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Typographic Branding: Create Memorable Logos from Scratch

A course by Carlos Mignot , Graphics and Typography Designer

Graphics and Typography Designer. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Joined March 2020

Learn to develop a soulful visual identity by combining branding and typography techniques

  • Best seller Portuguese with subtitles in English
  • 100% positive reviews (317)
  • 6217 students

Learn to develop a soulful visual identity by combining branding and typography techniques

A course by Carlos Mignot

Letters themselves have the ability to transport the viewer, perhaps to a memory, a sensation, or a strong emotion, before having even understood the message behind them. Graphic designer Carlos Mignot specializes in translating concepts and sensations visually through customized typefaces.

In this course, learn to develop a typographic identity for a brand. Carlos guides you through how to choose a color palette and put your ideas into letters to create inspiring logos using Adobe Illustrator. By the end of the course, you'll have the visual branding resources to present impactful ideas to the client quickly and efficiently.

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What will you learn in this online course?

12 lessons & 15 downloads

The Power of Typography
16 minutes, 4 seconds
Basic Brand Strategy
5 minutes, 52 seconds
Sketching Typographic Ideas
14 minutes, 13 seconds
Refining the Draft
6 minutes, 5 seconds
Logo Vectorization
20 minutes, 25 seconds
Typographic Pairing
12 minutes, 16 seconds
Portuguese with subtitles in English
  • 100% positive reviews (317)
  • 6217 students
  • 12 lessons (2h 7m)
  • 15 additional resources (3 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Portuguese
  • Portuguese, Spanish, English, German, French, Italian, Polish, Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Create a typographic brand identity by designing a logo from scratch considering the color scheme, typefaces and fonts, and brand applications.

Projects by course students

Who is this online course for?

Designers, art directors, students, and anyone interested in improving their branding skills and developing visual identities.

Requirements and materials

Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator is necessary for this course.

In terms of materials, you need a computer with access to the software, as well as a pencil, pen, and some paper.


Reviews

6217 Students
317 Reviews
100% Positive ratings

Carlos Mignot

A course by Carlos Mignot

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Graphics and Typography Designer

Carlos Mignot is a Brazilian graphic and typography designer who specializes in creating custom lettering for brands. He studied at the Miami Ad School Rio, where he learned alongside renowned industry professionals and fostered his passion for typography and lettering.

He currently works at Plau design studio as a branding and typography project coordinator helping different brands find their own personal typography style. He has released his own fonts and worked with brands like Granado, Canal Brasil, NotCo, Stone, and more.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Influences
  • U2

    Branding Meets Typography

    • What Are Soulful Brands?
    • Understanding the Letters
    • The Power of Typography
    • Basic Brand Strategy
  • U3

    Bringing the Brand to Life with Soul

    • Sketching Typographic Ideas
    • Refining the Draft
    • Logo Vectorization
    • Typographic Pairing
  • U4

    Assembling a Branding Toolkit

    • Toolkit Assembly
    • Presentation to the Customer
  • FP

    Final project

    • Typographic Branding: Create Memorable Logos from Scratch

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Typographic Branding: Create Memorable Logos from Scratch. Calligraphy, Typography, and Design course by Carlos Mignot Best seller

Typographic Branding: Create Memorable Logos from Scratch

A course by Carlos Mignot
Graphics and Typography Designer. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Joined March 2020
  • 100% positive reviews (317)
  • 6217 students