prizes

A TDC win can earn you professional credibility, elevate your career, and bolster your business. Enter now to claim your chance at being part of The Best Typography in the World.