As the University of Illinois’s only peer-reviewed and student-run undergraduate research journal published by the university library, Brain Matters has quite the reputation to upkeep. With the role of Design Chair on the organization’s executive board, I was tasked with designing the overall layout and face of the journal.

The final product establishes brand identity by implementing distinctive design elements, increases professionalism and credibility with a strong visual hierarchy, and improves readability for our consumers through layout and typography.