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Code for America Communications Style Guide

The document is a comprehensive brand style guide for Code for America, detailing its mission to enhance government and citizenship through innovation and collaboration. It outlines the organization's design values, logo usage, typography, and corporate colors, emphasizing the importance of a cohesive brand identity. Key guidelines include maintaining a human-centric message in communications and adhering to specific standards for the design and representation of the brand.

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Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Brand Overview Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Our Vision Code for America believes that in order to improve government, we need to improve citizenship. Forward-thinking public servants across the country are leveraging QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR BRAND STANDARDS? technology to innovate the way our cities work — and it’s accelerated by the exchange of ideas, solutions, and best practices between like-minded leaders. We help Imagery governments restructure to create low-risk settings for innovation, engage citizens to Video create better services, and support ongoing competition in the govtech marketplace. Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Mission Design Elements Code for America envisions a government that works by the people, for the people, in Downloads the 21st century. Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org)
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Design Values Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Our Design Values Code for America aims to improve the relationships between citizens and government. The logo, materials, and character of the Code for America brand were created to express the following: Imagery • Openness: That the organization is approachable, easy to understand, easy to get Video involved with, and welcoming to both scrutiny and participation. Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads WHAT IS BRAND IDENTITY? A brand is a set of attributes that differentiates one organization’s offerings from another’s. A brand identity is how a company visually and verbally communicates these • Currency + Progress: We’ve attempted to showcase the latest events and stories in attributes to key audiences. civic tech, while also using current conventions in web design and technology-based approaches. We also strive to show a thread of progress over time. • Optimism: We wanted to emphasize the fact that Code for America believes in the WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? future of our communities and local governments. The idea to portray is: "We can Creating a clear, consistent and make this better together." understandable brand identity, brand attributes and the way they Using the Guide are expressed must be closely This guide provides framework and examples for upholding the brand throughout all cohesive identity, we use the past aspects of communications. linked. When we present a successes of our network to unlock new opportunities in civic tech. It is intended to help anyone involved with communications for Code for America and its affiliate programs. This includes everyone involved in developing or producing products and services and their names, advertising, public relations materials, presentations, promotional pieces, instructional materials, exhibits, packaging, stationery, business cards and other expressions of the Code for America brand. All Code for America associates are responsible for ensuring the materials produced under their supervision adhere to these standards.
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Messaging Following are some guidelines and suggestions to send the right message and create the right mood for Code for America. Getting the message and mood right is a key measure of the success of each communication. Imagery Verbiage Style Video Humanistic. Base the message in humanity and the human experience, not in Iconography technical terms. Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads NEED HELP WITH MESSAGING? Impactful. Use powerful, easy to understand wording. Visually and verbally, less is more. Confident. Our message should be positive yet subtle, not boastful. Test the visual and verbal content with the target audience to be sure that you’re communicating what you want to communicate. Clean and crisp. Use elegant, simple but effective communication. Conversational. The message should speak with people, not talk at them. Engage the reader by speaking in a common language. Avoid jargon. Humorous. Humor can go a long way in breaking the ice and creating a fun experience that others will want to be a part of. Respectful and professional. Not all cultures share the same values. Be aware that everyone comes from different backgrounds and experiences and might not feel the same way as you. Word Consistency • The “f” in Code for America is always lowercase. • The abbreviation Code for America should read “CfA.” The single exception is when CODE FOR AMERICA is in a heading or title and the entire name is capitalized to keep style with the rest of the document. • “Datasets” is one word. • “Open source” is two words, “opensourcing” is one word. • URLs do not include “www.” • Only capitalize the word “brigade” when it refers to the Code for America Brigade program or the name of your brigade. When referring to a local brigade or collection of brigades, use lower case. Example: There is a brigade where I live. It’s called the Code for San Francisco Brigade. Communications Center For more information about CfA communications, please visit our Communications Center > (http://codeforamerica.org/communications) Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org)
