International Jury
Built to reflect the breadth of contemporary illustration, the MUSE jury brings together global perspectives, multidisciplinary expertise, and independent professional evaluation.
Global Worldwide Perspectives
Multidisciplinary Creative Expertise
Independent Professional Evaluation
Expertise Applied with Purpose
Jurors contribute their professional judgment and creative expertise within the official MUSE evaluation framework. Their role includes:
Evaluating Eligible Entries
Reviewing assigned work according to the official judging criteria and competition framework.
Considering Creative Context
Assessing work in relation to its intended purpose, audience, application, category, and creative context.
Contributing Independent Perspective
Bringing professional experience and individual expertise to the evaluation of contemporary illustration.
Supporting Meaningful Recognition
Helping identify work that demonstrates exceptional creativity, originality, artistic execution, communication, and relevance.
Supporting a Credible Evaluation Process
The MUSE Illustration Awards is committed to supporting a professional jury process guided by fairness, independence, and integrity.
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Entries are assessed independently using the official judging criteria.
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Entries are evaluated fairly, with safeguards to prevent conflicts of interest from influencing results.
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Non-public entry materials and judging information are handled confidentially.
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Entry fees and purchases do not guarantee recognition.
Bring Your Perspective to MUSE
The MUSE Illustration Awards welcomes expressions of interest from experienced professionals across illustration and related creative fields who wish to contribute their expertise to the recognition of outstanding work.
Potential jurors may include experienced:
Jury participation is subject to review, official appointment, professional eligibility, competition requirements, availability, and applicable policies.
Who serves on the MUSE Illustration Awards jury?
The international jury includes experienced professionals across illustration, art direction, publishing, design, animation, visual communication, advertising, entertainment, education, and related creative fields.
How are jurors selected?
Jurors are selected based on relevant professional experience, creative expertise, industry knowledge, and their ability to contribute informed perspectives to the evaluation process.
Are jurors from different countries?
The MUSE Illustration Awards seeks to bring together professionals from diverse countries, regions, industries, and creative backgrounds to support a broad international perspective.
Do all jurors evaluate every entry?
No. Entries may be assigned to jurors according to the competition’s evaluation process, relevant expertise, category requirements, and jury administration framework.
Can jurors evaluate work they were involved with?
Jurors should not evaluate entries where a direct professional, personal, financial, or other material conflict of interest may compromise impartiality. Where a conflict is identified, the affected juror may be recused from evaluating the relevant entry.
Are jury evaluations confidential?
Non-public entry materials, jury evaluations, and competition processes are treated in accordance with applicable competition policies and confidentiality requirements.
Can I apply to become a MUSE juror?
Yes. Experienced professionals in illustration and related creative fields may express interest in future jury participation. Applications are subject to review and do not guarantee appointment.
Where can I view the official judging criteria?
The official judging criteria, evaluation process, award levels, and score thresholds are available on the MUSE Illustration Awards Judging Page.
2027 CALL FOR ENTRIES
The MUSE Illustration Awards brings together creative expertise from across disciplines, industries, and regions to recognize outstanding illustration and visual storytelling.
Meet the professionals behind the evaluation, explore the official judging process, and present your work for international recognition.
Your Vision. Your Voice. Your MUSE.