Press Kit Creator

Press Kit Creator
In addition to press release preparation, A' Design Award & Competition presents you an opportunity to create a rich-media electronic press kit which contains not just the design images but also; photo of the designer, logo of the client, dozens of high-resolution photos and images for added exposure, an interview with the award winner, further images of non-award winning products, product portfolio and much more. The service is called the Press Kit Creator, and is provided free of charge to all award participants. Award winners can also download their own press kits to add to their archives or to distribute to other journalists. Laureates also have the possibility to learn how to prepare a better press kit and are further provided tools to share their press kit with editors.

A' Design Award's press kit platform offers an end-to-end solution to help laureates effectively showcase their achievements. By including detailed, high-resolution materials (e.g., design details, interviews, corporate profiles, PR images), it eliminates the need for laureates to develop these resources themselves. In addition to our press kit platform, The inclusion of a press kit dispatch service enables laureates to send their materials directly to targeted journalists or niche publications. This strategic approach increases the likelihood of media coverage, focusing on relevance and exclusivity. Through its integrated newsroom and newswire features, the platform not only disseminates press kits but also maintains a centralized hub for consistent storytelling. This ensures laureates' stories are presented in alignment with both the award's and their professional brand.

When you win an A' Design Award, your press kit is automatically prepared using the materials you submitted, including design details, images, and brand assets. You can then enhance and distribute it through the Press Kit Platform to reach journalists, media outlets, and a global audience, ensuring maximum visibility for your achievement.

1. Press Kit Creation Using Submitted Materials
   Upon winning, A' Design Award automatically prepares your press kit using the information and assets you submitted during the award process. This includes design descriptions, high-resolution images, brand logos, and other relevant materials. This step ensures your press kit is immediately ready and tailored for professional media distribution.

2. Access to the Press Kit Platform
   You gain access to A' Design Award’s Press Kit Platform, where you can review, enhance, and customize your press kit with additional materials like designer interviews, extra images, and translations. This step allows you to make your press kit richer and more impactful.

3. Direct Media Dispatch and Outreach
   Your press kit can be sent directly to specific journalists and niche publications using the platform’s dispatch service. This ensures your story reaches the most relevant and influential media contacts, increasing your visibility and media coverage opportunities.

4. Global Promotion and Newswire Integration
   The press kit is also integrated into A' Design Award’s newsroom and newswire services, where it is showcased to their global network of journalists, media outlets, and industry professionals. This provides worldwide exposure for your award-winning design.

5. Continued Updates and Accessibility
   The platform allows you to continually update and refine your press kit over time, keeping your promotional materials relevant and useful for ongoing media opportunities. This ensures your design stays in the spotlight well beyond the initial award announcement.

What is Included in the Press Kit?
The Press Kit is presented as a ZIP file, which contains the following elements: 1. Design Details, 2. Design Images (High-Resolution, Up to 5 Images), 3. Client/Brand Logo (High-Resolution), 4 Designer Profile Text, 5. Designer Photo (High-Resolution), 6. Corporate Profile Text, 7. Corporate Logo (High-Resolution), 8. Interview with the Designer, 9. Interview for the Design, 10. Additional PR Images (High Resolution, Up to 12 Images), 12. Extra Photos for PR Purposes (High Resolution, up to 5 Photos), 13. Further Corporate Images (High Resolution, up to 5 Images), 14. Links to Further Information, 15. Available translations for awarded work. 16. Our Press Release. 17. Brand or Client Details for This Particular Work. 18. Additional Press Releases or Notes by the Laureate. 19. Social Media Profiles, Hashtag and News. 20. Ready-to-use Articles for Journalists.

What can you include to your Press Kit?
After the Gala-Night or Exhibition, you could for example add your images from the Gala-Night or Exhibition to your press kit which you could download from your control panel under "my press kit" page. It shall also be noted that corporate images you upload for the corporate profile section are not included in the kit but are counted towards your press kit score and you could manually include them if you wish.

Amplify Your Brand with the A' Design Award's Electronic Press Kit (EPK)
The Electronic Press Kit (EPK) is a comprehensive media package designed to help award-winning brands amplify their visibility and connect with journalists worldwide. By providing journalists with high-quality resources like striking visuals, compelling interviews, and personalized branding, you can craft engaging stories that showcase your design to a global audience.

What's Included in the Electronic Press Kit?
The Electronic Press Kit includes high-resolution design images, client/brand logos, designer profiles, corporate profiles, exclusive interviews, press releases, and ready-to-use articles. Additionally, it provides personalized social media information such as profiles, hashtags, and news. By offering journalists these valuable assets, you enable them to create compelling stories that highlight your award-winning design.

