The Light - INV
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THE POWER OF IDEAS...

The Light

Revitalising a nationwide cinema chain's brand image

CLIENT

  • The Light

SERVICES

  • Brand Strategy
  • Signage

INDUSTRY

  • Entertainment & Hospitality

DATE

  • September 2022

As a small yet thriving cinema chain with over 12 locations in suburban UK towns, The Light entrusted INV with the mission to spearhead their rebranding effort. Our goal was to craft a playful and confident brand personality that resonates with their audience. As a small yet thriving cinema chain with over 12 locations in suburban UK towns, The Light entrusted INV with the mission to spearhead their rebranding effort. Our goal was to craft a playful and confident brand personality that resonates with their audience.

The Problem

Despite their expanding footprint, The Light faced challenges in establishing a cohesive and recognisable brand identity across their various locations. Their existing branding lacked a unified personality, resulting in inconsistent customer experiences and limited brand loyalty. They needed a transformation that would not only resonate with their diverse audiences but also distinguish them in a competitive market.

The Solution

INV embraced this challenge with a fresh perspective, diving deep into understanding The Light’s core values and audience preferences. We embarked on a journey of discovery, leveraging data-driven insights and creative exploration to redefine their brand.

Engaged in detailed brand research & workshops

Working as a team with the stakeholders, HR and the marketing team. We reimagined the customer journey by having in-house workshops and strategic questionnaires for existing customers, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience to build a loyal customer base and elevate brand visibility

Brand messaging & Tone of Voice

By crafting a distinct brand voice and personality, we ensured that every touchpoint – from social media interactions to in-theater experiences – resonated with authenticity and charm.

Recognising that the staff are the face of the brand, we assisted in a comprehensive training program to align them with the new brand values and enhance customer service.

What we produced

We produced a unified brand identity and personality that stands out as a beloved and recognisable name, offering a consistent and memorable experience for moviegoers and thrill seekers.

Developed new logo & brand Identity

We developed a cohesive and compelling brand identity for The Light Cinema, capturing their commitment to exceptional cinematic experiences. This included a new logo, color palette, typography, and visual language that conveyed warmth, community, and modernity. The logo features an icon symbol floating above the ‘i,’ representing a projection of light akin to a lighthouse—your town’s destination for top-notch entertainment. The spotlight is segmented into three circles, symbolizing film, bar, and food, effectively connecting all aspects of The Light Cinema.

Brand Collateral

Each piece of collateral was thoughtfully designed to convey The Light’s new brand personality, ensuring a seamless and captivating experience for their audience at every interaction. This included in-house experience such as the popcorn boxes, uniforms. posters and digital screens, that created a unified and inviting atmosphere making sure its more memorable.

Signage & Wayfinding

We designed customized signage and wayfinding systems that guide visitors effortlessly through the venues. This included clear directional signs, engaging posters, and digital displays, all tailored to enhance the moviegoing experience and reinforce The Light Cinema's new brand identity.

Results

1x
ICTA Best New Cinema Award

12%
Sales growth since rebrand

Since supporting The Light Cinema’s rebranding during the COVID period, the cinema has achieved remarkable strategic results. The new brand identity contributed to the opening of four additional sites across the UK, leading to a 12% growth in sales. One of the new sites even won an industry award, showcasing the success of the rebranding effort.

Brand awareness has significantly increased, evidenced by a rise in membership sales, successful sponsored partnerships, and recognition in the Sunday Times Fast Track 100 list.