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Pacific Bitcoin

The West Coast's Bitcoin Beacon: From Brand Buzz to Immersive Experience

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Overview

Overview

Introduction

brand direction
+ brand identity
+ ux/ui design
+ social media marketing
+ digital advertising
+ merch/apparel design
+ stationery design
+ event decoration
+ photography

Jasmine's journey with Swan Bitcoin and Pacific Bitcoin highlights her rapid growth and significant impact in the Bitcoin event space. Initially brought on to refine the visual identity of Pacific Bitcoin during its inaugural year, Jasmine quickly demonstrated her exceptional creative talents and strategic vision. Her work on the conference's branding elements, including the logo, color palette, and typography, set a new standard for Bitcoin events and led to her promotion to Brand Director for the second year.

As Brand Director, Jasmine orchestrated a complete transformation of the Pacific Bitcoin experience. She seamlessly integrated cutting-edge design with Bitcoin principles, creating an immersive atmosphere that resonated deeply with attendees. Her innovative approach helped result in a 40% increase in ticket sales and garnered widespread praise from industry leaders.

Jasmine's work extended beyond aesthetics, encompassing every touchpoint of the event. From reimagining the website and digital assets to curating the physical space and experiential elements, she ensured a cohesive and memorable brand experience. Her efforts not only elevated Pacific Bitcoin's status in the Bitcoin conference circuit but also set new benchmarks for how Bitcoin events could engage and educate attendees.

Main stage area: stage design, furniture and video graphic
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The ask

The ask

Project scope

Create a memorable experience that exceeds the standard Bitcoin conference

Jasmine's initial mission for Pacific Bitcoin was to establish a captivating brand identity for its inaugural conference. The primary goal was to position Pacific Bitcoin as a premier destination within the Bitcoin conference landscape. This involved crafting a distinct visual identity, developing marketing materials, and fostering engagement with the Bitcoin community to generate anticipation and brand recognition.

Year two witnessed a strategic shift towards elevating the overall conference experience. Leveraging the established brand foundation from the first year, the focus transitioned to refining the visual elements and cultivating a more immersive and cohesive atmosphere. This resulted in a conference that not only exuded a more polished aesthetic but also delivered a richer and more engaging experience, solidifying Pacific Bitcoin's reputation as a leading event within the Bitcoin sphere.

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The strategy

The strategy

Design with purpose

Create cohesive elements that established a consistent look-and-feel

Year One: Laying the Foundation

Jasmine joined the Pacific Bitcoin project just four months before its inaugural conference, swiftly addressing the challenge of fragmented design elements. She implemented a strategic approach, prioritizing seamless brand recognition across all platforms, meticulously refining font styles, color palettes, and crafting distinctive brand imagery that resonated with Pacific Bitcoin's core identity.

Year Two: Elevating the Experience
Building on her successful first year, Jasmine was promoted to Lead Designer. In this expanded role, she focused on elevating the overall conference experience. Consistency became her guiding principle as she meticulously resolved previously identified inconsistencies. Key achievements included:

  • Refining visual elements to cultivate a more immersive and cohesive atmosphere
  • Ensuring brand consistency across all touchpoints, from website design to social media graphics
  • Delivering a richer and more engaging experience that solidified Pacific Bitcoin's reputation as a leading event in the Bitcoin sphere

Jasmine's work in Year Two demonstrated her ability to build upon established foundations and adapt to broader responsibilities, resulting in a more polished and professional brand image.

Pacific Bitcoin primary lockupPacific Bitcoin wordmarkPacific Bitcoin combo markPacific Bitcoin icon
The Pacific Bitcoin logo is shaped like a surfboard to represent California, with the bottom edge representing the upward trend of the Bitcoin price.
Pacific Bitcoin style guide

Create an evergreen brand that resonates beyond the festival

Year Three: Expanding Horizons

Recognizing Jasmine's strategic thinking and creative leadership, she was promoted to Brand Director in the third year. Jasmine seized this opportunity to implement crucial marketing and strategy initiatives aimed at transforming the Pacific Bitcoin Festival into a mainstream phenomenon. In this pivotal role, Jasmine:

  • Shifted to "evergreen" content creation, moving beyond event-centric material to attract a wider audience curious about Bitcoin
  • Defined new brand values and mission, broadening the target audience to include high net-worth individuals
  • Introduced a neutral color palette and sharpened visuals to project a more polished, professional image
  • Collaborated with other teams to craft a strategic approach to nurture brand loyalty beyond the event itself

Jasmine's progression from graphic designer to Brand Director over two years showcased her versatility, ability to adapt quickly, and talent for strategic brand development. Her work positioned the Pacific Bitcoin Festival to potentially reach a wider audience and establish itself as a distinct voice in the broader financial and technology sectors.