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Our Logo Our logo is a reflection of our motivating and forward-thinking spirit. It is the most recognizable and important element of Code for America’s brand. The modern, sans serif typeface combined with an elegant script ‘for’ symbolizes our new way of thinking and represents the excellence we strive for in all we do. The red and light blue color combination is a fresh take on our nation’s traditional red, white and blue colors. Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps an individual’s signature. It authenticates the source of a product, service, document or values for which the company Correct use of the Code for America logo is essential in establishing a single, unified branding image. Please use the logo only as it was created. Do not alter the logo in any way, such as recreating the type or changing the color. stands. Non-standard versions of a logo confuse its meaning and dilute its power. Proper use of the logos are Download our logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) essential for maintaining a clear and consistent brand. Imagery Video A logo serves the same purpose as communication and represents the Typography Corporate Colors IMPORTANCE OF A LOGO Color Versions 2-color (Primary) 1-color (Gray) Black Reversed-out (white) Design Elements Downloads
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Clear Space A clear space surrounding the logo is recommended to provide maximum clarity and visual impact. It is usually desirable to allow more clear space. The size of the clear space is determined by the height of the letter A in “America”. Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org) Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups x Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors x x Imagery x x Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR BRAND STANDARDS? Sizing To ensure proper legibility of the logo, it should not be used at a size smaller than 1” wide. 1”
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Incorrect Usage Never use anything but the approved and provided logos. Never attempt to recreate the Code for America logo. Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Download logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Never use the logo in non-approved colors. Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Never stretch or alter the logo’s proportions. Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Never add to the logo in an non-approved way. See Adding to the Logo > Other Subtitle Never use the logo as part of a sentence or phrase. Use the words ‘Code for America’ as part of the sentence instead. JOIN IN A CITY NEAR YOU. JOIN CODE FOR AMERICA IN A CITY NEAR YOU. Join Code for America in a city near you. Never use print on top of the logo. ! YO U VE E LO W
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Adding to the Logo Programs and Events Our Logo Versions Code for America programs, events and other names that will be used as a sub-brand of Space and Sizing Code for America should be typeset using these guidelines. Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Download logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo • Gotham Light • Gray #6D6E71 Typography Corporate Colors Imagery PEER NETWORK • Left and right sides lined up with the A’s in ‘AMERICA’ C I V I C S TA R T U P S • Point size will vary to fit space • Wide tracking, varied to fit Video * Kerned appropriately Iconography * Space above program name should be the same size as the x-height of the ‘o’ in ‘for’, as indicated by the ‘y’ measurement Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Collateral Examples Downloads B R I G A D E FELLOWSHIP y S U M M I T LO N G E R N A M E y S U M M I T Here’s another option for this branding system. This option keeps the tracking and the size of the program/event names the same and centered in the space. We think that although the wide tracking of the first option above isn’t the most ideal, it’s the best solution for this branding problem. Also, FYI, we tried making the short names larger than they are, but that changes the hierarchy order with ‘Code for America’ being the most important. BRIGADE SUMMIT CIVIC STARTUPS
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Collateral Examples Downloads Logo Lockups If you are creating an icon or logo with your program, please use these existing logos as a reference. Make sure new logos are similar in style to these. Download these logos at codeforamerica.org/logos >
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Treatment with other Logos If you need to identify that your organization is a partner of Code for America, please use this type treatment, either locked up with your logo or on it’s own. Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo A CODE FOR AMERICA PARTNER A C O D E F O R A M E R I C A PA R T N E R • Do not recreate, unless different verbiage is needed • Use at no smaller than 6 points Typography • Gotham Light Corporate Colors • Gray #6D6E71 Imagery • Tracking at 140 • Kerned appropriately Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads A CODE FOR AMERICA PARTNER A CODE FOR AMERICA PARTNER Do not recreate the Code for America logo style for your own logo. CARIBBEAN CARIBBEAN
