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new logo for sports handicapping service
a logo project by puravida

puravida has picked a winning logo design

For $600 they received 81 design concepts from 30 designers!

  • Award 1
    jimfeist01 by Logoist

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crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 9-Jul-08 1:44 p.m. GMT

Dellustrations: Thanks for the support. I think paying the top 5 designers will really go a long way, with no impact to CrowdSPRING revenue. For the buyer, this gives them 5 designs to choose from that could potentially be further refined to get the results they need (should they decide to show interest all of a sudden). Can anybody not ... (more)
Dellustrations: Thanks for the support. I think paying the top 5 designers will really go a long way, with no impact to CrowdSPRING revenue. For the buyer, this gives them 5 designs to choose from that could potentially be further refined to get the results they need (should they decide to show interest all of a sudden). Can anybody not see this win-win-win mechanism in work?

Puravida: You should have asked for an extension. For a $600 prize, I think the staff at CrowdSPRING would be more than willing to accommodate to allow you and designers to get you the design you want.

CrowdSPRING staff: To give you an idea of my usage of this website, 90% of my work is being designed for the "other" website, despite all their well known problems. And my ratio of submissions to payout is much higher as well. (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 8-Jul-08 3:10 p.m. GMT

I think for ANY project, there has been too much of delay, I say it from client (Buyers), and Crowdspring Staff. The question I have is: What is the point of having a project you can't compete, or receive money for, or even choose from. In my opinion Buyers are to give full freedom to ANY designer, to come up ... (more)
I think for ANY project, there has been too much of delay, I say it from client (Buyers), and Crowdspring Staff. The question I have is: What is the point of having a project you can't compete, or receive money for, or even choose from. In my opinion Buyers are to give full freedom to ANY designer, to come up with ANY visual design, whatever that might be, according to the brief and CHOOSE from them at last. I keep receiving emails from Crowdspring staff, and thinking, this might be important, but no, it is just comments after comments of people being impatient, or buyers NOT being satisfied with the outcome. I'm surprised because these visuals ARE AMAZING. Some of the designers PUT TIME into them, and I say this by experience. I have a great portfolio that it took time to build that up.

I came here, and became a member, I took the time to enter into a few projects, but the only email I get is in regards to either a delay from buyer, and delay from Crowdspring Staff, and I'm really unhappy with this whole process.
There must be a way of better comunication, and i'm sorry to say, but the only ones making money to my eyes is the Crowdspring staff.

Again, I am really unhappy with this experience. Freelancers often need cash, quick pocket change to survive, and EVEN with great portfolio you cannot rely on this site, unfortunately.

I do agree with "innershell" the first 5 designers should get a chunk of the total amount of the project prize, it ONLY makes sense. People have great work here and NOT being rewarded for, its a bit of a huge turn off, specially for freelancers.

I would rather not have an account here anymore.
Buyers are unhappy, Freelancers don't get rewarded, and Crowdspring ends up with the money, I'm sorry but this is just not a good combination. (less)
crowdSPRING buyer
Project Comment 8-Jul-08 2:47 p.m. GMT

hey all - i understand that crowdspring is a new service and some of the nuances are being worked out... i had extensive discussions with them to explain how they might improve some of the problems which came up on this project. at the end of the day the client ended up not picking any of the submissions for this ... (more)
hey all - i understand that crowdspring is a new service and some of the nuances are being worked out... i had extensive discussions with them to explain how they might improve some of the problems which came up on this project. at the end of the day the client ended up not picking any of the submissions for this project. logoists submission came the closest to being a viable candidate so his win is acceptable ... at the end of the day, im out 600 and ended up doing the work to match the brief... (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 8-Jul-08 1:58 p.m. GMT

I agree. I think the prize should be awarded to the top 5 designers. It kinda keeps the machine greased and going sort of thing. For the contest holder, if you paid $600 for a private agency to design a logo for you, you'd be lucky to get 10 designs. I think this is fair. There are other sites that ... (more)
I agree. I think the prize should be awarded to the top 5 designers. It kinda keeps the machine greased and going sort of thing.

For the contest holder, if you paid $600 for a private agency to design a logo for you, you'd be lucky to get 10 designs. I think this is fair. There are other sites that operate on a different paradigm that is better suited to your need. Buyer beware though. (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 8-Jul-08 5:52 a.m. GMT

i hope crowdspring chosen multiple winner.at least 5 designer if find like this case
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 8-Jul-08 2:16 a.m. GMT

Why not, in these situations, split the prize money amongst the higher rated submissions? Honestly, I feel cheated that mine was ranked by the buyer as high as the winning one and I get awarded nothing. Logoist, your logo is good, however, I feel it's no stronger than mine or others for that matter. but nonetheless, congratulations.
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 8-Jul-08 12:03 a.m. GMT

Congrats Logoist. I think you logo rulez!
crowdSPRING admin
Project Comment 7-Jul-08 11:55 p.m. GMT

We require, for all projects, that buyers escrow funds with us prior to posting their project to make sure that the funds are in place and to protect creatives in a situation where the buyer "abandons" the project. Unfortunately, this happened in this project. We made efforts on at least five separate occasions over a period of weeks to communicate ... (more)
We require, for all projects, that buyers escrow funds with us prior to posting their project to make sure that the funds are in place and to protect creatives in a situation where the buyer "abandons" the project. Unfortunately, this happened in this project. We made efforts on at least five separate occasions over a period of weeks to communicate with the buyer to request them to make a selection - the buyer has not. Per our rules, a panel at crowdSPRING reviewed the entries and selected the winning designer. Although we realize that it would have been best if the buyer made the selection, we hope that this is a reasonable outcome. Thanks so much for your understanding and patience with this process. (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 7-Jul-08 8:07 p.m. GMT

What puravida is saying in not-so-many words is since he didn't think any of the designs was good enough to win, nobody should get the money. There are many sites which focus too much on protecting the buyers, designers are left with little protection against theft and little assurance that the prize they are competing for actually exists. I like ... (more)
What puravida is saying in not-so-many words is since he didn't think any of the designs was good enough to win, nobody should get the money.

