Brand Style Guide
Firstcred Limited
Creating Creating Wealth Wealth
The Brand Identity Toolkit plays an important role in establishing the Firstcred brand signature, as well as propagating a distinctive look and feel for all Firstcred branding collateral, to promote universal recognition by all stakeholders and relevant audiences.
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FirstCred is a bank that will be offering loans to SMMEs across Botswana. The bank emanates from GetBucks which is a micro lender. GetBuck has 11 branched over the country and these branches will be turned into FirstCred bank branches.
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Emergency loans Education loans Furniture loans Household expense loans General consumption loans
First Cred will be assisting SMMEs with loans for their startups and maintanance of their businesses.
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The Brand Identity Toolkit plays an important role in establishing the Firstcredbrand signature, as well as propagating a distinctive look and feel for all Firstcred branding collateral, to promote universal recognition by all stakeholders and relevant audiences. It also serves to define the visual character of the brand, and furthermore bring the powerful ideas around its dynamic development to life.
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Logo Overview
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Colour Palette
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Logo Construction
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Logo Treatment
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Typeface
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Visual Language
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Advert Construction
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Co-branding
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Stationery
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Digital Application
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Gifts Branding
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Social Media Application
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Logo overview This section sums up the graphic and typographic elements that constitute the brand identity.
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Logo overview
Firstcred Logo is designed to precise dimensions and colours that project and communicate important brand attributes.
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Table of Contents
The logo is swatched in hues of Orange and deep blues. Orange Tone brings a sense of peace and assurance to the human spirit whereas, reflective blue tone fosters resilience.
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Colour Palette This section explores the approved colour specifications, including their Primary and Secondary usage.
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Colour Palette
Primary Colours As technology continues to race ahead of the human ability to process it all, it is easy to understand why we gravitate to colors that are honest and offer the promise of protection.
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Orange
Blue
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Charcoal Grey
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Colour Palette
Secondary Colours The Secondary colour palette allows the Firstcred brand to extend its visual range and emotive capacity with cool, dark and light blues, along with a silver metalic impression and warm greys.
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Torquise
Brown
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Rain Blue
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Logo Construct This section tackles the basic concept and creative engineering of the Firstcred logo.
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Infinity Concept
A source of priceless wealth destined for endless generations.
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Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
Who is Firstcred?
Concept Execution
Device Assembling
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Stage 4
Stage 5
Stage 6
Letter F formation
Letter C formation
F&C Combination
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Stage 7
Stage 8
Stage 9
Type Intrusion
Logotype
Full logo
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Logo Treatment This section outlines the correct and consistent use of the Firstcred logo.
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Full Logo
The Firstcred Logo is a timeless symbol of sophistication and pride, stylishly packaged into a modernistic, typographical sculpture, that expresses endurance, immense strength and dependability. The Firstcred brand is crafted from financial prowess and expertise.
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Area of Isolation
A minimum area of isolation is required to assure the visibility, integrity and dignity of the Firstcred brand in all communications, and in particular during co-branding situations.
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Logo One Colour Usage
Monotone Use The monochrome variant of the logo applies in instances where stamping, embossing and solid colour backgrounds make it impractical or impossible to achieve the flat two tone effect.
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Black & White Usage
The Firstcred logo’s monotone application is especially important for black and white applications such as fax sheets, and other official communication materials.
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Minimum Logo Size
For uncompromised viewing and maximum recognition, the Firstcred logo must conform to minimum size specifications. Whenever the ‘Firstcred’ typographic symbol is presented in its defining lockup with the ‘ Firstcred expansion it must never fall below the minimum recommended dimensions of 20mm x 32mm. Any exceptions to this rule require specific authorisation.
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20mm
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Logo Don’ts
The following rules apply to the Firstcred Logo: 1. Don’t introduce a keyline to the Firstcred Logo. 2. Don’t alter the colours of the Firstcred Logo outside the realm of specific guidelines.
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3. Don’t alter the proportion of the Firstcred Logotype. 4. Don’t alter the positioning of the Firstcred Logo type.
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Typeface This section unpacks the official brand typefaces, typographical and usage specifications, and usage guidelines.
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Primary Typeface
Trasandina
Light The quick brown fox jumps over a lazy dog. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 1234567890
Regular The quick brown fox jumps over a lazy dog. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 1234567890
Medium The quick brown fox jumps over a lazy dog. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 1234567890
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Secondary Typeface
Georgia
Regular The quick brown fox jumps over a lazy dog. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 1234567890 Italic The quick brown fox jumps over a lazy dog. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 1234567890 Bold The quick brown fox jumps over a lazy dog. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 1234567890 Bold Italic The quick brown fox jumps over a lazy dog. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz 1234567890
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Visual Language This section describes the brand’s image, photographic style and visual concept recommendations.
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Image Style
Images must follow basic tenets of high quality production value photography, which should be well composed and deliberately anchored around high resolution content
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Photographic Style
Pushing Boundaries
Do not attempt to reconstruct the Advert. Only official artwork may be used.
We do the right thing no matter the cost This section rationalises the arrangement and execution of layouts and elements in adverts. For more information contact us @ +267 360 7949
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Pushing Boundaries
Pushing Boundaries
We do the right thing no matter the cost This section rationalises the arrangement and execution of layouts and elements in adverts. For more information contact us @ +267 360 7949
We do the right thing no matter the cost This section rationalises the arrangement and execution of layouts and elements in adverts. For more information contact us @ +267 360 7949
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Photographic Style
Creating Wealth
Creating Wealth Images must follow basic tenets of high quality production value photography
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Images must follow basic tenets of high quality production value photography
Key Device
Creating Wealth
Creating Wealth
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Images must follow basic tenets of high quality production value photography
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Advert Construction This section rationalises the arrangement and execution of layouts and elements in adverts.
