Society for News Design

Society for News Design We are an international organization of designers, art directors, editors, reporters, illustrators, photographers, videographers, coders and data visualizers.

We invent, create, promote and teach the world’s best visual journalism. www.snd.org SND is an volunteer run organization. For the most prompt responses, please email us at [email protected] or [email protected] Monday through Friday from 9am-5pm Eastern Standard time.

The New York Times for Kids won an silver medal for “The Huge Issue” in Print-specific Platforms: Newspaper: Section (...
08/24/2026

The New York Times for Kids won an silver medal for “The Huge Issue” in Print-specific Platforms: Newspaper: Section (Print)

The judges described “The Huge Issue” as a delight and a very special design, praising its focused and structured approach that sticks tightly to its theme and has “all the right connected elements”. They found it impossible to look away from, highlighting the fun, playful cover and short headlines as particularly nice touches.
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You can find the full winning entry at https://airtable.com/app8n3TfYp3wHG3Ht/shriny3HcnbmkTlBr?3coMd=b%3AWzAsWyJqelR6aCIsNixbInNlbFl2Tk1qT2R3ckVYSlJDIl1dXQ&detail=eyJwYWdlSWQiOiJwYWdZY0lIY1FzTTRYWEkwWCIsInJvd0lkIjoicmVjS2FHUUVrRDA5Y2xiaU8iLCJzaG93Q29tbWVudHMiOmZhbHNlLCJxdWVyeU9yaWdpbkhpbnQiOnsidHlwZSI6InBhZ2VFbGVtZW50IiwiZWxlbWVudElkIjoicGVsUmU4RkdWM1hmNk45SjIiLCJxdWVyeUNvbnRhaW5lcklkIjoicGVscEpsRlVSUWRlM2NvTWQifX0
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Credits: Deb Bishop, design director; Fernanda Didini, senior designer; Mia Meredith, designer; Rory Walsh, Jessica Tang, Amy Kellner, photo editors

South China Morning Post won an bronze medal for “Washed ashore” in Story Page Design: Climate & Environment (Print)⁠⁠...
08/23/2026

South China Morning Post won an bronze medal for “Washed ashore” in Story Page Design: Climate & Environment (Print)⁠
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The judges described the piece as a beautiful, gorgeous way to convey that there are a lot of whales washing ashore. They praised its color, depth, emotion and the way the whale shapes and movements were handled. There was an exceptional level of attention to detail in making each icon or data point unique, and the visuals compelled the judges to continue reading.
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You can find the winning entry at https://airtable.com/app8n3TfYp3wHG3Ht/shriny3HcnbmkTlBr?detail=eyJwYWdlSWQiOiJwYWdZY0lIY1FzTTRYWEkwWCIsInJvd0lkIjoicmVjVVFoY1BRNnVEWnRTNmwiLCJzaG93Q29tbWVudHMiOmZhbHNlLCJxdWVyeU9yaWdpbkhpbnQiOnsidHlwZSI6InBhZ2VFbGVtZW50IiwiZWxlbWVudElkIjoicGVsUmU4RkdWM1hmNk45SjIiLCJxdWVyeUNvbnRhaW5lcklkIjoicGVscEpsRlVSUWRlM2NvTWQifX0&3coMd=b%3AWzAsWyJqelR6aCIsNixbInNlbFB4V2ZiSXFzNlViNTRuIl1dXQ
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Credit: Davies Christian Surya, designer

NRC MEDIA won an silver medal for “Elections Dutch parliament” in News Product: Branding Identity for Series, Section,...
08/22/2026

NRC MEDIA won an silver medal for “Elections Dutch parliament” in News Product: Branding Identity for Series, Section, Vertical or Product (Multiplatform)

The judges praised “Elections Dutch parliament” for its original photography and photo editing, which create a cohesive, stylish visual identity that goes beyond stock imagery and is especially evident in the “Interviews met lijsttrekkers” series carousel. They were impressed by the consistent design across platforms, the dynamic use of motion that feels like a “living headshot,” and the engaging storytelling, which feels alive, not templated, and “much more exciting than we are used to in politics.” The judges also noted how effectively the branding carries through every touchpoint, with thoughtful use of each platform enhancing the overall experience.
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You can find the full winning entry at https://airtable.com/app8n3TfYp3wHG3Ht/shriny3HcnbmkTlBr?3coMd=b%3AWzAsWyJqelR6aCIsNixbInNlbFl2Tk1qT2R3ckVYSlJDIl1dXQ&detail=eyJwYWdlSWQiOiJwYWdZY0lIY1FzTTRYWEkwWCIsInJvd0lkIjoicmVjZDJMN1RLWGpUaUlBS1UiLCJzaG93Q29tbWVudHMiOmZhbHNlLCJxdWVyeU9yaWdpbkhpbnQiOnsidHlwZSI6InBhZ2VFbGVtZW50IiwiZWxlbWVudElkIjoicGVsUmU4RkdWM1hmNk45SjIiLCJxdWVyeUNvbnRhaW5lcklkIjoicGVscEpsRlVSUWRlM2NvTWQifX0
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Credits: Anne-Marije Vendeville, art dircetion; Yannick Mortier, concept design; Lars Zuidweg, Editorial Design; staff

Students at CalPoly were deep into reporting on how feelings of isolation and discrimination among students of color at ...
08/21/2026

Students at CalPoly were deep into reporting on how feelings of isolation and discrimination among students of color at their school has remained unchanged over the last 30 years when they applied to join the SND Challenge.

