A self-directed issue of The Economist, created using official brand and print guidelines, featuring a custom illustrated cover.

This project involved designing a full issue of The Economist using their existing brand and print guidelines to ensure consistency with real publications. I studied multiple past issues to understand layout conventions, typography, and editorial structure.

Precision in Print

Since the brand guidelines were outdated, I created a refined internal guide to align my designs more closely with current standards. The highlight of the project was a custom cover illustration, an essential feature of The Economist that is always timely and eye-catching. The final print-ready issue is cohesive, professional, and true to the brand.