Case Study

PSNY Masquerade Ball

PSNY Masquerade Ball

PSNY Masquerade Ball

Crafting the identity for a fundraising gala

Crafting the identity for a fundraising gala

Crafting the identity for a fundraising gala

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Project Type

Event Identity, Campaign

Role

Brand Designer, Creative Direction

Every year, The Poetry Society of New York hosts its fall gala to raise funds for programming and development efforts. In 2025, the gala’s theme was “Charting Our Poetic Future”, celebrating mysticism through an immersive event where attendees create the art they are supporting. The graphical elements focus on astrology, featuring astrological symbols, constellations, and stars. Design elements are dark and metallic, drawing inspiration from autumnal palettes and the night sky. To add a layer of interactivity to the campaign, horoscopes that serve as writing prompts were created. These elements combined created a mystical world that enchanted arts patrons and artists alike. The Masquerade Ball campaign saw an increase in engagement across social media, resulting in the fundraising goals being met. Reflecting the celebration itself, the campaign boldly celebrated mystical experiences and the creation of art.

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Impact

58%

Increase in Social Engagement

Campaign outperformed previous year's event promotion

22%

Increase in Ticket Sales

Broadened the audience beyond the usual donor base

27%

Increase in Previous Donor Attendance

Previous donors returned for the gala at a higher rate

$5K

Raised in Individual Donations

Guests were more likely to donate than previous years