Leila Touati, Archana Pisupati, Carly Heltzel, Grace Gillio and Anika Loganathan integrated ambitious data visualizations within their final 5,000-word story that published as a part of the 2026 Challenge.

You can find their full project and learn about how to get involved in the 2027 Challenge at https://snd.org/snd-challenge/

08/20/2026

The Washington Post won an silver medal for “Try this joyful 7‑minute workout you can do with kids” in Use of Multimedia and Design Elements: Use of Animation (Digital)

The judges praised the project as an impressive piece of work for a newspaper to publish, highlighting its beautiful animation, professionalism, and clear audience focus. They said it was easy to follow, educational, quick to the point, and genuinely useful in people’s everyday lives. The judges also admired the thoughtful details in the character movement and claymation-style visuals, describing it as polished, fun, and highly user-first in its design.
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You can find the winning entry at https://www.washingtonpost.com/wellness/interactive/2025/kid-family-workout-exercise/
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Credits: Chris Jordan, workout and audio narrator; Christa Jarrold, illustrator; Chelsea Conrad, designer and art director; Carson TerBush, designer and developer; Kat Rudell-Brooks, social designer; Yutao Chen, developer; Bishop Sand, audio producer; Luis Velarde, video producer; Jillian Banner, social video editor; Sarah Hashemi, video graphics; Christian Font, design editor; Chloe Meister, social design editor; Emily Codik, editor; Brian Gross, Design Director; Greg Manifold, Head of Visuals

The New York Times won an bronze medal for “TRUMP CAPS RETURN TO POWER, VOWING TO STOP A U.S. ‘DECLINE’” in Story Page...
08/19/2026

The New York Times won an bronze medal for “TRUMP CAPS RETURN TO POWER, VOWING TO STOP A U.S. ‘DECLINE’” in Story Page Design: Politics & Elections (Print)⁠
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The judges found this entry highly compelling and exactly the kind of work they were looking for, praising the unique breakdown of the crowd as an extremely informative and impactful way to communicate information differently. They also appreciated the considerable detail and tedious work that went into making the inside pages so successful.
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You can find the winning entry at https://airtable.com/app8n3TfYp3wHG3Ht/shriny3HcnbmkTlBr?detail=eyJwYWdlSWQiOiJwYWdZY0lIY1FzTTRYWEkwWCIsInJvd0lkIjoicmVjR2pIQTk4ZDJ2b0xuNjYiLCJzaG93Q29tbWVudHMiOmZhbHNlLCJxdWVyeU9yaWdpbkhpbnQiOnsidHlwZSI6InBhZ2VFbGVtZW50IiwiZWxlbWVudElkIjoicGVsUmU4RkdWM1hmNk45SjIiLCJxdWVyeUNvbnRhaW5lcklkIjoicGVscEpsRlVSUWRlM2NvTWQifX0&3coMd=b%3AWzAsWyJqelR6aCIsNixbInNlbFB4V2ZiSXFzNlViNTRuIl1dXQ
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Credit: Amy Kelsey, deputy design director; Beth Flynn, deputy editor photo; The New York Times Staff

08/18/2026

The Straits Times won an silver medal for “How hawker signboards tell the story of Singapore” in Use of Story Page Design: Local & Regional (Digital)
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“It’s a great local story, but it also resonates beyond local.” The judges praised creative elements like the scatterplot of signboards, the 3D rendering, and animation as enhancing clarity and engagement. The judges noted how the piece breaks down complex color palettes and visual chaos of the subject matter into something understandable.
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You can find the winning entry at https://www.straitstimes.com/multimedia/graphics/2025/09/singapore-hawker-signs/index.html
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Credits: Alyssa Mungcal, digital graphics designer; Charles Tampus, data visualisation developer; Cherie Lok, journalist; Lim Zu Ning, digital graphics designer; Nikita Pereira, digital graphics designer; Shannon Teoh, digital graphics designer; Tara Trang, digital graphics journalist intern

How can the SND Challenge help students starting their careers? We spoke with four members of the 2026 cohort who shared...
08/17/2026

How can the SND Challenge help students starting their careers? We spoke with four members of the 2026 cohort who shared their experience.
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Learn more about the free program and apply for the 2027 SND Challenge at https://snd.org/snd-challenge/

08/17/2026

The Washington Post won an silver medal for “In deadly D.C. plane crash, city lights may have played a role. See how.” in Use of Multimedia and Design Elements: Video Production (Digital)
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The judges described the work as state of the art, groundbreaking, and highly polished, noting its cutting-edge ex*****on and clarity as a fully self-contained video experience. They highlighted the effective use of timestamps, voiceover, colors, and a mix of video, graphics, and interviews to guide viewers through the recounting of events. They also praised the in-depth reporting, diversified sources, and overall effort as an admirable example of journalism designed to deeply engage audiences.
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You can find the winning entry at https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/interactive/2025/dca-crash-cause-lights/
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Credits: Andrew Ba Tran, data reporter; Imogen Piper, visual forensics reporter; John Farrell, video editor; Alex Horten, reporter; Brian Perlman, reporter; Tyler Remmel, senior designer; Christian Font, design editor; Brian Gross, deputy design director; Greg Manifold, head of visuals

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