Here’s who scooped the ACPME awards at The Chesford Grange and galleries of their fantastic entries

Service of the Year – Sponsored by Konica minolta

Winner
THE University oF SHEFFIELD

The judges said: “Real positive change evident. Proactive and collaborative approach. Took on a brand refresh internally to prove themselves and to reposition the team. They created a strong visual identity for the Print & Creative Service. A detailed submission including impact, savings and improvements.”

Highly-commended
Loughborough University 

The judges said: “Restructure brought greater collaboration, clearer progression, practical improvements and savings. A range of initiatives – small and large – improved processes efficiently.”

Best In-House Design – SPONSORED BY EFI/EPS

Winner
THE University OF SHEFFIELD
Performance venues brand refresh

The judges enjoyed seeing before and after and the evolution. Energetic, strong use of colour, versatile and impactful. Appeal to target audience, adaptable and inclusive. The design works well in large format and digital. Congratulations.

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Highly-commended
LOUGHBOROUGH University
BUSINESS SCHOOL BRANDING

Judges were impressed with versatile brand development. They enjoyed seeing the process, the research, the progress wheel, the shapes and their diverse application.

 

Best In-House Photography – Sponsored by XL DISPLAYS

Winner
University of BATH
UNDERGRADUATE & POSTGRADUATE PHOTOGRAPHY

The judges commented: “This body of work shows technical excellence with visual impact. Evidence of consideration of practicality of usage and future application of the imagery. Collaborative working with their design team to achieve an effective outcome.”

Highly-commended
University of GLASGOW

COLLABORATIVE TEAM PROFILES

Judges said: “A series of constantly high quality images – multiple subjects captured in a broad range of locations and situations.” 

Best In-House Printed Product – Sponsored by DUPLO INTERNATIONAL

Winner
University of Leicester
OFFER HOLDER’S PACKS

The judges were extremely impressed with the packs. Bold and sustainable holding envelope, personalised printing, detailed data merge. The brief was exceeded – students would be proud to receive this pack. Key information is delivered with personality and at a high standard. The award entry was detailed including a presentation book.

Highly-commended
SHFFIELD HALLAM University
PRINTSHOP BOX

The judges said: “An innovative way to answer the brief. Collaborative approach working with students as designers. Different techniques including foil, die cut and a bespoke box.”

Best In-House Wide Format – Sponsored ANTALIS UK

Winner
University of Leicester
CAMPUS DRESSING

The judges said: “We were impressed by the scale and range of materials and how the team overcame the installation challenges. The design was influenced by the space and the theme – for example the forensics door in the School of Criminology. Bold, visually impactful and consistent. Also a strong award entry presentation offering sufficient detail.”

Highly-commended
University of Sheffield
CREATIVE SERVICES RECEPTION

Judges benefitted from seeing before and after results. Really transformative. Excellent variation in materials. An impactful design across the ceiling, glass and floor. The design brought the reception to life.

Best In-House Online Production – Sponsored by XEROX UK

Winner
LOUGHBOROUGH University
POWERBASE 2 PROMOTION 

The judges commented: “Wow!

Impactful. Prefect for target audience. Exciting, powerful and immersive. We were impressed by the team challenging themselves with the effective use of drones.”

Highly-commended
THE University OF SHEFFIELD
DATA WAREHOUSE

The judges said: “A challenging brief which was successfully delivered in-line with client’s visual identity and which exceeded expectations.”

Best In-House SUSTAINABILITY – Sponsored by RICOH UK

Winner
LOUGHBOROUGH University
PRINT, POST & LOGISTICS

The judges were impressed by: 
“26 commitments. Clear and detailed action points. Clear monitoring, targets and results. The team playing a key role in overall university strategy.”

Highly-commended
THE University OF SHEFFIELD
GREEN IMPACT TEAM

The judges said: “Small things making a big difference. Good use of repurposing materials for the wild flower garden. Improved wellbeing of staff and students.”

independent judges deliberating at the University of Leicester

Mandy Woodcock, BPIF
Carys McInnes, Creative Triangle
Stewart Jackson, BIPP

Ensure your team’s name is in the limelight in 2024

Save your best design, print and photography work, along with innovations and service developments for the next ACPME Awards.

The ACPME Creative & Print Awards are an excellent opportunity for you to promote the work of your team, showcase your creativity, your best printed work, any innovations you have implemented and to tell us just how amazing your service and team are.

The awards will not only recognise your team’s achievements but will help to raise the profile of your service within your institution.

THANKS TO OUR GENEROUS 2023 ACPME AWARDS SPONSORS

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