NASA Contest: Design the Gateway Program Graphic

Contest Brief

Under Space Policy Directive-1, NASA has been charged with leading a “sustainable exploration of the Moon together with commercial and international partners.”

In response to this bold directive, NASA is working with U.S. and international partners to lead the development of the first permanent human spaceship in orbit around the Moon, known as the Gateway. The Gateway will be a part-time home and office for astronauts farther in space than humans have ever been before.

The Gateway will be important to building a permanent human presence on the Moon. Astronauts will visit at least once per year, living and working aboard the spaceship in deep space for up to three months at a time. NASA is looking at options for astronauts to shuttle between the Gateway and the lunar surface, to explore new locations across the Moon. Even before our first trip to Mars, astronauts will use the Gateway to train for life far away from Earth, and we will use it to practice moving a spaceship in different orbits in deep space.

Just like an airport, spacecraft bound for the surface of the Moon or Mars can use the Gateway to refuel or replace parts. The Gateway’s core functions include power and propulsion, communications, habitation, logistics resupply, robotics, and an airlocks for science and spacewalks.

By partnering with U.S. companies and international partners to design and build the Gateway, NASA will ensure this groundbreaking lunar laboratory is available to multiple users, providing more access to the Moon than ever before.

You can learn more about the Gateway with this quick Q&A: https://www.nasa.gov/feature/questions-nasas-new-spaceship

The goal of this challenge is to develop a graphic to represent the Gateway. The product should graphically convey the key theme of space exploration and what the Gateway represents. The graphic will be used in multiple ways internally at NASA, but will have limited external/public use, if any. A small version of the graphic may be used in the top corner of documents, a larger version could be used on the title page of internal presentation materials, or the graphic may be used on other products developed by the NASA Gateway team.

Graphic Requirements:
• Both a color version and black/white version are required.
• Source File Requirements: All original vector source files of the submitted design. Files should be created in Adobe Illustrator or Inkscape and saved as layered AI or EPS files. Note that PSDs saved as EPS files are not true vector / scalable files and will not be accepted.
• All fonts (and operating systems) must be listed in a text file within your Submission Zip file. 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.
• All text in the graphic should be converted to outlines.
• Submission should also include 1024 x1024 version of the graphic in jpeg or png (on both a black background and a white background). The NASA insignia or other NASA logos cannot be used as any part of the submission.

Other Preferences:
• Color pallet is open, but limited to 6 colors.
• Please avoid gradients or other special effects as they are difficult to reproduce across all media.
Stock Photography Requirements:
• Stock photography is not allowed in this contest. All submitted elements must be designed solely by you.

Judging Criteria:
• Requirements: Does your submission meet the requirements as stated within the challenge?
• Quality: Does your submission look fresh, professional, and clean?
• Concept: Does your submission represent what the Gateway stands for?

Please note that NASA employees/contractors are not eligible for competing in this contest.

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Public Clarification Board

  • Maboy
    Maboy
    • 5 years ago

    I dont know whats worse... to have one star... to have all designs sealed, or to have one star and not having a clue why... well anyway, good luck to everyone.

    • 5 years ago
    1. Fron88
      Fron88
      • 5 years ago

      Don't worry is a joke this contest.

      • 5 years ago
  • harits90
    harits90
    • 5 years ago

    Congratulations for winners!.

    • 5 years ago
  • digitalistan
    digitalistan
    • 5 years ago

    Congratulations Serife. Very nice logo.

    • 5 years ago
    1. Insta Mimarlik Tasarim
      Insta Mimarlik Tasarim
      • 5 years ago

      Thank you!

      • 5 years ago
  • saifysyed
    saifysyed
    • 5 years ago

    :| wow!

    • 5 years ago
  • nasacoeci
    Contest Holder
    • 5 years ago

    Hi All - just wanted to provide an update. The top 15 designs are being evaluated by the project team. Of these 15, we plan to award 3-5 designs. The project team hopes to complete their evaluations by tomorrow so expect to see another update tomorrow or Wednesday. We appreciate everyone's time and hard work on the submissions received. We are sorry we were unable to give direct feedback to everyone.

    • 5 years ago
    1. yuyaz77
      yuyaz77
      • 5 years ago

      OK.Good luck for everyone!!

      • 5 years ago
    2. DepartmentS
      DepartmentS
      • 5 years ago

      Same here - completely out the running myself but my sincerest best to everyone else.

      • 5 years ago
  • freshvibes
    freshvibes
    • 5 years ago

    Why is everything sealed??

    • 5 years ago
  • freshvibes
    freshvibes
    • 5 years ago

    It's also a nice way to learn

    • 5 years ago
  • Throndsen
    Throndsen
    • 5 years ago

    NASA - Thank You for the opportunity :-)

    • 5 years ago
  • Mary6000
    Mary6000
    • 5 years ago

    #extended time!!

    • 5 years ago
  • rafaelff95
    rafaelff95
    • 5 years ago

    Please, #extended time :,( I just finish my proposal

    • 5 years ago
  • JuanLovi
    JuanLovi
    • 5 years ago

    #extended time...

    • 5 years ago
  • JuanLovi
    JuanLovi
    • 5 years ago

    When is finished the contest? I have a design :(

    • 5 years ago
  • nasacoeci
    Contest Holder
    • 5 years ago

    Thank you all so much for participating in this contest! We've seen some really great creativity and professionalism in your designs. We hope to award the winner or winners sometime this week. Thank you for your patience!

