Logo Creation Task
Purpose of the Competition: In 2026, the Book Center celebrates its 10th anniversary. On this occasion, NBU announces a competition for the development of a logo, which will also have an anniversary version.
Eligibility - the competition is open to the following:
- NBU students (all levels and programs);
- NBU faculty and staff;
- Individually or in creative teams.
Project Scope - Participants must present a concept in two directions:
- Development of a logo that fits harmoniously with the main university logo.
- Development of an anniversary logo on the occasion of the center's 10th anniversary
- Color palette and graphic elements (patterns, font combinations), specific to the anniversary.
Requirements and Guidelines
- Symbols: Based on the official university logo, whose symbol is the reading person.
- Feasibility: Projects must comply with the technological requirements for printing and production.
Format and submission
- First stage: PDF presentation (up to 10 slides), containing a concept, a visual proposal for a logo and an anniversary concept with a logo and mockups (visuals) of selected products.
- Second stage (finalists): Vector files (AI, SVG, EPS) and technical specification for production.
Sending address: mtimcheva@nbu.bg
Jury
The projects will be evaluated by a committee consisting of: Executive Director of NBU, Director of the Book Center and Director of the UPIZ "Graphic Design Laboratory".
Prize fund - NBU will award the best proposals with the following prizes:
- A one-time cash prize of 350 euros.
- Publicity: The names of the authors will be written on the labels/packaging of the realized products, and the project will be presented in a special exhibition.
Important deadlines
- March 9: Announcement of the competition.
- March 23: Deadline for submitting projects.
- March 27: Announcement of the winner.
For "Organizational Mechanics and Management of the Competition" visit the website of NBU - Center for the Book
Source: NBU - Center for the Book

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