A non-profit protecting endangered species through science, law and creative media.
Known for science-backed advocacy and unapologetic persistence, the Center for Biological Diversity has protected hundreds of species and millions of acres of land since 1989. With a reputation for being as stubborn as they are effective, the organization has long been a leader in conservation—driven by data, action, and a deep commitment to protecting life on Earth. The challenge was to modernize the brand while broadening its appeal.
The new identity brings together two key elements: powerful videography of wildlife and habitats, and messaging that connects biodiversity to everyday human needs. Clean water, food security, flood protection—these are tangible outcomes that resonate beyond the conservation world. The result is a rebrand that inspires action.
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Action-Oriented
Scientific
Practical
Fall 2024
An audit of the current brand identity surfaced an opportunity to elevate and modernize the brand without compromising its integrity.
While auditing the Center’s brand history, I uncovered a logo from 2001 that had been retired but still held strong conceptual potential. I rebuilt the mark with stronger visual hierarchy, simplified forms, and balanced spacing.
Clean water, flood protection, food security. This isn’t abstract conservation, it’s future-proofing that anyone can get behind.
Legal-facing materials are clean and professional, reinforcing the Center’s credibility in policy and litigation. Donor-facing touchpoints lean more expressive.
The cover of the redesigned donor magazine visualizes the interconnectedness of life, using annotations to show how different organisms rely on one another to keep ecosystems in balance. If one species disappears, the entire web is disrupted.
Inside, the layout shifts toward impact with callouts that spotlight recent legal wins and conservation milestones, helping donors see the tangible outcomes of their support.
The visual system centers video as the primary storytelling tool to capture attention, evoke emotion, and reveal the interdependence of life on Earth.
When photography is used, it shifts between species-level and ecosystem views, reinforcing the interconnectedness that defines biodiversity.