About this template
The Contest Entry Submission form is designed to simplify the intake process for creative competitions, talent shows, and art exhibitions. Instead of managing scattered emails and disorganized attachments, this template provides a centralized hub for participants to submit their personal details, project descriptions, and media files in one professional workflow.
By using this template, organizers can ensure that every entry includes the necessary metadata—such as the artist's name, age, and a detailed description of their work—alongside the actual file. This structure makes it significantly easier to review, categorize, and archive submissions, allowing you to focus on the judging process rather than administrative data entry.
Key features
- Collect participant contact information and age verification.
- Gather detailed descriptions and titles for every submission.
- Request file links for high-resolution images or video entries.
- Standardized format ensures consistent data for all judges.
- Easy to share via email, social media, or your contest landing page.
Use cases
- Digital art and photography competitions.
- Student talent shows and creative writing contests.
- Corporate design challenges or innovation awards.
- Audition submissions for local theater or music groups.
What this form collects
- Full Name (Short answer)Enter your legal first and last name.
- Email Address (Short answer)We will use this to contact you regarding your entry status.
- Age (Short answer)Please enter your age as of the date of submission.
- Artwork/Entry Title (Short answer)Give your submission a creative title.
- Description of Work (Paragraph)Provide a brief explanation of your entry, the inspiration behind it, or the techniques used.
- Submission Link (Paragraph)Please paste a link to your file (Google Drive, Dropbox, etc.) or describe the document you wish to attach.
- Terms and Conditions (Multiple choice)By checking this box, you confirm that you own the rights to this submission and agree to the contest rules.
FAQ
How do I handle large file uploads?
Since Google Forms has specific file size limits, the best practice is to ask participants to upload their files to Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive and paste the shareable link into the form.
Can I customize the questions for different types of contests?
Absolutely. Once you copy this template to your Google Drive, you can add, remove, or modify any questions to fit the specific requirements of your competition.
Is this form suitable for minors?
Yes, you can easily add a section for parental consent or guardian contact information to ensure compliance with your specific contest rules.
How do I view the entries?
All responses are automatically collected in a linked Google Sheet, allowing you to easily sort, filter, and share the entries with your judging panel.
Get this form in your Google Drive
Save a copy to your Google Drive with one click (uses 1 credit). Or build from a PDF or description in the app.