There are many sites which focus too much on protecting the buyers, designers are left with little protection against theft and little assurance that the prize they are competing for actually exists. I like this site a lot, the steps they've taken to even the playing field and ensure everyone is happy are phenomenal.

If a contest has more than 25 entries, a winner has to be chosen, too much time was invested at that point for someone not to be awarded. Pura, at that point you should've made it a point to provide more feedback to improve the nature of the submissions you were getting. I'm sorry you didn't feel anyones work was worth the prize and I wish you the best of luck on your project. (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 7-Jul-08 2:49 p.m. GMT

So ...you think paid for people who work on your project is unfair? letme undertand clearly becouse i'm not an english native speaker
crowdSPRING buyer
Project Comment 7-Jul-08 12:09 p.m. GMT

At the end of the day none of the submissions ended being used on this project - Awarding the project to one of the non-winning submissions over another I think would be unfair - while I like the idea of the crowdspring service I think the system has flaws that if not corrected may prevent it from becoming a real ... (more)
At the end of the day none of the submissions ended being used on this project - Awarding the project to one of the non-winning submissions over another I think would be unfair - while I like the idea of the crowdspring service I think the system has flaws that if not corrected may prevent it from becoming a real channel for connecting those with creative needs and designers. (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 6-Jul-08 11:57 a.m. GMT

So whats up with the CH?
Fake competions here too?
Thought this place would be better then others.

Regards
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 3-Jul-08 1:46 p.m. GMT

vvv As crowdSPRING mentioned 2 days ago, the buyer must select a winning entry by end of day today. It's not that time yet, so we will have to be patient.
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 2-Jul-08 8:52 p.m. GMT

Wonder whats going on here... ?
crowdSPRING admin
Project Comment 1-Jul-08 3:02 a.m. GMT

We contacted the buyer today and asked them to select the winning entry by close of business July 3 (5 pm Central time, USA, which is GMT -5). As we've previously said, some buyers need a little extra time to make a choice. (We request that buyers make a decision within seven days after their project ends. We require buyers ... (more)
We contacted the buyer today and asked them to select the winning entry by close of business July 3 (5 pm Central time, USA, which is GMT -5). As we've previously said, some buyers need a little extra time to make a choice. (We request that buyers make a decision within seven days after their project ends. We require buyers to escrow funds so that we do not run into a situation where a buyer simply abandons a project). We very much hope the buyer picks an entry - there are some outstanding entries in this project. However, in the event we don't hear from the buyer, a panel at crowdSPRING will make the decision and someone WILL receive the award. We do appreciate everyone's patience and understanding throughout this process. (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 27-Jun-08 7:55 p.m. GMT

I guess it's safe to assume a winner will not be chosen :o
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 13-Jun-08 11:56 p.m. GMT

Good things come to those who wait.

Hopefully they come to me, I'd like to help with the website design ;)
crowdSPRING admin
Project Comment 13-Jun-08 2:19 p.m. GMT

We ask buyers to select the winning design(s) within seven days after the project ends. Most buyers know what they like right away, and will choose quickly. Some need a bit more time. And we stay in constant touch with all buyers during that time - sending them reminders, etc. Only a few days have passed since this project ended. ... (more)
We ask buyers to select the winning design(s) within seven days after the project ends. Most buyers know what they like right away, and will choose quickly. Some need a bit more time. And we stay in constant touch with all buyers during that time - sending them reminders, etc. Only a few days have passed since this project ended. So a little patience, fullmental... (less)
crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 12-Jun-08 3:37 p.m. GMT

what's up here? when the proyect be awared?
crowdSPRING creative
Entry 11-Jun-08 1:06 a.m. GMT

Disclosure: Everything in my entry is my original work. I understand that if I use stock art, my account will be immediately and permanently removed. (?)
crowdSPRING creative
Entry 11-Jun-08 12:47 a.m. GMT

Disclosure: Everything in my entry is my original work. I understand that if I use stock art, my account will be immediately and permanently removed. (?)
crowdSPRING creative
Entry 11-Jun-08 midnight GMT

Disclosure: Everything in my entry is my original work. I understand that if I use stock art, my account will be immediately and permanently removed. (?)
crowdSPRING buyer
Entry Score 10-Jun-08 11:15 p.m. GMT

The buyer scored entry #72 by Logoist a 4.
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crowdSPRING creative
Project Comment 10-Jun-08 11:14 p.m. GMT

onesummer: on you black/chrome version, you should probablymake the flags gold... just a suggestion.
crowdSPRING creative
Entry 10-Jun-08 10:20 p.m. GMT

Disclosure: Everything in my entry is my original work. I understand that if I use stock art, my account will be immediately and permanently removed. (?)
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