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Plaque & Trophy Text Writing
Developing text for awards plaques or trophies is not difficult. Here are some basic guidelines.
The Recipient Name is Foremost
When an awards is being presented to an individual, the person's name, to whom the award is being presented, should be the focal point (largest wording) of the text. The individual's name is best positioned in the top half of the award.
Keep the Text Simple
Heading text, explaining why the award is presented.
Heading Examples
Appreciation Award
Distinguished Service Award
Past President
Honorary Member
If a heading is not appropriate, an organization logo, event / theme artwork, or individual's name becomes the heading |
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| Body of the Award |
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| The body copy of the award states the appropriate what, when, where, why or how of the honor being awarded. |
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| What |
What did the person do |
| When |
Date Of |
| Where |
Location of, or, for whom |
| Why |
Why did it happen |
| How |
How did it happen |
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| Most body copy will not answer all of the possible questions. The most effective text is often 10 words or less. |
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In Recognition of
Five Years
Dedicated Service to
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Awarded for
Outstanding Achievement
Exceeded Sales Quote - 102%
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In Appreciation for
Your Outstanding Leadership
and Service to the
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For His (Her) Dedication and
Devotion to
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John Jameson
Winning Warriors
2006
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John Jameson
Best Coach Award
Warriors - 2006
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John Jameson
Happy Anniversary
1996-2006
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John Jameson #12
2006 SPARTANS
CCYC - SOCCER
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The Close
The closing consists of text which identifies who is presenting the award, followed by year or date information.
Plaques tell the store of achievement, honor, success, dedication and excellence. Therefore every plaque text is unique.
Help with Text Writing
AwardsMart personnel will assist you with text writing and layout, upon request. No added cost is incurred for this professional service.
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