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Secondary Logo This logo, called the “flag tag logo”, is a secondary logo that can be used in places where the primary logo isn’t necessary. For example, it can be used as a signoff at the QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR BRAND STANDARDS? end of a piece, or any small area where the primary logo is already on the page somewhere else. Only use approved color versions of the logo and do not recreate the logo in any way. Download flag tag logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org)
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Typography Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Official Fonts Additional Print Fonts Official Fonts Typography plays a major role in shaping a brand. To help TO OBTAIN FONTS create a consistent identity for all printed and electronic materials generated, standard typeface families have been chosen for use in all media (marketing materials, corporate communications, signage, website, etc.). Corporate Colors Imagery Headers and Callouts Video The typeface Gotham should be used as the primary font whenever possible in Iconography communication materials. Its clean, modern lines embody the humanistic and Charts, Graphs, Maps confident spirit of CfA. Design Elements If you are unable to obtain access to the Gotham, a substitute font, Open Sans, may be Downloads used for electronic communications. Open Sans is from Google, and is a free, open-source font optimized for the web. GOTHAM HTF GOTHAM LIGHT | Gotham Light GOTHAM BOOK | Gotham Book GOTHAM MEDIUM | Gotham Medium GOTHAM BOLD | Gotham Bold GOTHAM BLACK | Gotham Black GOTHAM ULTRA | Gotham Ultra GOTHAM MEDIUM ITALIC | Gotham Medium Italic GOTHAM BOLD ITALIC | Gotham Bold Italic DOWNLOAD > OPEN SANS OPEN SANS LIGHT | Open Sans Light OPEN SANS REGULAR | Open Sans Regular OPEN SANS SEMI BOLD | Open Sans Semi Bold OPEN SANS BOLD | Open Sans Bold OPEN SANS EXTRA BOLD | Open Sans Extra Bold DOWNLOAD > Paragraph Text The typeface Sentinel should be used as the primary font for body copy. If you are unable to obtain access to the Sentinel, a substitute font, Belgrano, may be used for electronic communications. Belgrano is from Google, and is a free, open-source font optimized for the web. Sentinel SENTINEL BOOK | SENTINEL BOOK {Need rest of font family} DOWNLOAD > Belgrano {Need font family} DOWNLOAD > For Web Please use these specs when using type on the web. Headers: Gotham Bold HTF / Open Sans Bold / Helvetica Bold / Arial Bold 26/34 (size/leading) Hex # 000000 Subheaders: Gotham Bold HTF / Open Sans Bold / Helvetica Bold / Arial Bold 18/22 (size/leading) Hex # 000000 Paragraph Text: Sentinel Book / Belgrano / Times Regular 13/21 (size/leading) Hex # 6D6E71 Download Google fonts here (http://www.google.com/fonts) Find fonts at Lost Type (http://www.losttype.com) CfA recommends a $30 donation for each font downloaded Purchase fonts at MyFonts (http://www.myfonts.com/)
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Typography Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Official Fonts Additional Print Fonts These typefaces can be used as an optional choices for more individualized communication materials, like posters, stickers, etc. Please use sparingly and with intent. Download Google fonts here (http://www.google.com/fonts) Additional Print Fonts Corporate Colors Imagery Video Find fonts at Lost Type (http://www.losttype.com) CfA recommends a $30 donation for each font downloaded CUBANO Cubano Regular Iconography DOWNLOAD > Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads TO OBTAIN FONTS Mission Script Mission Script Regular DOWNLOAD > Purchase fonts at MyFonts (http://www.myfonts.com/)
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Corporate Colors Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Color Palette Code for America’s corporate colors are a key way to quickly identify with our organization. The red, blue, and gray combination emulates our spirit and pride for our country. The use of these colors ensures the consistent representation of CfA’s brand identity. Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Primary Colors The CfA blue, red, gray, and black should be used as the primary colors in all corporate materials. (Will finalize these colors after brochure design) Downloads Corporate Red Corporate Blue Corporate Gray Corporate Black PMS 193U PMS 2915M or 292C PMS Cool Gray 10 PMS Black U C13 M94 Y69 K4 or 299U C58 M49 Y46 K15 C0 M0 Y0 R204 G39 B62 C70 M24 Y0 R109 G110 B113 R0 G0 B0 #cf1b41 R63 G158 B216 #6D6E71 #000000 K0 K100 #399fd3 Secondary Colors These colors can be used with discretion in communication pieces such as the annual report, brochures, or posters. (Will finalize these colors after brochure/flyer design) Dark Blue Light Blue Dark Gray Medium Gray Light Gray PMS 302U PMS 297U PMS 446U PMS Cool Gray 6 PMS Cool Gray 1 C81 M66 Y51 K43 C50 M15 Y7 C43 M37 Y36 K1 C43 M37 Y36 K1 C9 M6 Y7 K0 R47 G61 B74 R122 G181 B214 R153 G149 B149 R153 G149 B149 R229 G229 B229 #2f3d4a #7ab5d6 #999595 #999595 #e5e5e5 Orange Purple Teal Medium Blue Yellow PMS 165U PMS 2597U PMS 3275U PMS 314U PMS 109U C6 M62 Y96 K0 C69 M75 C73 M18 Y68 K3 C72 M27 Y16 R232 G125 B43 R105 G87 B156 R0 G161 B117 R66 G152 B187 R254 G221 B68 #e87d2b #69579C #00a175 #4298bb #fedd44 K0 Y7 K0 K0 C2 M10 Y80 K0
