UPPERCASE is making a design submission call for stationery and papergoods profiles and the deadline for submission is October 15th, 2020.
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Stationery & Papergoods Profiles
UPPERCASE issue #48 (Jan-Feb-Mar 2021) will have a stationery and papergoods guide, featuring up to 50 profiles of artists, entrepreneurs and small businesses in the stationery and papergoods industries.
(This open call is meant for artists and companies with a range of papergoods or stationery items, not just a single item for sale.)
Please read the following criteria before submitting:
Criteria for submissions
- stationery products (including paper, writing implements, desk accessories, etc), papergoods (notebooks, decorative envelopes, papers) and/or greeting cards
- positive (no snarky messages, swear words or adult content)
- the submission must include new designs and products created within the past year, you may also include any ongoing signature products as well
- excellent product photography (no digital mockups!!!)
- diverse and multi-cultural stories are welcomed and encouraged
- sustainability through materials and environmental initiatives
- handmade and/or mass-produced items are both fine, as long as they are manufactured ethically
- the company must be inclusive in its marketing and social media
- small businesses only (fewer than 20 employees)
The form closes OCTOBER 15.
Link: https://uppercase.submittable.com/submit/174847/48-stationery-papergoods-profiles