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Flat Advert Layout Pushing Boundaries
Do not attempt to reconstruct the Advert. Only official artwork may be used.
Headline
We do the right thing no matter the cost
Sub Headline
This section rationalises the arrangement and execution of layouts and elements in adverts.
Body Copy
Image Box
This section rationalises
Logo
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Website
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Flat Advert Layout Do not attempt to reconstruct the Advert. Only official artwork may be used.
Pushing Boundaries
We do the right thing no matter the cost
This section rationalises the arrangement and execution of layouts and elements in adverts. We do the right thing no matter the cost
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Co-branding This section comes into play during the collabora tion of brand identities of Firstcred and affiliates.
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Co-branding Pushing Boundaries
In instances where the Firstcred logo must appear with a partner brand on Firstcred driven or controlled communications, our mark retains its primary position as shown in the example.
We do the right thing no matter the cost
This section rationalises the arrangement and execution of layouts and elements in adverts. This section rationalises
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Affialate
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Co-branding Extended
Percentage Layout The partner signature will appear to the left of our mark, observing the clear space rule and a 75% size reduction in relation to the Firstcred logo.
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Stationery This section provides guidance on correct use of brand signatures in corporate communication collateral.
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Business Cards
This visual illustrates a typical Business Card design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
Badirele Tebatso Sales and Marketing
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+267 376 6830 +267 73 788 367 +267 376 0882 b.tebatso@Firstcredco.bw
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Letterhead
This visual illustrates a typical Letterhead design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
Firstcred
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Continuation Sheets
This visual illustrates a typical Continuation Sheet design for Firstcred Limited.
Pushing Boundaries
Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
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Internal Memo INTERNAL MEMO
This visual illustrates a typical Business Card design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
TO: DATE: RE: Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit. Cras tincidunt luctus sagittis. Nulla in blandit mi. Vivamus dapibus massa id imperdiet porttitor. Suspendisse ligula ligula, fringilla eu sem ut, mattis pulvinar nisi. Nam vulputate, ipsum a sollicitudin semper, sem est accumsan justo, quis dignissim sapien orci vitae enim. Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Sed sapien mauris, mattis ut accumsan quis, convallis et mauris. In rutrum, tellus non ultrices ultrices, diam risus posuere ipsum, sit amet ornare dolor metus sed augue. Mauris auctor mauris magna, eget molestie eros molestie ac. Sed quis tortor eget arcu cursus aliquet. Maecenas non condimentum eros. Mauris sed justo ut eros vehicula porta. Donec vel risus convallis, commodo augue eu, tempus est. Pellentesque condimentum finibus risus in lobortis. Nam imperdiet pulvinar mattis. Vestibulum sit amet quam sagittis, vehicula diam ut, feugiat magna. Etiam sed ligula iaculis, gravida urna vitae, dignissim justo. Pellentesque et lorem feugiat, hendrerit ipsum ac, maximus ex. Aenean eget diam condimentum, feugiat velit a, pellentesque sapien. Curabitur condimentum augue sit amet nisl aliquet, non feugiat est interdum. Quisque quis interdum nulla, at ornare libero.
Regards Firstcred
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Press Release Gaborone Head Office Zambezi Towers D +267 376 0882 C +267 73 610 108 F +267 376 0882 E b.tebatso@Firstcredco.bw
Press Release for immediate release Date:
This visual illustrates a typical Continuation Sheet design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
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Regards Firstcred
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Complimentary Slip
This visual illustrates a typical Complimentary Slip design for Firstcred Limited.
Pushing Boundaries
Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
Best Wishes
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Digital Application This section provides guidance on correct use of brand signatures in corporate communication collateral.
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Email Signature
This visual illustrates a typical Continuation Sheet design for Firstcred Limited.
Gaborone Head Office D E
Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
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Powerpoint Presentation Headline Headline
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Pellentesque habitant morbi tristique senectus et netus et malesuada fames ac turpis egestas. Sed sapien mauris, mattis ut accumsan quis, convallis et mauris.
This visual illustrates a typical Powerpoint Presentation design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
Headline Headline
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Gifts Branding This section provides guidance on correct use of brand signatures in corporate branding collateral.
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Coffee Cup
This visual illustrates a typical Coffee Cup design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
FIRST CRED.
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Notebook/ Notepad
This visual illustrates a typical Notebook design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
FIRST CRED. FIRST CRED.
FIRST CRED.
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T-Shirt
This visual illustrates a typical T-Shirt design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
FIRST CRED.
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Name Tag
This visual illustrates a typical Name Tag design for Firstcred Limited.
FIRST CRED.
Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
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Social Media Application This section highlights correct brand signature applications on Firstcred vehicles.
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Profile Photo Pushing Boundaries This visual illustrates a typical Text Based Profile Photo page design for Firstcred Limited. Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
We do the right thing no matter the cost
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Timeline Banner Pushing Boundaries
This visual illustrates a typical image driven Timeline Banner design for Firstcred Limited.
We do the right thing no matter the cost
Please note that the clear space or area of isolation around the Firstcred logo should always be adhered to.
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Firstcred Brand Style Guide Version 1.0
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