Develop a design for the standard plate. The design must promote the quality of life in South Carolina. Specifications will be posted at http://www.sc.gov/. Designs can be submitted at the same Web site.

All submissions become state property and may be used for promotional purposes.

CAN I SUBMIT MORE THAN ONE DESIGN?

Yes. There is no limit to the number of designs an individual can submit, as long as all designs meet the required specifications and are submitted separately.

WHEN DO I NEED TO SUBMIT MY DESIGN?

Designs can be submitted from Nov. 1 through Jan. 31. Designs submitted late will be ineligible for consideration.

HOW WILL A WINNER BE CHOSEN?

A panel of judges from state agencies and professional organizations will narrow the submissions to a list of three finalists, using the following criteria:

• Reflects a positive aspect of life in South Carolina

• Meets design and technical specifications

• Aesthetic quality (visually appealing)

• Promotes South Carolina as a destination for visitors

Finalists’ designs will be posted at http://www.sc.gov/. The public then will select the winner.

WHAT IS THE SCHEDULE?

Nov. 1

Begin submitting designs

Jan. 31

End of design period

April 30

Finalists’ design samples will be posted at http://www.sc.gov/

May 1-31

Public votes

July 1

Winner announced