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Gremlin Visual Identity

Identity
Web development
events
print
product
illustration

Gremlin is a leader in digital reliability, offering innovative Chaos Engineering tools for large-scale systems. Their platform is essential in ensuring uninterrupted online services, with user-friendly testing methods that identify risks and foster continuous improvement.

The Challenge

Originally designed with SREs as the target audience, Gremlin's branding, featuring darker tones and mischievous gremlin mascots, resonated well and worked great to build brand recognition. However, as the target shifted to C-Suite executives, the branding, particularly the 'chaos' theme and mascot, became less appealing.

Gremlin previous branding refrence
The Solution

We worked with the team at Studio Science to develop a sound brand strategy and build an updated visual identity. We worked to keep several existing elements including the base word mark to keep the brand recognition Gremlin had worked so hard to build.

Focusing on the identified Sage persona, we adjusted the visual language to provide a sense of wisdom and reassurance. This was especially important in a product based on causing errors in order to provide a better end user experience.

Gremlin Icon Gremlin UI stylized for marketing materials
The Execution

This significant visual overhaul aimed to preserve brand recognition while updating the core persona and identity. We revamped all brand touch points, including pitch decks, sales materials, event booths, the website, and product interfaces. The design system update facilitated a smooth transition across all areas, allowing for detail-focused launches.

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Gremlin AWS Booth mockup
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Gremlin Product page