Gordon McKernan opens fourth annual billboard design contest in Louisiana

Louisiana residents of all ages can enter Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys’ fourth annual Billboard Design Competition from Aug. 17 through Sept. 20. Winners can earn gift cards, charity donations and a chance to see their artwork on an official billboard.

Why it matters: - The contest gives Louisiana residents a public platform for creative work. - Winners can receive cash-equivalent prizes and, in the adult category, a donation to a charity they choose. - Selected designs may appear on billboards statewide, giving local artists real-world visibility.

What happened: - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys opened entries for its fourth annual Billboard Design Competition on Monday, Aug. 17. - The contest closes Sunday, Sept. 20, at 11:59 p.m. - Louisiana residents of all ages can register and submit designs at getgordon.com/billboards.

The details: - The competition is open to Louisiana residents of all ages and does not require professional design experience. - After submissions close, the firm will choose three adult finalists. - The public will vote on the adult finalists to determine first, second and third place. - The firm will select up to three winners in the child category. - Adult winners will receive gift cards worth $1,000, $500 and $250. - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys will match each adult winner's prize with a donation to a charity chosen by the winner, subject to approval. - Each child winner will receive a $250 gift card. - Winning artwork from both categories may be featured on official Gordon McKernan billboards, subject to firm and compliance approvals.

Between the lines: - The contest works as both a community engagement campaign and a brand visibility play. - The public voting round adds local participation after the firm narrows the field. - The charity-match element ties the contest to a broader goodwill message. - Founder Gordon McKernan said the competition is meant to give people across Louisiana a chance to have fun and share their creativity.

What's next: - Submissions will remain open through Sept. 20. - The firm will announce finalists after the entry window closes. - Public voting will decide the adult winners. - More information, contest rules and entries are available at getgordon.com/billboards. - Gordon McKernan Injury Attorneys can also be reached at (225) 888-8888 or through the firm's website.

The bottom line: - Louisiana residents have a limited-time chance to turn original artwork into prizes, charity support and possible billboard exposure.