1st Place, Feature Page or Spread
2023-24, Division 3, News Design, Info Graphics and Art
By Jazlyn Steins & Kathy Doan
Focus
Midland HS
ND-07. Feature Page or Spread
Pages appearing in print will be evaluated for content and design. Content may be based on one significant story, a package of related stories, or diverse feature stories. Advertising may or may not be incorporated into the page design.
Judging Criteria
- Page generates reader interest; showcases strongest content
- Strong visual center of interest; page maintains visual interest throughout
- Consistent use of headline styles/typefaces; special types restricted to unique packaging of a single element
- Photos effectively cropped, of varied size, shape, emphasizing action
- Demonstrates effective graphic style with graphic devices contributing to impact of page
- Clear relationships demonstrated between story and related pictures, art
- Cutlines stand out from body copy; effective lead-ins used for longer cutlines
- Content reflects student interests
- Stories written according to sound journalistic style