    • 5 years ago
    1. digitalistan
      digitalistan
      • 5 years ago

      We wish success to the Gateway team and NASA Tournament Lab. Thank you for giving us the opportunity to compete. We're star dust and we're going back to them.

      • 5 years ago
    2. jeffd92
      jeffd92
      • 5 years ago

      1 star... damn yall lack taste

      • 5 years ago
  • yuyaz77
    yuyaz77
    • 5 years ago

    I appreciate the opportunity to present my talent on this platform for you.

    • 5 years ago
  • Creativdesigns2
    Creativdesigns2
    • 5 years ago

    Please check my entries #298 , #288 , #285 , #284 , #282 , Thank you !

    • 5 years ago
  • klal06
    klal06
    • 5 years ago

    #extended

    • 5 years ago
  • tyclfdweb
    tyclfdweb
    • 5 years ago

    Please check my entries: #572 , #492 , #481 , #394 , #380 , #346 , #345

    • 5 years ago
  • mediaartjobs
    mediaartjobs
    • 5 years ago

    Here is another version for the logo #568

    • 5 years ago
  • Fedodido
    Fedodido
    • 5 years ago

    Please Review #559 , #456 , #457 , # 455 and looking forward for your valuable feedback...Kits and Honor to work for the industry i wish to be in....Thank you to provide and opportunity to work on my dream place.

    • 5 years ago
  • grok13
    grok13
    • 5 years ago

    Any feedback?

    • 5 years ago
  • nagwa178
    nagwa178
    • 5 years ago

    Please check my entry# 494

    • 5 years ago
  • apolloart2018
    apolloart2018
    • 5 years ago

    #520 . Please check my entry.

    • 5 years ago
  • Vibecke
    Vibecke
    • 5 years ago

    some feedback also on the other entries?

    • 5 years ago
  • Dreahs
    Dreahs
    • 5 years ago

    Hello! Just submitted my entry and I am super excited to hear your feedback and hopefully be the lucky winner!! Like one of my fellow colleagues said below, there is no greater honor than to be able to provide the art for a movement that goes beyond barriers and exemplifies the desire and excitement for exploration!!!*fingers crossed*

    • 5 years ago
  • dawnboyd
    dawnboyd
    • 5 years ago

    This is truly exciting. Two of my favorite things, art and space exploration. Sweet! I can't even describe how amazing it would be to provide the art that represents Nasa in this venture. That is better then money!

    • 5 years ago
    1. EdinPON
      EdinPON
      • 5 years ago

      Right! This is really cool.

      • 5 years ago
  • RSSohel
    RSSohel
    • 5 years ago

    #extended

    • 5 years ago
  • Fedodido
    Fedodido
    • 5 years ago

    Kindly have look to Entry #457 #467 # 455 and please give me your valuable feedback

    • 5 years ago
  • babualoksarkar
    babualoksarkar
    • 5 years ago

    Today I feel so Proud for participate NASA contest. Thank you for bring us this contest. Please check my Entry #468 .

    • 5 years ago
  • edjahermar
    edjahermar
    • 5 years ago

    Solo tengo interés en el bien de la humanidad. Mi diseño está a su disposición y recibiré lo que ustedes tengan a bien pagarme por el. Espero poder aportar algo a su propósito. Gracias

    • 5 years ago
  • karlcanales
    karlcanales
    • 5 years ago

    please check #300 thank you

    • 5 years ago
  • Fedodido
    Fedodido
    • 5 years ago

    Kindly have look to Entry #457 .... I tried to follow Complete Brief with visualization and theme usually used in the industry ...Your Valuable feedback is asset for me please hoping to hear from you.

    • 5 years ago
  • WynandSharpfix
    WynandSharpfix
    • 5 years ago

    Mark M. sets a benchmark with comments helping other designers. #Check...check...check. Well done Mark for caring about someone else.

    • 5 years ago
    1. DepartmentS
      DepartmentS
      • 5 years ago

      : )... Aw, shucks. T'weren't nuthin' - kind of you to say though, thanks

      • 5 years ago
  • EdenElements18
    EdenElements18
    • 5 years ago

    Please Review #458 . Feedback is gratefully appreciated.

    • 5 years ago
  • Fedodido
    Fedodido
    • 5 years ago

    Kindly have a review #455 and #456 embroidery mock-up

    • 5 years ago
  • iraiyer15
    iraiyer15
    • 5 years ago

    can I use the Q&A gateway image , I will just take a look to depict how the gateway will look like .

    • 5 years ago
  • tarekrfahmy
    tarekrfahmy
    • 5 years ago

    please check #450 , #451 , #453

    • 5 years ago
  • tarekrfahmy
    tarekrfahmy
    • 5 years ago

    please check #450 , #451

    • 5 years ago
  • michitodd
    michitodd
    • 5 years ago

    Please review #441 , #443 , #445

    • 5 years ago
  • michitodd
    michitodd
    • 5 years ago

    Such an exciting project! I've signed up to Freelancer.com.au to join in on this haha

    • 5 years ago
  • DimitrisTzen
    DimitrisTzen
    • 5 years ago

    Check please entry #419

    • 5 years ago
  • digitalistan
    digitalistan
    • 5 years ago

    please check & review #416 and #417

    • 5 years ago
  • studiomood
    studiomood
    • 5 years ago

    Please review #415

    • 5 years ago

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