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Imagery Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Imagery should show the human aspect of our organization. Focus on people doing an activity, and working together as a group. When promoting a specific city, unique characteristics about that city should be featured. Imagery To view current photos visit: Video http://www.flickr.com/photos/codeforamerica Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements http://codeforamerica.tumblr.com Original Photos Downloads Darkened Photos To darken the photo so white text can be placed over it, add a black box at 40% opacitiy over the entire photo. If there are still bright spots that make the text hard to read, you may need to spot darken the photo in those particular areas. Download sample darkened photo > What if we offered government What if we offered government not just our voices, but also our hands? not just our voices, but also our hands? What if we offered government not just our voices, but also our hands? Profile Photos For employee, brigade, partner or fellow photos, use a textured background like a brick or cement wall if possible. Person’s face should be off center and just a bit of his/her shoulders visible. Use bright, natural lighting and a large aperature (e.g. F4.0 or F5.6) so the face is in focus and the background is slighly out of focus. Photos should exude warmth and friendliness.
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Video Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Video We recommend using a 50mm lens with a shallow depth of field for videos. Preferred OUR VIDEOS aspect ratio is 16x9. We like using Vimeo or Youtube. Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/codeforamerica) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/codeforamerica)
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Iconography Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Icons Icons are a great way to add visual interest to materials. They allow a reader to create a visual connection to a section and quickly identify to that content. Icons should be simple and identifiable at a small scale. ICON SOURCES The Noun Project (http://thenounproject.com) Imagery Purchase at Shutterstock (http://www.shutterstock.com) Video Iconography Sample Icons> (http://style.codeforamerica.org) Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads **Note: We’re currently working on our real icons. Stay tuned. To Create an Icon: 1 2 3 Create an icon, or download an Copy the icon and offset at an Align the icon inside the icon from thenounproject and angle behind and below the top corporate blue or corporate gray make sure to credit the designer. icon to create a shadow effect. circle. You may need to fine tune The icon should have simple The shadow color is #000000. the alignment to achieve a uniform lines as opposed to visually aligned icon. Turn the detailed and complex. shadow to 30% opacity.
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Charts, Graphs, Maps Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Charts and Graphs Code for America’s bold and graphical style should be extended in the same manner when creating a chart or graph. See below for style reference. Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Maps Visit MapBox to download this standard map option. Geography should be represented using solid colors and bold shapes with estimated edges. See below for reference. MAP To create a similar map, visit MapBox and choose these settings.
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Design Elements Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Other Design Elements These design elements are examples of the Code for America brand extension. The core brand feel should remain clean, bold, and sophisticated yet friendly. Refer to these examples as a starting point when creating pieces under the CfA brand. Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Dividers and Graphic Elements Design Elements Downloads Type Treatments 2013 1 2 3 4 Image Carousel Numbers Local Service Apps Header Example 837 Number Callout Style Callouts PEOPLE SIGN UP Call to Action Button
Home / About this Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Downloads Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Downloads Please download these logos and follow this website style guide for all Code for America materials. File types and uses .eps = EPS (for print and vendor use) Logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Design Elements and Patterns > (http://style.codeforamerica.org) Supplied as vector-based art, scalable for large applications; These files are the most versatile and may be used at any size. Charts, Graphs, Maps Ideal for high-end print and display use. Design Elements color formats: PMS, CMYK, RGB, black, white Downloads DOWNLOADS .tif = TIFF (for PowerPoint, Word and other publishing software) Supplied at 300 dpi for optimum appearance in presentations. .jpg = JPEG, .gif = GIF (for web, PowerPoint and Word) Supplied at 72 dpi for optimum appearance online. Ideal when a small file size is needed. .png = PNG (for web) Supplied at 72 dpi with a transparent background. .pdf = PDF (for all uses) Supplied as vector-based art, scalable for large applications. Questions? > Email info@codeforamerica.org

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Code for America Communications Style Guide

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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Brand Overview Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Our Vision Code for America believes that in order to improve government, we need to improve citizenship. Forward-thinking public servants across the country are leveraging QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR BRAND STANDARDS? technology to innovate the way our cities work — and it’s accelerated by the exchange of ideas, solutions, and best practices between like-minded leaders. We help Imagery governments restructure to create low-risk settings for innovation, engage citizens to Video create better services, and support ongoing competition in the govtech marketplace. Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Mission Design Elements Code for America envisions a government that works by the people, for the people, in Downloads the 21st century. Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org)
