NNME Brand Guidelines

A Unified Brand for a National Network

The National Network for Microelectronics Education (NNME) operates as a coordinated national system. A consistent brand ensures clarity, credibility, and alignment across all regions and performers.

Every communication should reinforce NNME as a single, unified initiative delivering workforce solutions at a national scale.

Our Approach

NNME is one national brand, activated regionally.

  • NNME is always the primary identity
  • Regional Nodes are represented within the national framework
  • Communications should reflect coordination, not fragmentation

Core Principle

One network. One brand. Consistently applied.

Using the NNME Brand

To maintain consistency across the network:

  • Use only approved NNME logos and assets
  • Ensure NNME is clearly visible in all materials
  • Follow standard naming and messaging conventions
  • Maintain alignment with national positioning

Visual Identity

A consistent visual system ensures NNME is recognizable and trusted across all regions.

Logo

  • Use only approved logo files
  • Do not alter proportions, colors, or layout
  • Maintain clear space around the logo
  • Ensure strong contrast for readability

Color Palette

  • Use the core NNME color palette across all materials
  • Avoid introducing custom or localized color variations
  • Maintain consistency across digital and print applications

Blue
#005ABB

Purple
#673BB8

Indigo
#413ECC

Lilac
#E9D7F9

Deep Blue
#152054

Charcoal
#1D1D1D

White
#FFFFFF

Light Gray
#F6F6F6

Medium Gray
#959595

Deep Gray
#6C6C6C

Typography

  • Use approved typefaces for all communications
  • Maintain clear hierarchy between headings and body text
  • Prioritize readability and clean presentation

Primary Headlines

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Bricolage Grotesque Bold

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Secondary Headlines

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Gotham Medium

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Body Copy

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Gotham Medium

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In Practice

This example illustrates how NNME branding comes together in real-world applications. All materials should reflect a clean, modern, and consistent presentation aligned with national standards.

Brand Architecture

NNME follows a centralized brand structure designed to maintain a clear, unified national identity while enabling regional activation.

  • NNME is the dominant and leading brand in all communications
  • Independent Node logos are not permitted

Required Naming Convention

All Regional Nodes must be referenced using the NNME prefix:

NNME [Node Location]

This ensures that every regional effort is clearly connected to the national system.

Messaging Alignment

All NNME communications should reinforce:

  • National infrastructure for microelectronics workforce development
  • Employer-aligned education and training
  • Clear pathways into high-demand careers
  • Coordination across industry, education, and workforce systems

Messaging should be clear, direct, and focused on outcomes.

Access Brand Assets

Approved logos, templates, and messaging are available for partners and stakeholders.

Questions or Media Inquiries

For brand guidance or media inquiries, please contact Steven Gause, Manager of Marketing and Communications, at [email protected].