Icon Film Distribution

Faster discovery across a large film catalogue.

Role
Product/UX/UI 

Timeline
8 weeks 

Scope
IA, components, UI refresh

Problem
Browsing to key titles was slow; patterns weren’t reusable.

What I did

Led brand refresh and site UX: catalogue IA, reusable card patterns, title/detail page templates, UI system, and dev handover.


Outcome

Faster discovery of key titles and a cohesive, modern brand experience across the catalogue.

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Film catalogue page showing title cards and filters on desktop.

The Process & Outcome

  • Icon Film Distribution faced a pivotal moment—how to refresh its brand to resonate in today's dynamic entertainment market. The challenge was multifaceted: to craft a brand identity that honours Icon's heritage while appealing to contemporary audiences, thereby amplifying their distribution capabilities.

  • Our adventure began with an in-depth exploration of Icon's legacy and its audience's evolving preferences. Through comprehensive research, data collection, and analysis, we sought to uncover insights that would inform a brand experience tailored to Icon's diverse viewership.

  • With a wealth of insights at our fingertips, the creative phase unfolded. The mission was to distill Icon's essence into a brand identity that speaks to both its illustrious past and its forward-looking ambitions. This phase was about finding that perfect balance between nostalgia and innovation.

  • The culmination of our efforts was a revitalised brand identity for Icon Film Distribution. By weaving together a contemporary aesthetic with nods to Icon's cinematic heritage, we crafted a brand experience designed to captivate and engage. This new identity was not just a visual makeover; it was a strategic tool aimed at building a powerful, loyal audience for Icon.

  • The reimagined brand for Icon Film Distribution marked a new era for the company. With a brand identity that effectively bridges the gap between tradition and modernity, Icon is now poised to connect with audiences in more meaningful ways, ensuring their award-winning cinema reaches even wider audiences. This project underscored the power of a well-conceived brand to transform audience engagement and distribution success.

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Synopsis section for Apocalypto with plot summary and details.
About section describing Icon Film Distribution and its film catalogue
Featured trailers module with film thumbnails and carousel navigation.

Conclusion

The journey with Icon Film Distribution was a testament to the transformative power of branding in the entertainment industry.

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Mobile web interface for the film Apocalypto, featuring a play button overlay on a still of the aforementioned scene from the film, with the film's title and Icon Film Distribution logo at the top.
Web page section titled 'Gallery' with a navigation arrow, showing a thumbnail from Apocalypto of indigenous people in traditional attire engaging in what appears to be a ritual dance.
Official movie poster for Mel Gibson's Apocalypto, showcasing a silhouetted figure running in front of a Maya pyramid under a stormy sky, with the tagline 'No one can outrun their destiny.
Web page section with a title 'About' describing Icon Film Distribution as an independent distributor of prestigious films and an iconic collection of award-winning cinema
Synopsis section for Apocalypto on a web page, detailing the plot about a peaceful Maya tribe attacked by warriors seeking slaves for sacrifice, with Jaguar Paw's story of survival and protecting his family highlighted.
Web page section titled 'Further Titles / Our Films' with movie thumbnails, including 'We Were Soldiers' and 'Nowhere Boy,' as part of the film portfolio.
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