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Design Values Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Our Design Values Code for America aims to improve the relationships between citizens and government. The logo, materials, and character of the Code for America brand were created to express the following: Imagery • Openness: That the organization is approachable, easy to understand, easy to get Video involved with, and welcoming to both scrutiny and participation. Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads WHAT IS BRAND IDENTITY? A brand is a set of attributes that differentiates one organization’s offerings from another’s. A brand identity is how a company visually and verbally communicates these • Currency + Progress: We’ve attempted to showcase the latest events and stories in attributes to key audiences. civic tech, while also using current conventions in web design and technology-based approaches. We also strive to show a thread of progress over time. • Optimism: We wanted to emphasize the fact that Code for America believes in the WHY IS IT IMPORTANT? future of our communities and local governments. The idea to portray is: "We can Creating a clear, consistent and make this better together." understandable brand identity, brand attributes and the way they Using the Guide are expressed must be closely This guide provides framework and examples for upholding the brand throughout all cohesive identity, we use the past aspects of communications. linked. When we present a successes of our network to unlock new opportunities in civic tech. It is intended to help anyone involved with communications for Code for America and its affiliate programs. This includes everyone involved in developing or producing products and services and their names, advertising, public relations materials, presentations, promotional pieces, instructional materials, exhibits, packaging, stationery, business cards and other expressions of the Code for America brand. All Code for America associates are responsible for ensuring the materials produced under their supervision adhere to these standards.
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Messaging Following are some guidelines and suggestions to send the right message and create the right mood for Code for America. Getting the message and mood right is a key measure of the success of each communication. Imagery Verbiage Style Video Humanistic. Base the message in humanity and the human experience, not in Iconography technical terms. Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads NEED HELP WITH MESSAGING? Impactful. Use powerful, easy to understand wording. Visually and verbally, less is more. Confident. Our message should be positive yet subtle, not boastful. Test the visual and verbal content with the target audience to be sure that you’re communicating what you want to communicate. Clean and crisp. Use elegant, simple but effective communication. Conversational. The message should speak with people, not talk at them. Engage the reader by speaking in a common language. Avoid jargon. Humorous. Humor can go a long way in breaking the ice and creating a fun experience that others will want to be a part of. Respectful and professional. Not all cultures share the same values. Be aware that everyone comes from different backgrounds and experiences and might not feel the same way as you. Word Consistency • The “f” in Code for America is always lowercase. • The abbreviation Code for America should read “CfA.” The single exception is when CODE FOR AMERICA is in a heading or title and the entire name is capitalized to keep style with the rest of the document. • “Datasets” is one word. • “Open source” is two words, “opensourcing” is one word. • URLs do not include “www.” • Only capitalize the word “brigade” when it refers to the Code for America Brigade program or the name of your brigade. When referring to a local brigade or collection of brigades, use lower case. Example: There is a brigade where I live. It’s called the Code for San Francisco Brigade. Communications Center For more information about CfA communications, please visit our Communications Center > (http://codeforamerica.org/communications) Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org)
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Our Logo Our logo is a reflection of our motivating and forward-thinking spirit. It is the most recognizable and important element of Code for America’s brand. The modern, sans serif typeface combined with an elegant script ‘for’ symbolizes our new way of thinking and represents the excellence we strive for in all we do. The red and light blue color combination is a fresh take on our nation’s traditional red, white and blue colors. Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps an individual’s signature. It authenticates the source of a product, service, document or values for which the company Correct use of the Code for America logo is essential in establishing a single, unified branding image. Please use the logo only as it was created. Do not alter the logo in any way, such as recreating the type or changing the color. stands. Non-standard versions of a logo confuse its meaning and dilute its power. Proper use of the logos are Download our logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) essential for maintaining a clear and consistent brand. Imagery Video A logo serves the same purpose as communication and represents the Typography Corporate Colors IMPORTANCE OF A LOGO Color Versions 2-color (Primary) 1-color (Gray) Black Reversed-out (white) Design Elements Downloads
