Publishing

Create and design a graphic document for print using Adobe software according to the given theme and according to a category of readers.

Description of the skill

Publishing involves the creation and design of a print-ready graphic document using Adobe software, based on a given theme and tailored to a specific target audience. Competitors must demonstrate the ability to plan and structure content effectively, combining text, images, layout, and design elements to produce a visually coherent and communicative publication. Success in this skill requires creativity, technical proficiency in desktop publishing tools, and a clear understanding of visual hierarchy, readability, and audience engagement.

Competition Rules

Competition Rules set the overall framework and regulations that apply to all skills competitions.

  • Released in May 2026

Charter of Judges

Charter of Judges provides instructions on the judging procedure and use of the marking system.

  • Released in May 2026

Technical Description

Technical Description explains what the skill is about and what competitors should be prepared for.

  • Released in November 2026

This document was previously known as the Pre-task Assignment.

The previous International Abilympics Metz 2023 Pre‑task Assignment is available below. It illustrates the competition’s level of difficulty but does not correspond to the document for 2027.

Test Project

Test Project is the actual competition task that competitors complete, based on the Technical Description.

  • Released in February 2027

(This document was previously known as the Final-task Assignment.)

Skill Competition Manager

Person in charge of organising the skill.

Sirena Nieminen.

Sirena Nieminen

Live Vocational College

Judges

The Abilympics organiser selects judges from people nominated by IAF member organisations.

  • Application period for judges in May 2026
  • Selection of Judges in September/October 2026
  • Finalised list of Judges will be released in February 2027

Partners of the skill

  • Live logo.

In co-operation

  • Ministry of Education and Culture Finland logo.
  • Finnish National Agency for Education logo.