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I developed a tone of voice to amplify its core mission and a strategic messaging framework that aligned with BRAVE’s vision of creating a world bold enough to embrace change, empowering leaders to unlock their potential through transformative conversations. The tone of voice centered on clarity, confidence, and energy, designed to make BRAVE’s communication powerful and accessible, encouraging action and connection.
The refined voice is a perfect fit for Brave Conversations as it clarifies complex ideas while inspiring action among leaders. It captures the essence of BRAVE, making the messaging memorable and impactful across touchpoints. This tailored tone allows BRAVE to effectively reach and resonate with leaders in diverse industries, creating an environment where conversations drive significant personal and organizational transformation.
Verbal Identity & Copywriting: Thomas Pokorn
Strategy Lead: Mariah Wright
Art Direction & Graphic Design: Shannon Pleas Kachko
Selected Works
Ayoh!Strategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
Minor MinutesCreative Direction, Verbal Identity, Naming
AZAKProject type
FlipLabProject type
VelofoodCreative Strategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
GoogleStrategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
AeijstStrategy, Creative Direction, Verbal Identity, Copywriting, Naming
New BalanceStrategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
GoogleStrategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
CuraproxProject type
Bäckerei KernStrategy, Creative Direction, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
VagabundProject type
FellStrategy, Creative Direction, Verbal Identity, Copywriting, Naming
NovaLabsProject type
Northern EdgeVerbal Identity, Copywriting
MoriCreative Strategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting, Naming
Cosmedic PointCreative Direction, Creative Strategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
SijoProject type
BRAVECreative Strategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
GleamStrategy, Creative Direction, Copywriting, Naming
LOCIProject type
Gossamer Swell-O PagesCreative Direction, Copywriting
PhytocaStrategy, Verbal Identity, Copywriting
NamingNaming
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