KNOCK IT OUT!!! - KARATE DVD SERIES COVER ART :)

American Kenpo Jiu Jitsu (AKJJ)

AKJJ is a discipline created by Mohamad Tabatabai. Mr. Tabatabai began his martial arts journey in 1978. He currently holds the rank of 9th Degree Black Belt (Grand Master/Senior Master of the Art) in American Kenpo.

American Kenpo Jiu-Jitsu is a blend of two practical and robust arts: American Kenpo (standup striking system) and Jiu-Jitsu (ground technique focus). We teach each art so that it remains true and complete to its unique style, yet combine them in seamless application.

To familiarize yourself with Mr. Tabatabai, his teachings and federation, please visit: http://www.americankenpojiujitsu.com/

Project goal:

We are looking to develop the design art for a karate instruction DVD series. The series is created by and focuses on Senior Master Mohamad Tabatabai’s American Kenpo Jiu Jitsu. Specifically we are looking for the following:

1) Template design for the cover of each DVD case (see attached file for dimensions) that can be modified for each belt series
2) Design for the CD label (to be consistent in style and color with the DVD case)
3) Eventually we will engage the winning designer for the art on the series DVD box (paper carton box to be developed at a later date)

As you can tell, we are looking to develop a long term consulting relationship with the winning designer as we will need to make enhancements and refinements to what we are creating. A great opportunity to make some additional money for the winner!

Additional instructions:

Please read the "AKJJ Project Description" attached IN DETAIL. It includes guidelines and elements we want included on the front and back of the box cover as well as some optional concept suggestions. It also highlights the material that will be included in this series. Ultimately your design will be used for 12 DVD box covers and 20-30 CD covers.

All designs should be submitted in Photoshop @ 300 dots per inch and a 1/8th inch bleed area.

We have included pictures and logos for your use in the design. We have also included a few "inspirational materials" so you can get a sense of the style of AKJJ.

Remember you are just creating ONE template each for the case and the DVD label, so don't get overwhelmed. We just want to be able to change the lesson titles and color (yellow belt, blue belt, etc) with each belt series.

THANK YOU AND HAVE FUN WITH IT!!!!

Criteria for selection of the winning designer:

1) Design needs to capture the elements requested for the front, side and back panels of the DVD case as well as on the CD label
2) Design should be elegant, professional and capture the spirit of AKJJ's brand image
3) Designers should incorporate the above elements while also presenting fresh, creative designs that are professional and enhance the promotional value of this DVD series.
4) Designers should express an interest in developing a longer term (beyond just this contest) relationship with our company as we will require additional consultation as our project develops

Target audience is karate teachers and students; predominately males between the ages of 10-50, based in North America, Europe, South America and Asia.

We look forward to the your awesome designs!