I was brought in by producer @j.m.pomeroy to work directly with director @brianceci on the branding and poster for his feature film, Heard. 

Heard, a @telusoriginals documentary film, chronicles Brian’s own experience as a Hard of Hearing person, as well as the stories of others searching for community in the space between Hearing and Deaf

My design is intended to invoke two interwoven perspectives — what’s seen vs. what’s experienced. As part of the poster’s double-exposure treatment, Brian’s profile becomes a landscape in and of itself, with layered textures and visuals that tease concepts from the film. The road brings a sense of momentum, inviting viewers into his journey as he searches for connection and a deeper understanding of the difficulties he faces.

The Heard wordmark was designed to anchor the poster design and stand out from the complexity and depth of the imagery (with intentional negative space shaped to “fit” an advanced hearing aid device).

The result is a set of promotional assets that feel introspective, human, and quietly powerful, to match the tone of Brian’s storytelling.

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