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Minimum Size 17 Exhibition Panel 51
Brand Architecture Flipping 18 Signage 53
Incorrect Usage 19
What is Brand Architecture for? 8 Colour Palette: Primary Palette 20
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Our Brand Architecture 9 Colour Palette: Secondary Palette 21
Secondary Graphics 22 File Naming System
Typography 28
Copywriting Style 30 File Naming System 55
Photography 31
Rules of Photography 33
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Our Brand
Our Brand 4
Our Brand Positioning Statement 5
Our Brand Attributes 6
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Our Brand
Our Brand is our DNA. It defines who we are and what makes Our brand helps us focus our energy on what
matters to us as an organization and to our
us unique. It’s more than just the way we behave and the stakeholders. It helps us deliver an experience
that is relevant to our stakeholders in a way that
way we communicate. The Let’s Play brand is much more is efficient and effective. Our brand helps us
work together as one towards the same goal.
than just our brand signature - it defines what we stand for.
This document introduces our brand positioning
and personality. It encapsulates the key
differentiating characteristics of our brand.
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Our Brand Positioning Statement
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Our Brand Attributes
Our three Brand Attributes are the building blocks for the Brand Positioning.
They define the way we behave and set us apart from our competition.
Vitality
There is a variety of interests, events and activities.
It’s about the spirit of enjoyment
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Brand Architecture
What is Brand Architecture for? 8
Our Brand Architecture 9
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What is Brand Architecture for?
Brand Architecture unites the organisation internally and strengthens internal culture.
A unified approach creates competitive resilience through greater marketing efficiency
and impact.
It allows more succinct delivery of information through a coherent and consistent style.
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Our Brand Architecture
Corporate Name
listed name of the company Singapore Sports Council
Corporate Brand
a brand that is capable of both
representing its own basket of
products /services as well as
endorsing or supporting allied
products/services
Segment
target audience with common
characteristics for which the
Sports Excellence Sports Participation Sports Industry
company creates value
Segment Brand
the brand that represents the
target audience
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Our Brand Architecture
Sports Council’s Ecosystem - The Three Main Thrusts
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Sports Excellence Sports Participation Sports Industry
Let’s Play supports Sports Excellence Let’s Play is our Sports Culture Brand Let’s Play supports The Sports Industry
To drive participation & spectatorship in To help build a sports culture in Singapore. By encouraging us all to become sports
sports for the entire nation and cheer our To energise life through sports’ diverse offer of consumers we can help drive the sports industry.
athletes on at all sports events. enjoyable moments and shared experiences.
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The Core Elements
Our Brand Name 12
Our Brand Identity 13
Brand Identity and Motivators 14
Brand Identity Colours 15
Clear Space 16
Minimum Size 17
Flipping 18
Incorrect Usage 19
Colour Palette: Primary Palette 20
Colour Palette: Secondary Palette 21
Secondary Graphics 22
Typography 28
Copywriting Style 30
Photography 31
Rules of Photography 33
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Our Brand Name
When typesetting our brand name, always set it in either all caps or in title case.
Shown on this page is a common typesetting error which should be avoided.
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Our Brand Identity
Our Brand Identity comes in different colours and different shapes. It’s flexible! The A diverse shape and colour will allow us to deliver
communications for our varied audience and events.
different shapes are called ‘Motivators’ and they are intended to motivate and our The following pages outline how to use our brand identity.
different colours are orange and lime.
Orange
Lime
In order to ensure consistency, please follow these guidelines. DO NOT TRY TO RECREATE OR MISUSE THE LET’S PLAY BRAND IDENTITY. An electronic soft copy of the brand identity should be obtained from the PR & Marketing department.
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Brand Identity and Motivators
We have developed 4 illustrations to house the brand identity. These illustrations These are all acceptable versions of the LET’S PLAY brand
identity, because it represents the diverse and energetic
are called “Motivators”. The LET’S PLAY brand identity appears in the center of these quality of our brand attributes.
motivators.
Each Motivator represents an aspect of sport:
Think about Sport Love Sport Talk about Sport Be a Sports Star
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Brand Identity Colours
The brand identity comes in two colour versions, orange and lime. Depending on the
colour scheme of your application you can choose to use either version.
Orange
Lime Red
P 387 C P 201 C
Mango
P 7406 C
or
Lime Mango
P 7406 C
Green
P 3293 C
Lime
P 387 C
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Clear Space
Clear space refers to the area around the brand identity that should remain clear of The motivator defines the clear space. As a result coloured
backgrounds and various imagery may be applied directly
graphic clutter and therefore allow the brand identity to be read clearly. behind the logo.
In order to ensure consistency, please follow these guidelines. DO NOT TRY TO RECREATE OR MISUSE THE LET’S PLAY BRAND IDENTITY. An electronic soft copy of the brand identity should be obtained from the PR & Marketing department. 16
Minimum Size
The minimum size of the Let’s Play brand identity is 15mm in height. Anything smaller
than this, there will be a risk of not being able to read the words clearly.
