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NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL STYLE GUIDE 1
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O F F I C I A L S T Y L E G U I D E
NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL STYLE GUIDE
Table of Contents
What is a Brand ........................................................................................................................... 1
Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 2
Color Palette ............................................................................................................................... 3
Primary Mark Evolution ........................................................................................................... 4
Primary Mark ............................................................................................................................... 5
Secondary Mark ......................................................................................................................... 6
Typeface ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Wordmarks .................................................................................................................................. 8
Arched Wordmarks ................................................................................................................... 9
Sport-Specific Marks .............................................................................................................. 10
Signature Marks ....................................................................................................................... 11
Improper Logo Usage ............................................................................................................ 12
Notes ........................................................................................................................................... 13
NORTHWESTERN OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY OFFICIAL STYLE GUIDE 1
What is a Brand?The term brand only once referred to what a rancher did to his cattle. To keep
others from confusing his cattle from other cattle on the range, the rancher would
sear a cow’s hide with red-hot irons that left distinctive marks, or brands. Like
cattle brands, the purpose of a brand in business is to identify goods and services
with their owner or producer, and most importantly, distinguish these goods and
services from others in the marketplace.
The Dictionary of Business and Management defines a brand as: “a name, sign or
symbol used to identify items or services of the seller(s) and to differentiate them
from goods of competitors.” This popular definition of branding focuses almost
exclusively on a brand’s visual interpretation—look and logo—in the marketplace.
While this is an important part of branding, it is not the whole of branding. More
than a look, a brand is a trustmark, a warrant, a collection of feelings. Feelings are
created by the accumulation of experiences with the brand, both directly relating
to its use, and through the influence of advertising, design and media. A brand
serves to create associations and expectations. A brand often includes a logo,
fonts and color schemes that are developed to represent values, ideas and even
personality.
The Northwestern Oklahoma State brand is the personality we want to
convey in all communications; it is how we want to be perceived; it is the
promise that we pledge.
-- excerpts from Building a Brand That Matters by Bob Seviere
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IntroductionAn impression is made each time someone at Northwestern Oklahoma State
communicates with the public. Visual communications such as newsletters,
brochures, websites and other marketing materials impact Northwestern Oklahoma
State’s brand.
Externally, an institution’s visual identity reflects not only its style and character,
but also its traditions, strengths and values. Internally, the visual identity of an
institution conveys a sense of pride and commitment to a common mission.
Conforming to comprehensive visual standards can unify and strengthen
communications by projecting a message of order and consistency. The elements
of such an initiative identified in this guide include the appropriate use of the
Northwestern Oklahoma State logo, an established color palette and preferred
typefaces.
The guidelines that follow will help you apply visual elements within an established
system to ensure consistency in style and message.
Of course, no guide can cover all possible situations. If you have questions about
the material included here, please contact the Director of Athletic Communications.
If you have suggestions for items to be included, please send them to:
[email protected] or call 580-327-8639.
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C O L O R P A L E T T E
# c c 0 9 2 fW e b # 0 0 0 0 0 0 # f f f f f f
P M S R e d 1 8 6 CP a n t o n e P r o c e s s B l a c k W h i t e
C M Y K C = 0M = 1 0 0Y = 8 1K = 4
C = 0M = 0 Y = 0K = 1 0 0
C = 0M = 0Y = 0K = 0
R G B R = 2 2 7G = 2 4B = 5 5
R = 0G = 0B = 0
R = 2 5 5G = 2 5 5B = 2 5 5
The official Northwestern Oklahoma State red and black are key components of the institution’s brand identity and they are the primary colors
for use in principal print and electronic communications. Consistent use and careful matching are essential in establishing and maintaining a
unified image. The Pantone® colors should be used when printing one-, two- and three-color publications (spot color). When full-color printing
(four-color process) is used, the CMYK mix is applied. The RGB values are for screen display only and the HEX values are for Web design. Using
the formulas specified will ensure the best color match on all computers.
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P R I M A R Y M A R K E V O L U T I O N
O R I G I N A L I N S P I R A T I O N N E W P R I M A R Y L O G O
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P R I M A R Y M A R K
T W O C O L O R
* When full color is shown on blackplease make sure logo is accompanied
by a white stroke.
* When shown on blackplease make sure logo is accompanied by
either a white or red stroke.
O N E C O L O R *
* One Color option can be represented as seen above (black) or in Northwestern State Red or White.
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S E C O N D A R Y M A R K & P R O P E R U S A G E
T W O C O L O R
O N E C O L O R *
* One Color option can be represented as seen above (black) or in Northwestern State Red or White.
1. On the point of the collar.
3. On the front of a cap.
5. On the side hip panel of football pants.
2. On the back neck area of polo.
4. On the back of a cap.
6. On the side panels of basketball shorts.
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T Y P E F A C E - R A N G E R S
R A N G E R S H E A V Y R A N G E R S L I G H T
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W O R D M A R K S
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A R C H E D W O R D M A R K S
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S P O R T - S P E C I F I C M A R K S
- R A N G E R S H E A V Y
- R A N G E R S L I G H T * T R A C K I N G S E T T O 1 3 2 0 .
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S I G N A T U R E M A R K S
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I M P R O P E R L O G O U S A G E
D O N O T U S EA S A P A T T E R N
D O N O T C H A N G E C O L O R S
O R F I L L W I T H P A T T E R N
D O N O T C O V E RW I T H T E X T
D O N O T C R O PD O N O T S H O W
O N B L A C K W I T H O U TS T R O K E
D O N O T R E V E R S E C O L O R S
D O N O T P L A C E I N A
C O N T A I N I N G S H A P E
D O N O T F L I PO R R O T A T E
D O N O T S K E W
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N O T E S
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