Place Name: First Place Contestant Name: Decorah - Leader Entry Title: Ad Designer - Kayla Thompson - Decorah Leader Entry Credit: Kayla Thompson Judge Comment: Stood out even if the competition was close. Great use of fonts, color, and images, but most importantly putting them all together in a readable and eye-catching layout. I am positive this designer gets requested by customers.
Place Name: Second Place Contestant Name: Waverly Newspapers Entry Title: Carrie Wright Best Ad Designer Entry Credit: Carrie Wright Judge Comment: It was difficult to put this designer second. I loved all the ads. Exceptional job. Loved your varied styles. You are clearly talented.
Place Name: Third Place Contestant Name: Sheldon - The N'West Iowa REVIEW Entry Title: Elizabeth Myers Entry Credit: Elizabeth Myers Judge Comment: This was tough. In many states you would have won. Clean designs and easy to read ads that pop off the page.