Sam Watkins Park : Creative Direction & Graphic Design

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US Chess Championship

The U.S. Chess Championship is an invitational tournament held to determine the United States chess champion. Begun as a challenge match in 1845, the U.S. Championship has been decided by tournament play for most of its long history. Since 1936, it has been held under the auspices of the U.S. Chess Federation.


Case Overview:

Client:

US Chess Federation/Saint Louis Chess Club

Years:

2019-2021

Scope of Work:

Exhibition Branding/Art Direction

Photography Direction

Advertising/Promotional Materials

Broadcast Graphics

Merchandise

Wayfinding


The 2021 U.S. Championship is an elite over the board national championship event, featuring 12 of the strongest chess players in America. Over the course of eleven rounds, these competitors will battle for $194,000 in prize money and the coveted title of 2021 U.S. Champion.


Broadcast Graphics

2020 Alternate Tournament Logos

 

Begun as a challenge match in 1845, the U.S. Championship has been decided by tournament play for most of its long history.


 

Promotional Print Assets: Invites, Schedule Cards, Posters, Wayfinding Signage

Tournament Hall Banners

Broadcast Graphics

 

Merchandise