Pacific Bitcoin Festival's 2024 brand guide
Example of a user persona
Example of image guidelines

View the full brand guide

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The solution

The solution

Deliverables

Only fix what’s broken

Inheriting a nostalgic 1980s California theme for Pacific Bitcoin, Jasmine's primary objective was to achieve seamless harmonization and refinement. This involved preserving existing elements that resonated with the chosen theme while strategically implementing adjustments to ensure overall cohesion.

To realize this vision, Jasmine embarked on several key initiatives:

  • Comprehensive Brand Guide: Jasmine meticulously crafted a detailed brand guide, equipping the team with clear and consistent guidelines for maintaining brand identity across all platforms. This guide ensured that everyone involved could contribute to a unified brand experience.
  • Flexible Logo Development: She developed a flexible logo that captured the essence of the 1980s California aesthetic while offering adaptability for diverse applications. This logo became a cornerstone of the brand's visual identity.
  • Versatile Color Palette: Jasmine curated a versatile color palette that fostered brand recognition and ensured visual harmony across all materials. This palette was integral to creating a cohesive look and feel.
  • Consistent Marketing Elements: She designed consistent marketing elements, culminating in a unified and polished presentation for all promotional materials. This included everything from social media graphics to printed materials.

As  Brand Director for Events, Jasmine also held the responsibility of designing the entirety of the event's merchandise, branded signage, and marketing materials. Her comprehensive approach ensured that every touchpoint seamlessly reflected the established 1980s California theme, contributing to a visually cohesive and engaging brand experience.

Through these initiatives, Jasmine successfully harmonized and refined the Pacific Bitcoin brand, creating a memorable and immersive experience that resonated deeply with the Bitcoin community.

Website Design

When Jasmine first encountered the Pacific Bitcoin website in its inaugural year, she saw both challenges and potential. The site struggled with readability and brand consistency. With time being short, Jasmine collaborated closely with the third-party developer to prioritize changes, offering crucial UX/UI insights. Her guidance transformed the website into a more user-friendly and brand-aligned platform, setting the stage for what was to come.

Year two saw Jasmine take full control of the project. Championing a move to Shopify, she led the creation of an entirely new website. This iteration marked a significant leap in aesthetics, functionality, and user experience. Her innovations extended to the back-end, streamlining team operations.

In the third year, Jasmine continued to elevate the brand's digital presence. She implemented a comprehensive refresh based on a new brand guide, replacing generic visuals with authentic photos and refining the copy. Recognizing the power of content, she helped establish a blog to position Pacific Bitcoin as an educational resource for both enthusiasts and newcomers.

Year three website for pacificbitcoin.com

Marketing

In the initial years of Pacific Bitcoin, Twitter served as the primary marketing platform, prompting the creation of numerous tailored elements specific to the platform. However, maintaining consistent branding and messaging across all platforms remained a core focus, ensuring the versatility of these elements.

Year three marked a strategic shift in Jasmine's approach. She expanded marketing efforts to include Instagram and email newsletters alongside Twitter. This multi-platform strategy aimed to broaden reach and deepen engagement with the target audience.

Throughout this evolution, Jasmine ensured consistent branding and messaging across all platforms, demonstrating her ability to adapt marketing tactics to changing audience behaviors and industry trends

Year two social media images
The logo and branding for "The Orange League," a Bitcoin e-sports tournament sponsored by Swan
Year two promotional Twitter images created for sponsors and affiliates
Year two YouTube thumbnails created for the Swan YouTube channel

Event Signage

Pacific BItcoin check-in area
Year two Pacific Bitcoin welcome and check-in area
Custom basketball designed for Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2023
Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2023 photo opportunity
Pacific BItcoin basketball hoop
Pacific Bitcoin Magic Money Court
Pacific Bitcoin photo op
Pacific Bitcoin Festival 2022 photo opportunity

Merchandise/Swag

Swag Store: retail concept, merchandising, clothing design, schedule design
Pacific Bitcoin basketball jersey
Pacific Bitcoin Festival merchandise for sale