
30th Black Harvest Film Festival Rebrand
November 2024
Role: Creative Director · Festival Rebrand & Campaign Strategy
Led a full rebrand for the festival’s milestone 30th year, developing a refreshed visual identity that honored its legacy while engaging new audiences. Launched a new microsite and directed cross-channel execution across print, digital, and on-site materials. Created a celebratory, cohesive festival atmosphere through branded posters, banners, merchandise, filmmaker badges, and a comprehensive pre-roll slideshow, while directing design, marketing, and campaign strategy.
Outcomes
- Achieved the festival’s highest ticket sales since 2019
- Increased pass sales by 100% year-over-year
- Increased media mentions by 123% year-over-year

On screen slide at opening night

Enamel pins

Festival tote bags

NBC-5 Chicago coverage

30th anniversary party for DIRTY 30s shorts program

Reader print ad (October 31, 2024)

Opening night cookies

Email (November 8, 2024)

Lynn Whitfield in attendance for ALBANY ROAD screening

Opening Night dedication