Competition Overview

Banco Comercial de Macau (BCM) is launching a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Uniform Design Competition to promote the local creative industry. This initiative provides a platform for Macau students, young designers, and related professionals to showcase their talents. Participants are invited to design a series of uniforms that express BCM's CSR philosophy, intended for use as the primary attire for future outdoor activities.

Concept

As a member of the Dah Sing Financial Group in Hong Kong, BCM is committed to upholding the Group's corporate governance principles and fulfilling its CSR obligations in Macau. The bank actively promotes social responsibility values throughout its operations and regularly participates in or organizes various public welfare and CSR activities. The Dah Sing Financial Group believes that while pursuing commercial success, business operations must not deviate from ethical values and the social responsibility to respect people, communities, and the natural environment.

Objectives

Through this design competition, BCM aims to contribute to the development of the local creative industry while actively promoting and advocating for corporate social responsibility.

Eligibility

• Must hold a Macau Resident Identity Card.
• Must be 15 years of age or older.

Submission Specifications & Requirements

1. The CSR uniform series must include: a short-sleeved T-shirt, a long-sleeved hooded jacket, and a baseball cap.
2. The design theme must be based on BCM's CSR image.
3. The uniform design should be unisex and consider the bank's production requirements and practicality.
4. The T-shirt must be a short-sleeved polo shirt style.
5. Avoid using the BCM logo as a design element, but it must be printed in an appropriate location.
6. Designs must be created using computer graphics software. Participants must submit front and back design drawings for the uniform series. Use no more than 4 colors.
7. Download the competition application form from the BCM website (www.bcm.com.mo) and clearly state the design concept (within 100 words).
8. No external decorations may be added to the submitted work to enhance visual effects.

Judging Criteria

Entries will be judged based on originality, theme relevance, design quality, production cost, and other relevant aspects.

Important Notes for Participants

1. All submitted designs must be original creations by the individual/team and must not plagiarize others' work.
2. There is no limit to the number of entries per individual/team. However, the Champion, 1st Runner-up, and 2nd Runner-up awards cannot be won by the same author. Each winner/team can receive a maximum of one award.
3. The organizer will unconditionally own the copyright and usage rights of the winning entries and may reproduce the works for any purpose without paying any fees to the participants.
4. Participants who violate the competition rules may be disqualified or held legally liable.
5. BCM reserves the right to modify the event details and interpret the content at any time. The bank's decision on the competition results is final.
6. BCM staff are not eligible to participate.

Prizes & Awards

The competition awards three prizes:

• Champion: MOP 5,000 and a trophy.
• 1st Runner-up: MOP 2,000 and a trophy.
• 2nd Runner-up: MOP 1,000 and a trophy.

Note: If a winner is under 18, the prize money will be collected by their guardian.

How to Enter & Submit

1. Participants must complete the application form and provide their design concept.
2. The application form can be downloaded from the BCM website. After completion, submit it along with the entry (JPG and AI files on a CD) to any BCM branch.

Submission Deadline

Date: May 7, 2021 (by 5:30 PM)