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Dates:
Start Date: Saturday, March 21, 2009
at 22:00 EDT
End Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2009
at 09:00 EDT
Winner(s)
Announced:
Saturday, March 28, 2009
at 20:00 EDT
Downloads:

Since this contest has ended all attached files are no longer available for viewing

How to Format Your Submission:
1. Look for instructions in this contest regarding what files to provide. Questions? Ask in the forum for this contest.
2. Place your submission files into a "Submission.zip" file.
3. Place all of your source files into a "Source.zip" file.
4. Create a JPG preview file.
5. Click "Submit" and upload your files.

Trouble formatting your submission or want to learn more? Read this FAQs

Note: All non-standard Windows fonts must be listed in a text file within your submission folder. Include the name of the font and a link to where it can be downloaded/purchased. DO NOT include any font files in your submission or source files.
Submission File Formats:

PSD, AI, EPS, JPG, GIF

Submission Limit:

3 submissions per competitor

Contest Title: $250 When.com - Bebo Application/Profile skin
Client: When.com
Contest Type: Banners/Icons
1 Place: $200.00
2 Place: $50.00
3 Place: $.00
4 Place: $.00
5 Place: $.00
Client Selection: $50.00
Studio Cup Points:

25.0


Have questions about how to compete? Learn more here!
Contest Summary

The goal of this contest is to create a When.com theme for the Bebo application profile pages (http://www.bebo.com/Profile.jsp?MemberId=8639687616). You will design a skin for this page.

This is an exciting opportunity to create a theme that will be used in and around Bebo! This project is highly visible and people using Bebo across the globe may see the results!

Entries must be your original work, and must not infringe on the copyright or licenses of others. Stock art, clip art, templates and other design elements from other sources are prohibited unless specifically permitted here in the Contest Details.

Full Description & Project Guide

Bebo lets you change your profiles theme or skin. They call this "roll your own". To take a look at the existing skins and to see what is possible, login to www.bebo.com. On the left hand side select "Change Skins". You will then be presented with a current list of featured skins. Select "Try it on" for any skin to see how it looks on your profile. A skin like these is what we are after in this contest.

What is When.com?

The local search engine to discover things to do! when.com helps you quickly find out what's going on, wherever you are. Find local events, movies playing nearby, the perfect Indian restaurant, or where your favorite band is playing next. Not sure what you want to do? That's okay - browse by category, date or location and we bet you'll find something that grabs your attention!

APPLICATION DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

- The application design Photoshop file is provided (Skin_template.zip). You should use the same Photoshop file to design your submission.

- Do not change the layout of the application. We are only looking for you to re-skin the design with the new color palette and new design elements.

IMAGE DESIGN REQUIREMENTS

- Follow the instructions provided in skin_mapping.txt.

- Do NOT duplicate the current theme. You should design a completely new image based on the content provided.

- This image should be exciting, informative and professional.

- Your design should be work well with the rest of the applications as well as the overall look and feel.

ABOUT THIS THEME

Try to capture the essence of when.com in your design! When.com has the latest information for Events, Tickets, Performers, Movies, Restaurants and Venues. With features like "Hot Searches" and "Hot Tickets" when.com surfaces exciting things to do In keeping it?s mission When?s identity is fun, bold, clean and fresh. The content is friendly, helpful, and thoughtful as it recommends restaurants, bars and clubs conveniently near your destination. The overall effect of the profile page should be inviting and not overwhelm the identity/mood that users would experience on When.com itself.

GENERAL NOTES

- Remember to check out the existing themes on www.bebo.com! We are expecting submissions of similar if not better quality!

- keep an eye on the forums for updates

PREVIEW IMAGE

Please provide a screenshot of your design as the preview image. Do not skew, alter, modify or add drop shadows or other filters for dramatic effect.

TARGET AUDIENCE

when.com users

BRANDING GUIDELINES

Follow the instructions provided in skin_mapping.txt provided inside Skin_template.zip file.

JUDGING CRITERIA

Your submission will be judged on the following criteria:

Consistency - How well the screens fit together and provide a complete user experience.

Creativity - Creative and innovative designs are highly encouraged.

Usability - How well the design enhances the user experience and how easily the user understands the tasks at ease.

Specific Contest Details
Size: Follow the provided Photoshop file.
Font: The image fonts are open to the designer. The application fonts must follow the provided Photoshop file
Color: How the colors are implemented is up to the designer.
Other: SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS
One (1) JPG or PNG files in RGB color mode at 72dpi
SOURCE REQUIREMENTS
All original source files of the submitted design. Files should be created in Adobe Photoshop, Gimp, Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape and saved as layered PSD files, AI or EPS files.
How to Submit
  • New to Studio? Learn how to compete here.
  • Upload your submission in three parts (see this FAQs for more information). Your design should be finalized and should contain only a single design concept (do not include multiple designs in a single submission).
  • If your submission wins, your source files must be correct and "Final Fixes" (if applicable) must be completed before payment can be released.
  • You may submit as many times as you'd like during the submission phase, but only the number of files listed above in the Submission Limit that you rank the highest will be considered. You can change the order of your submissions at any time during the submission phase. If you make revisions to your design, please delete submissions you are replacing.
Winner Selection
Submissions are viewable to the client as they are entered into the contest. Winners are selected by the client and are chosen solely at the Client's discretion.
Payment
The payment will be distributed in one full installment once the final version of the winning submission has been downloaded by the client. Any and all applicable taxes on prizes are the sole responsibility of the prizewinner(s).
Eligibility
You must be a TopCoder Studio member, at least 18 years of age, meeting all of the membership requirements. In addition, you must fit into one of the following categories. If you reside in the United States, you must be either:
  • A US Citizen
  • A Lawful Permanent Resident of the US
  • A temporary resident, asylee, refugee of the U.S., or have a lawfully issued work authorization card permitting unrestricted employment in the U.S.

If you do not reside in the United States:
  • You must be authorized to perform services as an independent contractor. (Note: In most cases you will not need to do anything to become authorized)