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Crafty Custard: Experiential Brand Identity

Date

Fall 2024

Course

Identity Design at Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design

Role

Brand Strategist, Identity Designer, and Mockup Artist

Core Skills

Brand Strategy & Identity Systems Target Persona Research Environmental & Experiential Design Packaging Design Storytelling & Copywriting Concept Development Brand Guidelines Creation

Tools Used

Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop

This project focused on building a magical, playful, and creative brand identity for Crafty Custard, a new business centered on the unique selling proposition of complete customer customization for frozen custard.

Context
The goal was to solve the problem of limited customization found in traditional dessert venues by creating a visual system that specifically appealed to the core target audience: children aged 4–12 and their parents.

Process
The branding process was data-driven, starting with in-depth target persona research (e.g., "Olivia, age 8") to establish a brand personality based on adventure, creativity, and family fun. The key deliverables included:

* A comprehensive visual system with a logo and a vibrant color palette.
* Designs for custard cups and detailed mockups of the interior and exterior space.
* A novel mobile custard bike concept to reinforce the brand's playful and versatile spirit.
All elements were unified by the core communication message: "Where Kids Rule the Scoop!"

Outcome
The final deliverable is a fully realized brand identity system that establishes a strong, memorable, and fun presence. The project successfully translated a customer problem (limited choice) into a unique and marketable solution (complete customization) through impactful design across multiple physical and product assets.

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