15mm
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Flipping
Some of our motivators can flip. This is to allow different arrangements. (see below)
Flipping Think Motivator Flipping Talk Motivator No Flip: There is no need to flip the love
or star motivator as they are symetrical
Original Flipped Original Flipped anyway!
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Incorrect Usage
The examples shown on this page are violations of the endorsement. Please do not try
to recreate the LET’S PLAY brand identity but use the approved version supplied.
Do not change the colours of the identity Do not add shadow to the identity
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Colour: Primary Palette
Our Primary colour palette consists of three colours. These diverse and energetic The Primary Colour Palette discussed on this page refers to
the colour we use for our brandmark.
colours reflect our brand positioning of “Energising life through sports”(please see
following pages for usage) The Secondary Palette discussed on the following page
are colours meant for use on all other communication
materials.
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Colour: Secondary Palette
To accomodate our diverse communication needs, we have developed a secondary The Secondary Palette consists of 36 colours. This gives us
the flexibility to straddle all our communication according
colour palette. The secondary palette colours can be used for specific exhibition or to out different target audiences.
promotional events. You can pick any of the colours below, to suit your application.
(see following pages for usage)
Pantone 292 C Pantone 3005 C Pantone 2726 C Pantone 2747C Pantone 190 C Pantone 225 C Pantone 227 C Pantone 234 C Pantone 381 C Pantone 383 C Pantone 3985 C Pantone 462 C
50C 10M 100C 30M 75C 55M 100C 80M 15K 60M 20Y 85M 15C 100M 25Y 35C 100M 40Y 15C 100Y 10C 80Y 15K 30C 35M 90Y 45C 50M 80Y 40K
Pantone 247 C Pantone 258 C Pantone 2603 C Pantone 269 C Pantone 1788 C Pantone 1797 C Pantone 201 C Pantone 1817 C Pantone 361 C Pantone 367 C Pantone 346 C Pantone 3293 C
40C 90M 20Y 45C 80M 70C 100M 80C 100M 25K 80M 80Y 100M 100KY 10K 100M 100Y 25K 100M 100Y 75K 75C 100Y 35C 65Y 60C 55Y 100C 50Y 45K
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Secondary Graphics We have developed a unique graphic
language that accompanies all our
There are 3 main components outlined in the following
pages that make up our Secondary Graphic system:
• THE TEAR
communication materials. All these visual • POLAROIDS
devices help us articulate the energy, fun • ILLUSTRATION
and diversity of sports.
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Secondary Graphics: The Tear
The tear device is the dominant Secondary Graphic that helps us convey the energy The tear device allows us to create;
1. Space for copywriting
and spontaneity we want our Brand to be associated with. Some quick guides on how 2. Space for imagery
we use this device is shown on the following pages. 3. Endorsement Space for ‘LET’S PLAY’ and co-sponsors logos
NOTE: The photography and logos shown on this page are intentionally shown in black and white for illustrative purposes. For detailed information on photography, please refer to Page
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Secondary Graphics This page shows ways in greater detail how the tear can be used.
Divide the page using ... or tilt the angle of ... and colour it with our
the tear ... the tear ... Secondary Colour Palette!
(a) The tear can create an area of white space suitable Tilting the tear creates a more informal and spontaneous The tear can be moved up and down along the page to
for placing logos along with the Let’s Play Brand. feel to the visual device. accomodate the quantity of text or the size of the image
This is ideal when working with co-sponsers. as shown in the variations above. The tear can also
(b) You can use the tear to create a block of colour for copy. appear in any of the colours from our Secondary Colour
Palette.
(a) (b)
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Secondary Graphics: Unacceptable Usage
No crazy Tears Tear ‘Cleanly’ Across the Page One straight edges Torn Edges on Both Sides Coloured Background Background Corrected
Crazy tears will appear messy. Rip the edge as naturally as Do not tear one side of the Rip both edges as naturally as Avoid using coloured Leaving a clear white space
We want to appear spontaneous, possible. graphic cleanly - this is possible. backgrounds behind any beneath the tear will allow our
not sloppy. inconsistent and appears endorser or sponsors identity. sponsor’s identities to be legible.
unnatural.
NOTE: Do not match colours to this page. The colours use on this page are indicative only of Lime (Pantone 387C). Refer to the section on Colour on Page 20-21 for more information.
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Secondary Graphics: Illustrations
Our second visual element is illustration. It adds another dimension to our visual We recognise that no two designers can ever draw in
the same way. To help budding illustrators and graphic
style that helps communicate diversity and energy. Illustrations are particularly designers replicate this style of illustration as closely as
useful when cost is a factor or when a dash of fun and informality needs to be added. possible, we have developed a step-by-step guide.
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Secondary Graphics: Polaroids
Our last visual element is a way to frame. Sometimes the image can be put in a polaroid,
it makes the image more spontaneous and informal. This is an alternative to using full
bleed images. Shown on this page is an example of how you can use a polaroid.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use.
Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 27
Typography
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Typography: Usage
Using the appropriate typeface can breathe character into a Brand and reinforce its
Positioning. Selecting a consistent typeface will unify our disparate communications.
Using a consistent typeface will unite all disparate communications. Body Copy
Set in Profile Bold for Headings.
