The Nieman Foundation

The Nieman Foundation was established in 1938 “to promote and elevate the standards of journalism and educate persons deemed specially qualified for journalism.” Nieman Reports, a quarterly published by the foundation, is the “nation’s oldest magazine devoted to a critical examination of the practice of journalism.” While the journal has a rich history, the publication does not feel dated. We were brought in to refresh the existing design and develop a look and feel that supports the thought-provoking content. Beginning with the cover and ending with the last page, we considered content, flow, and visual presentation