Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is eligible to enter the contest?
- The contest is only open and offered to legal residents of the U.S. (including DC) and Canada (excluding Quebec) who are 18 years of age or older, or the age of majority in their state, whichever is older. In addition, the contest is only offered to members of the FTD florist network, and unavailable to any employee of, or company that is affiliated with, FTD, LLC ("Company").
- What is the deadline for entry?
- You must submit your entry to Company no later than August 26, 2024. Photos and written entries submitted before the Contest start date of August 5, 2024 are not eligible for consideration, so do not submit your entry until then.
- How do I enter?
- Visit www.FTDi.com/InternWithIan to complete the written responses and submit your photos by email to floristrelations@FTDi.com.
- What should my photo/written responses be about?
- Your photo should showcase your previous floral event designs. The written responses should answer why you are qualified to win a three-day internship with Ian Prosser.
- How many entries can I submit?
- Only one entry may be submitted per member of the FTD florist network
- What file types can my photo be?
- Your photo should be in jpeg format and emailed to floristrelations@ftdi.com.
- Are there any restrictions on content of the photos?
- Your photo must be suitable for a general audience. It should not contain profanity, sexually explicit material, violence, any activity that violates the law, or any other type of inappropriate material.
- May I show other companies' products in the photo?
- You are not allowed to show or refer to any other brand name, logo, company name, trademark, service mark, copyrighted material, or material that is in any way proprietary except that of the Company. So, cover up any product logos to avoid potential disqualification.
- Can other people be in my photo?
- Only if you have the signed consent of such person can you use them in the photos.
- How will my photos and responses be judged?
- The judging criteria is:
Compelling nature and originality of responses (25 points);
Clarity of expression in responses (25 points);
Quality of photos (25 points); and
if selected as a finalist, a Finalist Submission (25 points).
- What can I win?
- The winner will receive a three-day shadowing opportunity with Ian Prosser in Florida, during which the winner will assist with the floral event design and installation for one or more high-profile weddings and/or events, and includes transportation to and lodging at/near the event. The approximate retail value of the prize is Two Thousand Dollars ($2,000 USD).
- How will I know if I won?
- FTD will attempt to notify the winner via email at the email address provided in his/her submission. On or about September 10, 2024, the prize winner will be notified by e-mail.
- How can I find out who won?
- The winner will be announced on or about September 15, 20243 at www.FTDi.com/internwithian.