Fourthwall

Dull made cool

What the company does
Runs e-commerce platform allowing creators to sell their merchandise.

What designers did
Made a business tool feel cool for people who avoid business tools.

Verbal Identity

Naming
Brand Anthem
Tagline

Make more

Supportive Copy

Fourthwall boosts financial independence so you can make more – money and content

We want makers to make more—money, content & time. So we made this Sell-Stuff-Branded-By-You platform. It’s easy as 1 2 3, so let’s start!

The more you make, the more you make

Make more money, content & time

Sell stuff branded by you

Stay true, go independent

Make grandma proud

Makers make things happen

Fourthwall is for every maker

What's interesting

The company was initially called 'Popshop', but due to legal reasons, they had to change it. Unfortunately, the new design was already finalised, so the logo and other brand materials had to be updated.

What's interesting

One of our company's directors shared the project with his mum, who is an artist, and she loved it. A warm hello to you, the director's mum!

What's interesting

Not only was the CEO's mother impressed by the design, but so was his brother, who also requested branding for his company.

What's interesting

Due to the Fourthwall's unusual situation, the project required a more strategic and scientific approach to the use of colour in branding.

Designer’s insight

“The copy for Fourthwall was some of the most enjoyable I've ever worked on. I'd always thought I wasn't great at writing for a mass audience, but apparently even some marketing bigwig from Coca-Cola was impressed. Shame the client didn't implement much of it. So many good lines...”

— Mariusz Ruciński,
Brand Identity Architect + Verbal Designer

“It was an enjoyable project because there were lots of playful elements. In my view, the design turned out really pleasant, joyful, and relaxed. One more thing... do you ever get that feeling when you return to a project and it warms your heart? That's how I feel when I see these little faces – they're just so sweet.”

—Natalia Bilska,
Senior Graphic Designer

Some people say things you'd never believe

I want to reinforce that I LOVE what you did with the logo and brand. I think it's amazing and world class

Walker Williams

CPO—Fourthwall

Summary

What is the company's profile

An e-commerce platform designed specifically for content creators, including YouTubers, bloggers, celebrities, educators, experts, and leaders. The platform enables users to sell their own branded merchandise, providing a unique space for creativity, expression, and financial independence.

What is the extent of tasks

A        Brand Personality (Market Landscape Analysis, Current Brand Analysis, Industry Analysis, Corporate Culture Analysis, Company Analysis, Product/Service Analysis, The Big Idea, Brand Positioning, Brand Strategy, Brand Story, Brand Character).

B        Brand Language (Domain Naming, Slogans/Claims, Key Messaging, Descriptor, Tagline, Brand Tone & Voice, Brand, Brand Statement, Brand Storytelling, Brand Anthem, Brand Sales Writing).

C        Brand Appearance (Visual Needs Analysis, Brand's Visual Expression Concept, Information Architecture, Functional Design Systems, Brand Art Direction, Logomark, Logotype, Iconography, Brand Visual Architecture, Brand Color Palette, Brand Typography, Brand Graphics & Patterns, Imagery & Photography, Branding Guidelines, Grids, Brand Collateral, Stationary, Web & Digital Design, UX/UI Design).

What are the objectives

A        To stand out from the competition quickly and build strength as a startup.

B        To earn the trust of a sensitive audience.

C        To change the perception that running a business is boring and tough.

How we achieved the objectives

ad A        The visual and verbal identity was crafted to make Fourthwall immediately recognizable and appealing. The logo design, with its changing artworks, lowercase letters, and custom kerning, emphasises creativity and stands out from conventional designs. The brand voice is engaging, playful, and centred around the idea of "making more," aligning with the creative and productive nature of the target audience, as well as boosting profits.

ad B        Fourthwall emphasises authentic communication, understanding that the target audience (content makers like YouTubers, bloggers, and celebrities) value genuine interactions. The communication strategy highlights the importance of making more content and simplifying money management, aligning with the real needs and wants of content creators. The consistent and well-defined brand activities, supported by a detailed brand manual, help ensure that Fourthwall's communication remains authentic and trustworthy. By clearly conveying their commitment to helping content makers be financially independent and have more time for their projects, Fourthwall builds trust with their audience.

ad C        Fourthwall's branding efforts focus on making the business side of content creation appear fun and engaging. The playful use of language, creative promotional materials, and the emphasis on creativity and openness make the process of running a business seem less daunting and more enjoyable. The visually appealing designs for social media and other marketing materials promote a sense of fun, creativity, experimentation. This approach resonates with the target audience, making the brand and the idea of running a business more attractive and less intimidating.

Authors

Brand Identity Concept + Positioning
Mariusz Ruciński

Verbal Identity + Copywriting
Mariusz Ruciński

Visual Identity + Art Direction
Natalia Bilska

Operational Management
Grzegorz Derlukiewicz

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