Profile Light or Medium can be used for body copy. Always ensure this Set in Profile Light or Medium for Body Copy.
is set at a legible point size that even everyone can read it comfortably.
Leading should be set at 2pt more than the point size.
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Copywriting Style
We have developed 3 simple guides to help when writing copy. The content, style and
tone of voice for written communications are guided by the brand positioning.
We’re matchmakers - That’s why over Aerobics Contest is the Pumpathon We are calling all active seniors to
here at letsplay.com, search engines help Women’s Sports Week is the Flower Power participate in “Twilight at the Marina”
you find likeminded individuals to play Sea Sports Demo is the Marine Mardi Gras this Sunday 12 December. Bring your
your favourite sport with. Seniors Week is the Active Aging Festival swimming gear!
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Photography
The photographic style captures the moments in sports that are candid, informal and connected.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use.
Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 31
Photography
The photographic style works across all the different target audiences.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use.
Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 32
Rules of Photography
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Get Candid Be Informal Be Connected
Photographs taken informally We want to capture the energy We want to show people
without the subject’s knowledge of activity, that may be through connecting to the spirit of sport. So
will capture precious moments colour, supporters or anything. lets select images that have people
that represent the true spirit of connecting with each other or
participation. A picture should be selected for with the sports or activity they are
it’s capacity to communicate the involved in.
Use natural lighting and don’t appropriate energy level and not
worry about just getting people’s one that just communicates the
faces - there are lots of other sports itself.
angles that capture candid
moments.
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Applications
Grid System 35
Stationery System 37
Advertising System 40
Banners 44
Website 46
Exhibition Panel 51
Signage 53
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Grid System
We have developed a three step process that creates a standard grid and works on any format.
Y Y Y
Shortest side ÷ 26 Y Y
Divide the shortest side of your page by Create a horizontal grid by dividing the Then divide your vertical grid into 6
26, each unit will be called “Y”. Create a information area into 10 equal parts. columns (you decide the gutter between
margin around the page with “Y”. the columns). You then have a grid of 6 x
Once the page is divided it allows us to align information across
multiple pages.
10. This can be applied to any format.
For example, the shortest side of a A4 paper is 210 mm, so the unit
“Y” will be 210÷26, which is 8 mm.
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Grid System
We have developed a standard grid to work on different formats.
Using an A4 size format - follow the three Square Page format - follow the three simple Landscape format - follow the three simple
simple steps outlined on the previous page to steps outlined on the previous page to create steps outlined on the previous page to create
create your grid. your grid. your grid.
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Stationery
Namecards
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
Front Back
The stationery shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the stationery should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department. 37
Stationery
Letterhead
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
Front Back
The stationery shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the stationery should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department. 38
Stationery
Envelope
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
Front Back
The stationery shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the stationery should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department. 39
Advertising Template: A Let’s Play communication
(These applications use the primary colour palette)
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The advertisement shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the advertisement should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 40
Advertising Template: An Events Poster
(These applications use the secondary colour palette)
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The advertisement shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the advertisement should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 41
Advertising Template: A Co-sponsored communication
When positioning the ‘Let’s Play’ brand identity you can;
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a 1. Position it with partner identity
consistent look for all our communication materials. 2. Position it with an event name
3. Position it with a person in the image
The advertisement shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the advertisement should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 42
Advertising Template: A Facilities communication
(These applications use the primary colour palette)
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought When positioning the ‘Let’s Play’ brand identity you can;
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a 1. Position it with partner identity
consistent look for all our communication materials. 2. Position it with an event name
3. Position it with a person in the image
The advertisement shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the advertisement should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 43
Banners
Horizontal
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought When positioning the ‘Let’s Play’ brand identity you can;
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a 1. Position it with partner identity
consistent look for all our communication materials. 2. Position it with an event name
3. Position it with a person in the image
Text only
With Graphics
The banners shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the banners should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 44
Banners
Vertical
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought When positioning the ‘Let’s Play’ brand identity you can;
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a 1. Position it with partner identity
consistent look for all our communication materials. 2. Position it with an event name
3. Position it with a person in the image
The banners shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the banners should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 45
Website
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 46
Website
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 47
Website
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 48
Website
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 49
Website
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
Profile Page
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 50
Exhibition Panels
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 51
Exhibition Panels
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 52
Exhibition Panels
Signage For Complexes
These pages give you an indicative look when all the core visual elements are brought
together. Our ambition is to illustrate how using the same elements we can create a
consistent look for all our communication materials.
The website shown on this page is a template. Do not try to recreate this sample. An electronic soft copy of the website should be obtained from your PR & Marketing department.
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced photography intended for commerical use. 53
File Naming
File Naming System 55
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File Naming System
ssc.lp.lime.ai
lime star .eps
illustrator EPS format
think .pdf
Tiff format
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The basic visual components to communicate our brand are included in this document, but the power
to bring our brand to life lies in all our hands. All the decisions we make to communicate our brand
must be inspired by our Brand Positioning:
The photography shown in this book is illustrative and not intended for commerical
use. Always ensure that copyrights is obtained for commissioned or sourced
photography intended for commerical use.
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