Organizer Information

INTL International is a globally recognized platform for contemporary poster design, founded in 2014. Over the past decade, it has collected more than 60,000 entries from 110 countries, offering exposure through the International Poster Exhibition, online galleries, mobile apps, and the annual International Poster Book. INTL promotes global dialogue in graphic design and provides professional development opportunities for students, graduates, and professionals alike.

Title & Description

2026 International Poster Competition invites artists, designers, and creative professionals worldwide to submit up to eight posters for consideration. Submissions may be self-initiated, client-based, or created specifically for the competition. A jury of international design experts will review entries, and a selection of highly-rated posters will be featured in the International Poster Exhibition in Glasgow, the Poster World app, the Olympia Gallery online exhibition, and published in the International Poster Book. Prizes include cash awards, trophies, and professional exposure. The competition emphasizes conceptual strength, originality, and innovative use of the medium, promoting creative discussion and global visibility.

Categories

  • Visual Arts
  • Graphic
  • Poster
  • Video/Film (for animated/moving posters)
  • Digital
  • Design

Eligibility

  • Open internationally to students, graduates, and professional designers.
  • No restrictions on age, residency, or career stage.
  • Entries must have been created between 2024–2026.
  • Moving and animated posters are accepted alongside static work.

Program Benefits & Awards

  • Cash Prizes: 1st Place £500, 2nd Place £300, 3rd Place £100.
  • Custom Trophy designed by the INTL team and collaborators.
  • Featured in the International Poster Exhibition in Glasgow and online via the Olympia Gallery.
  • Publication in the International Poster Book (approx. 180 posters annually).
  • Exposure through Poster World app and INTL social media channels (100,000+ followers).
  • Invitation to the International Assembly festival in Glasgow, including dinner, drinks, and event participation.
  • Expanded interview opportunity in the International Poster Book.
  • 1st place winners invited to join the jury for the following year.

Application Fee

£20 per poster entry (up to 8 posters per participant).

Application Requirements

  • Up to 8 poster submissions (static: JPG/PNG, max 2000px, <5MB; moving: GIF/MP4, max 1500px, <20MB, or Vimeo/YouTube link).
  • Accurate submission details, including all contributing designers.
  • Optional artist statements or project descriptions to accompany work.

How to Apply

Online Application

Key Dates

  • Competition Opens: 17 November 2025
  • Competition Closes: 1 June 2026 (midnight BST)
  • Jury Review: 1–27 June 2026
  • Selected Entries Announced: 20 July 2026 (estimated)
  • International Poster Book Available for Pre-Order: 16 September 2026
  • Physical Exhibition at International Assembly, Glasgow: 12 November 2026

Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Additional Details

  • Submissions should emphasize conceptual depth, originality, and visual innovation.
  • Posters will be reviewed in four rounds, with the final selection curated for exhibitions, the book, and the app.
  • Both static and animated works are eligible.
  • Winners gain international recognition and professional networking opportunities.

Website Link: https://intl.international/posters/