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09.29.10

Redesigning the Johnson College Viewbook

Johnson College and BlackOut Design have achieved success on yet another project. We have completely redesigned the Johnson College Viewbook. The Viewbook is an integral element of any college admissions process. Viewbooks are large brochures that highlight degrees, opportunities, and more. The Johnson College Viewbook is now welcoming, bright and clear. It will be sending […]

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08.25.10

Johnson College Billboard

One of the many ways in which Johnson College and BlackOut Design have been working together is to increase awareness of the wonderful opportunities available at Johnson College.  Our latest project has been to design and implement billboard advertising for their Open House campaign. Johnson College offers education for various careers in technology, health services […]

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07.22.10

Internship, Month Two

Another month has passed and I have gained much more knowledge of this web world.  Photoshop and I were not getting along for a while.  But, I believe we reached an understanding yesterday.  I may never be the web design prodigy that I had hoped for, but I am perfectly capable of learning.   I think […]

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06.30.10

Happy Social Media Day

June 30th is now synonymous with the day to celebrate social media.  Yay!!  Media has certainly become social thanks to advancements in both technology and society.  Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn have all allowed us to connect and communicate with one another across the world. BlackOut Design is grateful to have a day to celebrate and […]

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06.30.10

Thank you to everyone who has been a part of our first seven years!

I recently looked at some documents here at the office and came across an interesting bit of information – we officially turned 7 as a company during the first week of June. Over those 7 years we have worked with over 100 clients on over 225 projects. Each of those projects was taken on with […]

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06.21.10

Rock United Logo

The United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties has paired with BlackOut Design to create a logo for their Rock United campaign. The event has become a Battle of the Bands fundraiser to assist low income children, families, and elderly individuals in Lackawanna and Wayne Counties. Approximately eight local bands will be chosen to compete […]

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06.16.10

Internship – One Month Later

A month into this new world is proving to be rather positive.   Complete confidence?  Not so much.  But I have performed technological tasks with which I am gradually gaining understanding.  Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and FileZilla are absolutely fascinating tools.   I had no clue as to the many elements involved to build a website.  Honestly, I do […]

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06.07.10

Logo Design for CHAD Lions

We are pleased to introduce the new logo for the CHAD Lions soccer team!  The Charter High School for Architecture and Design (CHAD) is a public, independent, and tuition-free high school in Philadelphia, PA.  CHAD provides such a wonderful opportunity for so many young people.  It creates a thoughtful academic environment that encourages love of […]

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05.19.10

BlackOut Design Internship – Week 1

Monday, May 10th was day one for me.  The five-minute drive from West Side was the perfect distance as to not get myself too nervous for this new journey.  A few deep breathes was all the time I had before entering this new world of technology and other unknowns.  I was quickly welcomed and lead […]

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05.14.10

Keystone Automation Business Cards

Following our successful engagement with Keystone Automation on a logo design, BlackOut helped Keystone Automation staff extend the impact of their recharged brand with new business cards. Your business card leaves a lasting impression with clients and potential customers. The staff of Keystone Automation can now feel confident that, each time they hand one out, […]

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05.12.10

Johnson College Center for Sustainability Logo

We take green practices seriously at BlackOut Design so we were proud to assist Johnson College’s newly formed Center for Sustainability in designing a logo that demonstrated the forward-thinking work being done at the Center. The Center for Sustainability at Johnson College is dedicated to fostering a regional understanding and application of green and sustainable […]

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04.20.10

Creative Design: St. Patrick’s Day Edition

This St. Patrick’s Day, our Art Director Phil Barket wasn’t satisfied to simply wear the green. Phil designed custom shirts to celebrate the true spirit of St. Patrick’s Day: alcoholic robots. Featuring Futurama’s Bender and O’Zorgnax’s Pub, Phil created a shirt that would set him apart in a sea of St. Patrick’s Day revelers.

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