Guide for Judging Presentations


Judges are asked to evaluate and score the presentation in each of the following categories:

Introduction & Ending

• How effective the opening and closing slide are in terms of titles, maps, graphics, etc.
• How well they lead into the main theme and how well they close out the set at the end
• Transitional slides within the set, if used, should also be considered here

Sequencing

• Mixing of styles
• Order and timing of images on the screen
• Appropriate select of images for illustrating the topic
• How well they interpret the theme

Photography

• The quality of the images in terms of:
- Composition
- Artistic merit
- Impact

• Technical quality:
- How well the photographer has used his/her equipment
- Focus
- Exposure
- Depth of field
- Lighting

Slide cleanliness and lack of projection problems are also important

Audio Presentation

• If commentary is included, consider the narrative style including:
- Choice of words
- Smoothness of presentation
• Intonation (expression, delivery, clarity of voice)
• Unity of thought
• Evaluate choice of music and sound effects if used

Overall Impact
• Evaluate the set as a whole


Each category is judged out of 10 which gives you a grand total out of 50.

To view the judging sheet, click here.