Vanderbilt Athletics 2026-27 Brand & Style Guide Update

 

Led the overhaul of Vanderbilt Athletics' creative assets and brand standards, creating a stronger foundation for consistency while allowing flexibility for creative expression across the department.

Responsibilities included:

  • Collaborated with the University's Art Director, athletics leadership, and licensing team to refine brand standards and trademark guidelines.

  • Researched industry best practices and led discussions with creative staff and Sports Information Directors.

  • Gathered feedback through collaborative reviews, team voting, and asset proposals to shape the final direction.

  • Redesigned the Athletics Brand Guide, establishing clearer standards for logos, typography, and asset usage.

  • Developed a system that balances consistency with creative freedom, providing teams with practical guidance instead of unnecessary limitations.

This initiative was a strategic evolution of the Vanderbilt Athletics brand, strengthening an already successful identity rather than introducing a full rebrand.