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Clear Space A clear space surrounding the logo is recommended to provide maximum clarity and visual impact. It is usually desirable to allow more clear space. The size of the clear space is determined by the height of the letter A in “America”. Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org) Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups x Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors x x Imagery x x Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR BRAND STANDARDS? Sizing To ensure proper legibility of the logo, it should not be used at a size smaller than 1” wide. 1”
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Incorrect Usage Never use anything but the approved and provided logos. Never attempt to recreate the Code for America logo. Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Download logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Never use the logo in non-approved colors. Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Never stretch or alter the logo’s proportions. Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Never add to the logo in an non-approved way. See Adding to the Logo > Other Subtitle Never use the logo as part of a sentence or phrase. Use the words ‘Code for America’ as part of the sentence instead. JOIN IN A CITY NEAR YOU. JOIN CODE FOR AMERICA IN A CITY NEAR YOU. Join Code for America in a city near you. Never use print on top of the logo. ! YO U VE E LO W
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Adding to the Logo Programs and Events Our Logo Versions Code for America programs, events and other names that will be used as a sub-brand of Space and Sizing Code for America should be typeset using these guidelines. Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Download logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo • Gotham Light • Gray #6D6E71 Typography Corporate Colors Imagery PEER NETWORK • Left and right sides lined up with the A’s in ‘AMERICA’ C I V I C S TA R T U P S • Point size will vary to fit space • Wide tracking, varied to fit Video * Kerned appropriately Iconography * Space above program name should be the same size as the x-height of the ‘o’ in ‘for’, as indicated by the ‘y’ measurement Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Collateral Examples Downloads B R I G A D E FELLOWSHIP y S U M M I T LO N G E R N A M E y S U M M I T Here’s another option for this branding system. This option keeps the tracking and the size of the program/event names the same and centered in the space. We think that although the wide tracking of the first option above isn’t the most ideal, it’s the best solution for this branding problem. Also, FYI, we tried making the short names larger than they are, but that changes the hierarchy order with ‘Code for America’ being the most important. BRIGADE SUMMIT CIVIC STARTUPS
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Collateral Examples Downloads Logo Lockups If you are creating an icon or logo with your program, please use these existing logos as a reference. Make sure new logos are similar in style to these. Download these logos at codeforamerica.org/logos >
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Treatment with other Logos If you need to identify that your organization is a partner of Code for America, please use this type treatment, either locked up with your logo or on it’s own. Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo A CODE FOR AMERICA PARTNER A C O D E F O R A M E R I C A PA R T N E R • Do not recreate, unless different verbiage is needed • Use at no smaller than 6 points Typography • Gotham Light Corporate Colors • Gray #6D6E71 Imagery • Tracking at 140 • Kerned appropriately Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads A CODE FOR AMERICA PARTNER A CODE FOR AMERICA PARTNER Do not recreate the Code for America logo style for your own logo. CARIBBEAN CARIBBEAN
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Our Logo Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Versions Space and Sizing Incorrect Usage Adding to the Logo Logo Lockups Treatment with other Logos Secondary Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Secondary Logo This logo, called the “flag tag logo”, is a secondary logo that can be used in places where the primary logo isn’t necessary. For example, it can be used as a signoff at the QUESTIONS ABOUT OUR BRAND STANDARDS? end of a piece, or any small area where the primary logo is already on the page somewhere else. Only use approved color versions of the logo and do not recreate the logo in any way. Download flag tag logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Feel free to contact us any time (info@codeforamerica.org)
