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Darius Thorne

Darius Thorne

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Brand Identity Designer

Chicago, IL
11 years experience
$155/hr

Specializes in bold, high-energy visual identities that command attention in crowded consumer categories. Master of striking contrast, expressive geometry, and kinetic brand collateral.

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Selected Portfolio & Work

Visual case studies demonstrating strategic process and creative execution.

3 Projects
Volt Energy Elixirs High-Impact Rebrand
Featured ProjectFull Brand Identity2024
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Industry: Beverage & FMCG•Client: Volt Beverage Labs

Volt Energy Elixirs High-Impact Rebrand

Transformed an outdated energy drink into a sleek, brutalist wellness energy tonic featuring acid lime accents on matte carbon cans.

Can Wrap ArchitectureDynamic Typographic LogoKey Visuals

Outcome & Impact

300% increase in wholesale pre-orders; picked up by Whole Foods and Target nationwide.

Supporting Selected Works

2 additional projects
Strata Athletics Technical Apparel Identity
Full Brand Identity2023

Luxury & Fashion • Strata Apparel

Strata Athletics Technical Apparel Identity

Engineered a technical, high-performance emblem and micro-badge system heat-pressed onto aerospace-grade running apparel.

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HyperLoop Audio Club Brand Identity
Campaign Visuals2024

Culture & Arts • HyperLoop Sound

HyperLoop Audio Club Brand Identity

Devised a variable dynamic logo that shifts its geometry in response to bass frequency inputs for an underground electronic music club.

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Core Expertise

Fast-Growth D2C
Sports & Streetwear
Beverage Branding

Skills & Disciplines

Identity SystemsKinetic IdentityTypography HierarchyVector GeometryDesign TokensBrand Collateral

Industry Experience

Beverage & FMCGLuxury & FashionCulture & ArtsConsumer Electronics

Tools & Technologies

IllustratorFigmaAfter EffectsPhotoshopGlyphs
Work Style:Remote
Languages:English (Native)
Engagement Rate:$155/hr
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