Peer Pleasure Podcast | Branding + Social Graphics

Alan Ashcraft

Art Director
Graphic Designer
Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
This project focused on developing a bold, unified brand identity for The Peer Pleasure Podcast with Dewey Halpaus, a show celebrated for its in-depth interviews and edgy alternative culture focus. The deliverables included striking podcast artwork, dynamic social graphics, and an exclusive merchandise line.

Key Challenges Addressed:

Creating a Distinct Podcast Identity: Designing visuals that reflect the podcast’s raw, energetic vibe while remaining versatile across platforms.
Engagement Through Social Content: Developing cohesive social media assets that highlight episodes, promote guests, and increase listener interaction.
Merchandise Appeal: Translating the podcast’s brand aesthetic into desirable, wearable, and functional merchandise that fans would love.

Innovative Solutions:

Industrial-Inspired Typography: Crafted a bold, grunge-inspired type system for the logo and visuals, echoing the podcast’s underground culture and raw energy.
Dynamic Social Templates: Designed flexible graphics for episode drops, featuring high-contrast imagery and streamlined text for maximum impact across platforms.
Versatile Merch Collection: Created standout apparel and accessories (hoodies, tees, mugs, and hats) with edgy artwork, logo placements, and bold sleeve typography for on-brand appeal.
Tactile Visuals: Integrated gritty textures, monochromatic tones, and custom illustrations to create a distinct visual language across all assets.

Results Achieved:

Enhanced Brand Recognition: The revamped logo and unified visuals amplified the podcast’s professional presentation and visual appeal.
Increased Audience Engagement: Strong, eye-catching graphics ensured higher visibility for episodes and boosted engagement on social platforms.
Merchandise Success: The exclusive merch line resonated with the audience, generating excitement and extending the brand beyond digital platforms.

Skills Utilized:

Branding & Logo Design
Podcast Artwork & Social Graphics
Typography & Illustration
Merchandise & Mockup Design
Content Marketing Visuals

Project Value:

This rebranding elevates Peer Pleasure Podcast into a cohesive, professional, and visually compelling experience. From listener engagement to stylish merch, every detail reflects the energy and authenticity of the podcast’s voice.
Primary logo design for Peer Pleasure Podcast.
Primary logo design for Peer Pleasure Podcast.
Key art for use as DSP cover images.
Key art for use as DSP cover images.
Social graphics formatted for Instagram stories.
Social graphics formatted for Instagram stories.
Social graphics formatted for Instagram posts.
Social graphics formatted for Instagram posts.
Longsleeve apparel design.
Longsleeve apparel design.
Zip-hoodie apparel design.
Zip-hoodie apparel design.
Accessories designed as supplemental options to the cloth merch items.
Accessories designed as supplemental options to the cloth merch items.
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