Graphics Design  ·  Level 6
Advertising Design
Chapter 9: Design digital advertisement
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Chapter Practical Activities

Practical 1: Create a digital advertisement layout for a promotional campaign

Graphics Design · Level 6
Advertising Design
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Create a digital advertisement layout sized 1080mm width x 1920mm height for an online promotional campaign using design software.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Desktop computer with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator installedA4 cartridge paper
Internet connectivityColored pencils
RulerHB pencils
Set squareEraser
NT cutterGlue stick
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Desktop computer with Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator installed1 Pc per Candidate
2Internet connectivity1 Connection per Candidate
3A4 cartridge paper6 Pcs per Candidate
4Colored pencils1 Set per Candidate
5HB pencils1 Set per Candidate
6Eraser1 Pc per Candidate
7Ruler1 Pc per Candidate
8Set square1 Pc per Candidate
9Glue stick1 Pc per Candidate
10NT cutter1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare working area and select tools
Prepared a clean and organized working area as per requirements
(Award 2 marks for correct preparation, 0 otherwise)
2
Selected appropriate tools and materials relevant to the digital advertisement task
(Award 2 marks for correct selection, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 2: Sketch initial artwork ideas manually
Produced manual sketches showing positioning of typeface, images, and symbols
(Award 2 marks for clear, relevant sketches, 0 otherwise)
2
Included dimensions and spacing in sketches
(Award 2 marks for accurate dimensions and spacing, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 3: Develop a moodboard
Suggested elements that demonstrate visual cohesion, typography relevance, creativity, and originality
(Award 2 marks if all suggested elements meet criteria, 0 otherwise)
2
Selected a colour palette showing symbolism, harmony, and intended mood
(Award 2 marks if colour palette is appropriate, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 4: Layout and organization of digital advertisement
Organized layout with logical flow and clear structure
(Award 2 marks for well-organized layout, 0 otherwise)
2
Laid out composition demonstrating dominance, balance, alignment, and hierarchy
(Award 2 marks for each criterion met, total 4 marks)
4
Sub-Total6
TASK 5: Suggest typestyles, photographs/illustrations, and colour schemes
Suggested typestyles suitable for the advertisement
(Award 1 mark per suitable typestyle, max 2 marks)
2
Suggested photographs or illustrations with suitability and accuracy
(Award 2 marks if suggestions are appropriate, 0 otherwise)
2
Suggested colour schemes with high contrast and harmony
(Award 2 marks if colour schemes meet criteria, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total6
TASK 6: Final submission of artworks
Submitted a labelled folder containing all required materials
(Award 1 mark if folder is complete and labelled, 0 otherwise)
1
Converted all digital designs to PDF format
(Award 1 mark if all files are converted, 0 otherwise)
1
Included hand-done sketches
(Award 1 mark if sketches included, 0 otherwise)
1
Included digital moodboard
(Award 1 mark if digital moodboard included, 0 otherwise)
1
Included billboard concept and mock-up concept
(Award 2 marks if both concepts included, 0 otherwise)
2
All designs submitted in appropriate digital formats
(Award 1 mark if formats are correct, 0 otherwise)
1
Sub-Total7
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Final digital advertisement layout measures exactly 1080mm width x 1920mm height
(Award 2 marks if dimensions are correct, 0 otherwise)
2
Layout demonstrates visual cohesion and logical organization
(Award 2 marks if layout is cohesive and organized, 0 otherwise)
2
Typography is clear, legible, and appropriate for the advertisement
(Award 2 marks if typography is suitable, 0 otherwise)
2
Colour palette is harmonious and reflects intended mood
(Award 2 marks if colour palette is appropriate, 0 otherwise)
2
Images and illustrations are relevant and accurately placed
(Award 2 marks if images suit the design and placement, 0 otherwise)
2
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL41
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)

Practical 2: Apply Typography to a Digital Advertisement Design

Graphics Design · Level 6
Advertising Design
PRACTICAL ASSESSMENT
TIME: 4 HOURS
⬇ PDFCandidate Instructions (Candidate Tool)

Type: Individual

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATE:
1.  You are required to perform the following task:
i.  Design a digital advertisement banner 1080mm wide by 1920mm high applying appropriate typography styles for a Kenyan mobile money app as per the provided brief.
2.  You have been provided with the following resources for the practical task:
Tools & EquipmentMaterials
Desktop computer with graphic design software (Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop)A4 cartridge paper
Internet connectivityColored pencils
RulerHB pencils
Set squareEraser
NT cutterGlue stick
⬇ PDFResources Required (Cutting List)
S/NItemQuantity
1Desktop computer with graphic design software (Adobe Illustrator or Photoshop)1 Pc per Candidate
2Internet connectivity1 Connection per Candidate
3A4 cartridge paper6 Pcs per Candidate
4Colored pencils1 Set per Candidate
5HB pencils1 Set per Candidate
6Eraser1 Pc per Candidate
7Ruler1 Pc per Candidate
8Set square1 Pc per Candidate
9Glue stick1 Pc per Candidate
10NT cutter1 Pc per Candidate
⬇ PDFAssessor Guide
Items to be EvaluatedMarks AvailableMarks ObtainedComments
TASK 1: Prepare Working Area and Tools
Prepared a clean and organized working area as per requirements
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Selected appropriate digital and manual tools as per the brief
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 2: Sketch Typography Ideas Manually
Manually sketched at least three different typography styles for the digital ad
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Positioned text elements considering hierarchy, spacing, and alignment
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Sub-Total4
TASK 3: Develop Digital Advertisement Typography
Applied appropriate typefaces suitable for the mobile money app theme
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Used text styles (bold, italic, size variations) to enhance readability and emphasis
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Ensured visual cohesion and relevance of typography to the brief
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Sub-Total6
TASK 4: Finalize and Submit Digital Advertisement
Created a labelled folder containing all digital files
(Award 1 mark or 0)
1
Converted final artwork to PDF format
(Award 1 mark or 0)
1
Included hand-done sketches and digital mood board
(Award 1 mark or 0)
1
Submitted a digital mock-up of the advertisement banner
(Award 1 mark or 0)
1
Sub-Total4
PRODUCT CHECKLIST
Final digital advertisement banner measures 1080mm width by 1920mm height
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Typography styles applied are suitable and consistent with the brief
(Award 3 marks or 0)
3
Text elements demonstrate good hierarchy, alignment, and spacing
(Award 3 marks or 0)
3
Final design shows creativity and originality in typography application
(Award 2 marks or 0)
2
Sub-Total10
GRAND TOTAL28
ASSESSMENT OUTCOME:   ☐ Competent    ☐ Not Yet Competent (competent if at least 50%)
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