Brand Strategy & Visual Identity

Create a brand that speaks before you do.
Brand Guidelines for the Tirana International Film Festival
Poster for the Tirana International Film Festival
Posters for the Tirana International Film Festival
Branding Application for the Tirana International Film Festival

For cultural organisations, film, music & art festivals, educational institutions, artisanal brands, boutique hotels, and other mission-driven businesses looking for a strong, meaningful identity—built from the inside out.

Brand Strategy Workshop

We’ll start with a deep-dive discovery sessions (2 one-hour Zoom calls) to understand your essence—your values, voice, mission, and vision. Together, we’ll define your brand’s emotional core.

You’ll receive:
A defined brand positioning and value proposition
Mission, vision & key messaging
Audience & stakeholder insights
Competitive landscape overview
Brand personality & tone of voice
Brand keywords & narrative direction
Outcome: Everyone on your team will have the same page to move from. No more guessing. No more scattered messages.
Stylescape for a Berlin-based music tutor and producer Andy Sexton.
Brand strategy applied to website design for Andy Sexton.

Visual Identity Design

From strategy to story to design—once we’ve aligned on your brand foundation, I’ll translate it into a timeless and expressive visual language.

You’ll receive:
Logo suite (primary, secondary, icon mark)
Social media & presentation templates (optional add-on)
Custom color palette & typography system
Figma style guide and a PDF brand manual
Visual direction (style, composition, use of space)
Final files (SVG, PNG, EPS, PDF)
Outcome: A bold and memorable identity that’s flexible across media—from exhibitions to Instagram, from posters to red carpets.

What makes this offer different?

Agency quality work without agency overhead. Work directly with an experienced art director & designer.
13+ years of experience in branding, design, and art direction
Deep understanding of the cultural, educational, luxury & hospitality sector
Organisation of an architect, creativity of an artist, marketing knowledge of a business owner

Create a brand that speaks before you do.

Premium brand strategy and identity design for culture, education, luxury, and hospitality. Cut through the noise with a brand that actually means something.

Who is it for

Cultural organisations, film, music & art festivals, educational institutions, artisanal brands, boutique hotels, and other mission-driven businesses.

What services are included

We'll kick things off with a strategy session to map out your brand’s essence. Then we move into design, review, and refinement—step by step, until everything feels just right.

How it works

Fill out the "Start your project" form and schedule the free call below. During the call we'll determine whether we are the right fit and I will send you further info.

Timeline

4–6 weeks from project start date.

Full Brand Strategy & Visual Identity

Give your brand a professional, cohesive look—across print and web. I work with clients worldwide.

Included:
Brand positioning & value proposition
Logo suite (primary, secondary, icon)
Audience & stakeholder insights
Custom color palette & typography
Mission, vision & messaging
Visual direction & design language
Brand personality, tone of voice & keywords
Figma style guide + PDF manual
Competitive landscape & narrative direction
Final files (Figma, SVG, PNG, EPS, PDF)

Start your project.

Submit the form
Tell me more about your goals, timeline, and organisation so I can review your needs in advance.
Book a free introduction call
Let’s meet and align on your vision. I’ll answer your questions and ensure everything is a fit. Book here
Get a custom proposal
You’ll get the proposal within 24 hours of our call. If it feels like the right fit, I’ll send over the next steps so we can get started!
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FAQs

What do you need from us to get started?

Before we begin, I’ll send you a simple onboarding form to gather key information: any existing brand materials, background on your organisation, audience insights (if available), and your goals for the project. You don’t need to prepare anything elaborate — I’ll guide you through every step.

Will this process involve our whole team or just one contact person?

It’s totally up to you. You can nominate one main contact to streamline communication, or include multiple team members in the initial brand strategy session. I recommend involving decision-makers in the early phase so we capture the full picture and avoid delays later.

Can we keep our existing logo or brand elements and still do this?

Yes — this doesn’t have to be a total overhaul. If you have elements that still work, we can evolve them within a refreshed visual system. We’ll assess what to keep, tweak, or let go based on your goals and audience.

How do you ensure the brand fits our audience?

Everything starts with strategy. I take time to understand your audience, values, goals, and competitive landscape. The design grows out of that foundation—not personal preference. You’ll see this process reflected in moodboards, stylescapes, and collaborative check-ins to ensure alignment.

What happens after we receive the final files?

You’ll get a full brand manual (PDF or Figma) that documents your logo usage, color system, typography, and brand tone—so your team or partners can apply it consistently. I also offer support with rollout planning or can continue working with you on implementation (e.g. website, pitch decks, campaigns).

What’s the difference between this and hiring an agency or freelancer separately?

With me, you get the best of both worlds: the strategic depth of an agency, and the personal attention and speed of an independent art director. No handoffs to juniors. No bloated process. Just high-quality, custom design grounded in clarity and care.

Will this work for both digital and print?

Yes — your new visual identity will be fully adaptable across all touchpoints, from websites and social media to posters, packaging, and signage. Everything is designed with both screen and print in mind.And if you need help bringing it to life, I collaborate with some of the best print houses and production partners in Europe and beyond. I’m happy to coordinate print production, packaging, or custom materials for you as an optional add-on.