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Typography Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Official Fonts Additional Print Fonts Official Fonts Typography plays a major role in shaping a brand. To help TO OBTAIN FONTS create a consistent identity for all printed and electronic materials generated, standard typeface families have been chosen for use in all media (marketing materials, corporate communications, signage, website, etc.). Corporate Colors Imagery Headers and Callouts Video The typeface Gotham should be used as the primary font whenever possible in Iconography communication materials. Its clean, modern lines embody the humanistic and Charts, Graphs, Maps confident spirit of CfA. Design Elements If you are unable to obtain access to the Gotham, a substitute font, Open Sans, may be Downloads used for electronic communications. Open Sans is from Google, and is a free, open-source font optimized for the web. GOTHAM HTF GOTHAM LIGHT | Gotham Light GOTHAM BOOK | Gotham Book GOTHAM MEDIUM | Gotham Medium GOTHAM BOLD | Gotham Bold GOTHAM BLACK | Gotham Black GOTHAM ULTRA | Gotham Ultra GOTHAM MEDIUM ITALIC | Gotham Medium Italic GOTHAM BOLD ITALIC | Gotham Bold Italic DOWNLOAD > OPEN SANS OPEN SANS LIGHT | Open Sans Light OPEN SANS REGULAR | Open Sans Regular OPEN SANS SEMI BOLD | Open Sans Semi Bold OPEN SANS BOLD | Open Sans Bold OPEN SANS EXTRA BOLD | Open Sans Extra Bold DOWNLOAD > Paragraph Text The typeface Sentinel should be used as the primary font for body copy. If you are unable to obtain access to the Sentinel, a substitute font, Belgrano, may be used for electronic communications. Belgrano is from Google, and is a free, open-source font optimized for the web. Sentinel SENTINEL BOOK | SENTINEL BOOK {Need rest of font family} DOWNLOAD > Belgrano {Need font family} DOWNLOAD > For Web Please use these specs when using type on the web. Headers: Gotham Bold HTF / Open Sans Bold / Helvetica Bold / Arial Bold 26/34 (size/leading) Hex # 000000 Subheaders: Gotham Bold HTF / Open Sans Bold / Helvetica Bold / Arial Bold 18/22 (size/leading) Hex # 000000 Paragraph Text: Sentinel Book / Belgrano / Times Regular 13/21 (size/leading) Hex # 6D6E71 Download Google fonts here (http://www.google.com/fonts) Find fonts at Lost Type (http://www.losttype.com) CfA recommends a $30 donation for each font downloaded Purchase fonts at MyFonts (http://www.myfonts.com/)
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Typography Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Official Fonts Additional Print Fonts These typefaces can be used as an optional choices for more individualized communication materials, like posters, stickers, etc. Please use sparingly and with intent. Download Google fonts here (http://www.google.com/fonts) Additional Print Fonts Corporate Colors Imagery Video Find fonts at Lost Type (http://www.losttype.com) CfA recommends a $30 donation for each font downloaded CUBANO Cubano Regular Iconography DOWNLOAD > Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads TO OBTAIN FONTS Mission Script Mission Script Regular DOWNLOAD > Purchase fonts at MyFonts (http://www.myfonts.com/)
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Corporate Colors Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Color Palette Code for America’s corporate colors are a key way to quickly identify with our organization. The red, blue, and gray combination emulates our spirit and pride for our country. The use of these colors ensures the consistent representation of CfA’s brand identity. Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Primary Colors The CfA blue, red, gray, and black should be used as the primary colors in all corporate materials. (Will finalize these colors after brochure design) Downloads Corporate Red Corporate Blue Corporate Gray Corporate Black PMS 193U PMS 2915M or 292C PMS Cool Gray 10 PMS Black U C13 M94 Y69 K4 or 299U C58 M49 Y46 K15 C0 M0 Y0 R204 G39 B62 C70 M24 Y0 R109 G110 B113 R0 G0 B0 #cf1b41 R63 G158 B216 #6D6E71 #000000 K0 K100 #399fd3 Secondary Colors These colors can be used with discretion in communication pieces such as the annual report, brochures, or posters. (Will finalize these colors after brochure/flyer design) Dark Blue Light Blue Dark Gray Medium Gray Light Gray PMS 302U PMS 297U PMS 446U PMS Cool Gray 6 PMS Cool Gray 1 C81 M66 Y51 K43 C50 M15 Y7 C43 M37 Y36 K1 C43 M37 Y36 K1 C9 M6 Y7 K0 R47 G61 B74 R122 G181 B214 R153 G149 B149 R153 G149 B149 R229 G229 B229 #2f3d4a #7ab5d6 #999595 #999595 #e5e5e5 Orange Purple Teal Medium Blue Yellow PMS 165U PMS 2597U PMS 3275U PMS 314U PMS 109U C6 M62 Y96 K0 C69 M75 C73 M18 Y68 K3 C72 M27 Y16 R232 G125 B43 R105 G87 B156 R0 G161 B117 R66 G152 B187 R254 G221 B68 #e87d2b #69579C #00a175 #4298bb #fedd44 K0 Y7 K0 K0 C2 M10 Y80 K0
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Imagery Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Imagery should show the human aspect of our organization. Focus on people doing an activity, and working together as a group. When promoting a specific city, unique characteristics about that city should be featured. Imagery To view current photos visit: Video http://www.flickr.com/photos/codeforamerica Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements http://codeforamerica.tumblr.com Original Photos Downloads Darkened Photos To darken the photo so white text can be placed over it, add a black box at 40% opacitiy over the entire photo. If there are still bright spots that make the text hard to read, you may need to spot darken the photo in those particular areas. Download sample darkened photo > What if we offered government What if we offered government not just our voices, but also our hands? not just our voices, but also our hands? What if we offered government not just our voices, but also our hands? Profile Photos For employee, brigade, partner or fellow photos, use a textured background like a brick or cement wall if possible. Person’s face should be off center and just a bit of his/her shoulders visible. Use bright, natural lighting and a large aperature (e.g. F4.0 or F5.6) so the face is in focus and the background is slighly out of focus. Photos should exude warmth and friendliness.
