Making the complex clear Outcomes data, longitudinal studies, information graphics: The visual and verbal translation of complex ideas is one of Studio Blue’s core strengths. Our strategic approach and deep knowledge of our academic and cultural client base enable us to deliver information that is relevant and actionable.
Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Chicago
We designed the brand system to launch the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation to build a strong, unified expression of their mission to accelerate the path from vision to venture. The vibrant blue and red of the ‘O’ combine to create the University of Chicago maroon. The trajectory of the ‘O’ expresses the outward impact of the Center’s work.
The University of Chicago,
Harris School of Public Policy
Helping Chicago Harris attract Millennials is our latest University challenge. For the admission’s team we developed a suite of print and electronic materials to balance the academic rigor of the school and reflect the passion of the next generation of policy leaders who want to “do good” in the world.
Chicago Humanities Festival,
2015 Fall Festival, Citizens
The Chicago Humanities Festival originated the idea of an annual gathering of the curious to engage with leading thinkers to reflect on and explore a single theme regarding the state of our world. This approach is now a model for nationwide festivals that promote the humanities dialogue and engagement. The organization now presents more than 140 programs throughout the year to an audience of 40,000+.
The University of Chicago,
Harris School of Public Policy
Chicago Harris is one of the top public policy schools in the country and this twice-yearly publication contains long-form features on faculty and alumni research as well as community-focused articles. In each issue, we create an original information graphic based on data provided by Chicago Harris.
Chicago Humanities Festival,
2014 Fall Festival, Journeys
Taking “Journeys” into a year-long campaign allowed us to explore a broad topic and narrow its focus into more of a mood or tone than a declaration of what a journey is. Working with festival leadership we came to know that the use of a theme is at once an organizing principle and also an enigma. Our role was to intrigue new, as well as loyal audience members, to want to the turn the pages of the program guide and begin a personal journey.
Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago
Brand, Communication program, Interactive
Chapin Hall at the University of Chicago is a prestigious policy research center “focused on a mission of improving the well-being of children and youth, families, and their communities.” They are a leader in knowledge creation, generating new ideas and providing insights that are actionable by fellow researchers, policymakers, and social workers.
