GDC is the first large-scale comprehensive design campaign in China towards the globe since year 1992， held every two years. It was founded by Shenzhen Graphic Design Association (SGDA) as a predecessor as Graphic Design in China. This campaign has become the most influential with highest quality and the most authoritative and impartial design festival in Chinese region.
GDC Award 2025 jury panel will consist of 13 professionals with global influences. They will evaluate all eligible works on-site and select award-winning ones. The selection process will be fully subject to the jury panel to reach the most authoritative judgment.
Pentagram
New York · USA
Dan Solbach Studio
Switzerland / Germany
A Black Cover Design
Beijing · China
Han Jiaying Design
Shenzhen · China
Day Day Up Design Consultancy
Zhongshan · China
Jin & Park Art Collective
Seoul · South Korea
Everyday Practice
Seoul · South Korea
PORTO ROCHA
New York · USA
Pentagram
London · UK
MINA TABEI Co., Ltd
Tokyo · Japan
Studio Nejc Prah
Slovenia / USA
HAYASHI DESIGN
Tokyo · Japan
84000 Communications
Hong Kong · China
Early Bird Period
June 7 to July 7, 2025
Regular Entry Period
July 8 to September 15, 2025
Final Entry Period
September 16 to October 8, 2025
Deadline
October 8, 2025, at 24:00 (UTC+8)
Finalist Announcement
November 3 to 5, 2025
GDC Award Forum
December 5 to 6, 2025
GDC Award Gala Ceremony
December 6, 2025
GDC Gold Award Winners Forum
December 7, 2025
1.Register for a GDC Account
2.Create Entry Category Online
3.Payment and Print List of Entries and Labels
4.Entry Delivery
