Hampton Roads Philharmonic Design Contest

Calling all artists, designers, and creative minds!
We’re looking for unique, creative logo-style designs specifically for promotional merchandise (shirts, mugs, tote bags, stickers, etc.) for the upcoming season. This contest is for generating fresh and fun designs to showcase on items that celebrate our orchestra and region.

What We’re Looking For

Design a logo that:

  • Reflects the Hampton Roads region and the mission of the Hampton Roads Philharmonic
  • Can be used across merchandise (shirts, mugs, tote bags, etc.), online platforms, print materials, and more
  • Works well in a one-color format (black, white, or a single-color print)
  • Is submitted in one of the following formats: PDF, PNG, or SVG

Submission Details

The Prize

The winning designer will receive:

  • Two free tickets to every Hampton Roads Philharmonic performance in the upcoming season
  • Recognition across our digital platforms and printed programs
  • Your artwork featured on merchandise and promotional materials throughout the season

Eligibility

  • Open to all ages and experience levels
  • Local artists, students, and community members are especially encouraged to participate
  • Open to individuals who currently live in the Hampton Roads region, including year-round residents and college students living in the area during the academic year.
  • Group or team submissions are allowed and will be treated as a single entry

Judging Criteria

Entries will be reviewed by the Hampton Roads Philharmonic Board of Directors and judged based on:

  • Relevance to HRP’s mission and the Hampton Roads region
  • Visual impact and creativity
  • Versatility across formats and materials
  • Print and reproduction suitability

Design Guidelines & Tips

  • Keep it clean and scalable: must work on T-shirt, stickers, and water bottles
  • Avoid overly intricate details that don’t reproduce well
  • Use clear, legible typography
  • Consider including regional or musical imagery (coastline, bridge, instruments, etc.)
  • No required text, but including “Hampton Roads Philharmonic” is encouraged

Usage Rights

By submitting a design, you agree that:

  • The Hampton Roads Philharmonic may use your design in promotional materials, merchandise, print, and digital platforms
  • The winning design becomes the property of the orchestra and may be modified for clarity, scalability, or reproduction purposes

Questions?

Email us at socialmedia@hrphil.org or visit hrphil.org/design-contest for more details.

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