I know logo design contests and the whole “spec” work issue is a controversial subject. As a designer given the AIGA’s position on spec work what are the pros and cons of entering such contests?
Answer
The Cons:
- you’re working for pennies
- you’re working for a ‘client’ who has committed next-to-nothing to the project
- you’re not designing based on any real client or business objectives/requirements
- there is no proper feedback loop
- you’re competing with people that are likely using unlicensed software and type
- you’re wasting your time
The Pros:
- umm…let me think…err…hmm…nope. No Pros.
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