Civic Europe

Creative content for civic engagement

Civic Europe strengthens civic cohesion and active citizenship in local communities in Central, Eastern and Southern Europe. They support locally rooted organizations and projects in two ways: through incubator programs and capacity building. The team approached me wanting to communicate about what they do and how to apply to their programs in a more clear, engaging way. With many program applicants for whom English is a second language, it was important to keep language succinct and to reinforce understanding with clarifying visuals. The team also wanted to bring in an extra dash of warmth and energy to their branding.

  • First off, I worked closely with the Civic Europe team to break down their Idea Challenge application process and key values into clear, simple messaging. We then grew the messaging into a series of four infographics. I added a playful, textured look and feel. The look was grounded in the existing Civic Europe brand guidelines, yet brought in a colourful, tactile feel. The team loved the results, so they invited me to develop an icon system, banners, tote bags, and social assets.

  • Illustration
    Print design
    Event collatoral
    Icon design
    Social assets

Infographic explaining the Civic Europe idea challenge application process.
Infographic explaining Civic Europe's approach to working with communities.
Social media asset design.
Infographic explaining the idea challenge application process.
Tote bag design.
Infographic explaining the community voting process.
Icon system for the Civic Europe team to use in templates and documents.
Infographic about the community award.