Benefits of the Electronic Press Kit
The Electronic Press Kit amplifies your brand recognition by providing journalists with a range of visual and textual assets. High-resolution images and logos reinforce your brand identity, while comprehensive profiles and exclusive interviews offer unique insights into your design process and inspiration. Pre-written press releases and ready-to-use articles save journalists time, making it convenient for them to cover your award-winning design. This increased visibility can help you reach a wider audience and attract new clients.

Become a Winner and Access Your Electronic Press Kit
By becoming a laureate of the A' Design Award, you gain exclusive access to the Press Kit Creator and the powerful Electronic Press Kit (EPK).

Press-Kit.Org Platform
To help press members to go over the content provided by A' Design Award & Competitions' award winning press releases list, a special platform has been built at press-kit.org. Journalists could visit the press-kit.org to access thumbnail previews of the A' Design Awards' winning designers' press kits. Clicking on a thumbnail image will lead the journalists to a page at A' Design Awards where they could download the kit as a ZIP file. Learn more about the Press-Kit.org.

Why it Matters?
Because good design deserves an even greater communication. At A' Design Award, it is our core mission to create a global understanding and appreciation for good design, and we honestly believe that we can achieve that if we can promote and help promote the very best designs to the audiences worldwide. Indeed for this reason, our Press Kit Creator tools and services are complimented by Electronic Press Kit Dispatch Service.

Professional Press Kits
A' Design Award's Press Kit Platform provides award-winning brands with professionally prepared press kits, eliminating the need to create materials from scratch and saving valuable time. The platform allows winners to enhance their kits with additional images, interviews, and translations while offering direct access to targeted journalists and global visibility through integrated newsroom and newswire services. By delivering polished, customizable press kits and facilitating meaningful media outreach, A' Design Award helps brands boost credibility, expand their international reach, and unlock long-term career opportunities.

• Done-for-You Professional Press Kit
  When you win an A' Design Award, your press kit is professionally created for you using the materials you submitted, including high-resolution images, design details, and brand assets. This eliminates the need for you to build a press kit from scratch, saving you time and ensuring a polished, media-ready presentation from the start.
  
  
• A Dedicated Platform to Upgrade Your Press Kit
  A' Design Award gives you access to an intuitive online system where you can enhance your press kit with extra images, interviews, and translations. This platform ensures you have the tools to create a richer, more detailed press kit that stands out to journalists and maximizes your media impact.
  
  
• Professionally Prepared Press Kits
  A' Design Award's Press Kit Platform delivers fully prepared press kits that include high-resolution images, detailed design narratives, and brand materials. Professionally crafted kits ensure award-winning brands can effectively communicate achievements to media outlets without additional effort.
  
  
• Direct Access to Targeted Journalists
  The Press Kit Platform enables award-winning brands to send press materials directly to relevant journalists and industry-specific publications. Targeted outreach ensures designs are showcased to influential audiences, increasing the likelihood of meaningful media coverage.
  
  
• Global Recognition Through Newsroom Integration
  The Press Kit Platform integrates with A' Design Award's newsroom and newswire, sharing award-winning designs with international media outlets. Global exposure ensures consistent visibility and recognition across diverse markets.
  
  
• Time-Saving, Hassle-Free Process
  A' Design Award prepares press kits directly from submitted materials, eliminating the need for brands to assemble promotional content. Time saved allows award winners to focus on building their business while ensuring media outreach is handled professionally.
  
  
• Enhanced Brand Presentation
  Press kits include branding elements such as corporate logos, designer profiles, and high-quality visuals, formatted to professional standards. Consistent branding reinforces credibility and professionalism during media interactions.
  
  
• Customizable and Enrichable Press Kits
  Award winners can enhance press kits by uploading additional visuals, providing translations, or completing designer interviews. The flexibility to enrich press kits ensures they are tailored to specific audiences and optimized for impact.
  
  
• Exclusive Media Network Access
  Award-winning brands gain access to A' Design Award's curated media network, including journalists and niche publications. Direct connections to media professionals ensure increased visibility and opportunities for coverage.
  
  
• International Reach Through Multilingual Support
  The Press Kit Platform provides translations for press materials, enabling brands to communicate achievements across multiple languages. Multilingual support helps brands reach global audiences and expand into international markets.
  
  
• Compelling Visual Storytelling
  High-resolution images and PR-ready visuals included in press kits enhance storytelling and media appeal. Professionally curated visuals increase the likelihood of journalists and editors featuring award-winning designs.
  
  
• Long-Term Career Benefits
  Media exposure facilitated by the Press Kit Platform opens doors to new clients, partnerships, and collaborations. Enhanced visibility and professional presentation create ongoing opportunities for growth and industry recognition.
  
  
• Boosted Credibility and Industry Prestige
  Media coverage gained through A' Design Award reinforces a brand’s position as a leader in design excellence. Association with A' Design Award enhances trust and elevates a brand's reputation among clients and collaborators.