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When strategy, design, content and re-branding create synergy<\/h2>\n

[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]An existing client in the Netherlands, HVO-Querido, approached us to overhaul PG292, an organisation under its wings. The original name of the organisation, PG292, initially chosen for its discretion\u2014and address\u2014 no longer worked. It was time for a change. The organisation has offered tangible, relevant and compassionate support to sex workers in Amsterdam since 2008. [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]It not only provides health check-ups, vaccination, support, abuse helpline and education to sex workers, but also tries to address the stigma of being a sex worker. The client wanted to reflect its current stance of a more open and inclusive way of communicating (and servicing) through its rebranding.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#F4F6FC” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset7″ box_shadow_horizontal=”0px” box_shadow_vertical=”80px” box_shadow_color=”#FFFFFF” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_image=”https:\/\/bright8.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/12_Dots_Violet.svg” background_size=”custom” background_image_height=”72px” background_position=”bottom_left” width=”90%” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”off|desktop” max_width=”1500px” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||72px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” 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Our strength in strategising<\/h3>\n

One of Bright8\u2019s strengths is our insistence in positioning ourselves as an internal branch of our client\u2014to understand them from the inside so that we can communicate both to external and internal audiences. We took the time to listen to the needs, objectives, goals and pain points of the HVO-Querido\u2019s stakeholders, including GGD Amsterdam.<\/p>\n

After developing a multi-layered strategy for the client, we suggested a new name for PG292 which both clarified its purpose better as well as translated well at an international level. Amsterdam Center for Sex Workers (ACS) better reflects its raison d\u2019etre, leadership and expertise not just within the Netherlands, but across the globe.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Teamwork at its best<\/h3>\n

This project required many layers of support and expertise\u2014which Bright8 delivered. From strategy to marketing to copywriting to translating to graphic design to website design to website input. It was all hands on deck.<\/p>\n

As always, our complete strategy included delivering a brand ID, positioning, marketing collateral, logo and signage. Our collateral included folders (for clients and business partners), business stationary, appointment and results cards.<\/p>\n

We rebuilt the website from the ground up and website content in three languages. We\u2019re proud that our content is not machine translated, but human powered by our English, Dutch and Spanish copywriters. The result is a fully functioning, robust website that is clean, intuitive and clear.<\/p>\n

The team at Bright8 know how to work as a cohesive unit to deliver for our clients\u2014who had planned a large launch party for the total rebrand. For the event, Bright8 also worked to deliver roll-up banners, balloons, signage and bespoke goodies for the grand opening.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”100px||100px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”1_2,1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||true|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

The power of a well-thought-out design<\/h3>\n

Our clean logo design replaced an ambiguous and outdated logo. Strong pink, purple and magenta colours were chosen, in a ribbon rainbow motif.<\/p>\n

Amsterdam is often represented by XXX symbol, seen on flags, buildings and manhole covers in the city. It is from Amsterdam\u2019s official coat of arms. We took the three XXX and made it unique and meaningful for ACS.<\/p>\n

In our iteration, the X stands for Amsterdam, the circle for the Center and the circle + the square together form the icon for the human being, representing both the sex workers and the employee network of ACS. The C represents the Center, connecting and encompassing all three elements.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”1_2″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”#122346″ background_image=”https:\/\/bright8.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Quarter_Circle_bottom-right_Blue-Grey.svg” background_size=”custom” background_image_height=”140px” background_position=”bottom_right” custom_padding=”40px|40px|40px|40px|true|true” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoiY3VzdG9tX21ldGFfY2xpZW50X2Nhc2VfbG9nbyIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” title_text=”Sappi_Logo_2935_White” show_bottom_space=”off” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”src” _module_preset=”default” max_width=”175px” module_alignment=”left” custom_margin=”||15px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”content” _module_preset=”default” text_text_color=”#FFFFFF” background_enable_color=”off” custom_margin=”0px||30px||false|false” custom_padding=”||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoiY3VzdG9tX21ldGFfY2xpZW50X2Nhc2Vfc3VtbWFyeSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=”@ET-DC@eyJkeW5hbWljIjp0cnVlLCJjb250ZW50IjoiY3VzdG9tX21ldGFfY2xpZW50X2Nhc2Vfd2Vic2l0ZSIsInNldHRpbmdzIjp7ImJlZm9yZSI6IiIsImFmdGVyIjoiIiwiZW5hYmxlX2h0bWwiOiJvZmYifX0=@” url_new_window=”on” button_text=”Visit website” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _dynamic_attributes=”button_url” _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_button][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section][et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”0px||0px||false|false” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” box_shadow_style=”preset7″ box_shadow_horizontal=”0px” box_shadow_vertical=”-80px” box_shadow_color=”#122346″ global_module=”1554″ saved_tabs=”all” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_3,1_3″ use_custom_gutter=”on” gutter_width=”1″ make_equal=”on” _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_color=”gcid-1cc61129-6c6f-4029-9abd-444bbbf3f5c9″ background_image=”https:\/\/bright8.nl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/Rainbow_bottom-right_Soft-Purple.svg” background_size=”custom” background_image_height=”140px” background_position=”bottom_right” width=”90%” width_phone=”90%” width_last_edited=”off|desktop” max_width=”1500px” custom_padding=”0px||0px||false|false” background_last_edited=”on|phone” background_image_width_phone=”auto” background_image_height_tablet=”90px” background_image_height_phone=”90px” global_colors_info=”{%22gcid-1cc61129-6c6f-4029-9abd-444bbbf3f5c9%22:%91%22background_color%22%93}”][et_pb_column type=”2_3″ _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” background_size=”custom” background_image_width=”30%” background_position=”top_left” custom_padding=”80px|0px|80px|80px|true|false” custom_padding_tablet=”80px|80px|20px|80px|false|true” custom_padding_phone=”40px|40px|20px|40px|false|true” custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” custom_css_main_element=”align-content: center;” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.27.4″ _module_preset=”default” custom_margin=”||30px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n

Interested in working together<\/span>?<\/h3>\n

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