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Video Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Video We recommend using a 50mm lens with a shallow depth of field for videos. Preferred OUR VIDEOS aspect ratio is 16x9. We like using Vimeo or Youtube. Vimeo (https://vimeo.com/codeforamerica) YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/codeforamerica)
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Iconography Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Icons Icons are a great way to add visual interest to materials. They allow a reader to create a visual connection to a section and quickly identify to that content. Icons should be simple and identifiable at a small scale. ICON SOURCES The Noun Project (http://thenounproject.com) Imagery Purchase at Shutterstock (http://www.shutterstock.com) Video Iconography Sample Icons> (http://style.codeforamerica.org) Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads **Note: We’re currently working on our real icons. Stay tuned. To Create an Icon: 1 2 3 Create an icon, or download an Copy the icon and offset at an Align the icon inside the icon from thenounproject and angle behind and below the top corporate blue or corporate gray make sure to credit the designer. icon to create a shadow effect. circle. You may need to fine tune The icon should have simple The shadow color is #000000. the alignment to achieve a uniform lines as opposed to visually aligned icon. Turn the detailed and complex. shadow to 30% opacity.
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Charts, Graphs, Maps Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Charts and Graphs Code for America’s bold and graphical style should be extended in the same manner when creating a chart or graph. See below for style reference. Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Design Elements Downloads Maps Visit MapBox to download this standard map option. Geography should be represented using solid colors and bold shapes with estimated edges. See below for reference. MAP To create a similar map, visit MapBox and choose these settings.
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Design Elements Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Other Design Elements These design elements are examples of the Code for America brand extension. The core brand feel should remain clean, bold, and sophisticated yet friendly. Refer to these examples as a starting point when creating pieces under the CfA brand. Imagery Video Iconography Charts, Graphs, Maps Dividers and Graphic Elements Design Elements Downloads Type Treatments 2013 1 2 3 4 Image Carousel Numbers Local Service Apps Header Example 837 Number Callout Style Callouts PEOPLE SIGN UP Call to Action Button
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    Home / Aboutthis Guide / Contact / Sitemap BRAND STYLE GUIDE Downloads Brand Overview Design Values Messaging Our Logo Typography Corporate Colors Imagery Video Iconography Downloads Please download these logos and follow this website style guide for all Code for America materials. File types and uses .eps = EPS (for print and vendor use) Logos > (http://codeforamerica.org/logos) Design Elements and Patterns > (http://style.codeforamerica.org) Supplied as vector-based art, scalable for large applications; These files are the most versatile and may be used at any size. Charts, Graphs, Maps Ideal for high-end print and display use. Design Elements color formats: PMS, CMYK, RGB, black, white Downloads DOWNLOADS .tif = TIFF (for PowerPoint, Word and other publishing software) Supplied at 300 dpi for optimum appearance in presentations. .jpg = JPEG, .gif = GIF (for web, PowerPoint and Word) Supplied at 72 dpi for optimum appearance online. Ideal when a small file size is needed. .png = PNG (for web) Supplied at 72 dpi with a transparent background. .pdf = PDF (for all uses) Supplied as vector-based art, scalable for large applications. Questions? > Email info@codeforamerica.org