This portfolio-based competition is dedicated to #typography in all its versatile forms, and the inspiring designers who are elevating the medium. Ascenders, from Type Directors Club, recognizes designers on the rise. For those age 35 and under. No height limitations. Learn about 2019 and 2018 ascenders, or follow #TDCAscenders for more.
The Jury is composed of past Ascenders and other accomplished creatives with typographic knowledge across a wide variety of disciplines: graphic design, lettering, digital design, type design… this jury is knowledgeable, talented, and ready and waiting for your work!
Hear more from some of them April 21—23 during our virtual panels, or read interviews about their rise on the TDC site.
Ascenders is open to everybody 35 years of age and under — professionals, students, or beyond. If you’re a 15 year old whose lettering skills put the best graffiti writers on notice, or a self-taught master in the art of sign painting, Ascenders wants to see your work!
All aspiring Ascenders must submit six projects; they may be professional work, university work, personal passion projects, or any mixture of the above.
Can’t decide which six projects to submit? Ask a trusted peer — maybe even a previous Ascender!
In order to make Ascenders more affordable around the globe, for 2022 we have a 3 tier price structure based on the country you’re entering from. (Validated by your billing address.) And as always, TDC members receive discounts on entry as well.
Non-Members | Members |
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Regular Deadline | Extended Deadline | Regular Deadline | Extended Deadline | |
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Full Priced Regions | $150 | $175 | $125 | $150 |
Mid-Tier Regions | $100 | $125 | $75 | $100 |
Discount Regions | $50 | $75 | $25 | $50 |
If you still have questions, we still have answers. Please get in touch with us through one of the following:
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