Project: Last Laughs: The Final Show of the 2024 International Comedy Festival
Date: March 2024
Overview:
Last Laughs caps off the 2024 International Comedy Festival with a spectacular finale, hosted by the hilarious Rhys Nicholson, winner of the Melbourne Comedy Festival and judge of RuPaul's Drag Race. The show features performances from the best comedic talent in Aotearoa, including finalists vying for the prestigious Billy T Award and Fred Award. This high-energy celebration of comedy will showcase acts from the hottest emerging comedians in New Zealand, offering a lively mix of the longest, loudest, and most side-splitting laughs of the festival.
Role: Event Designer
Created promotional materials that captured the humor, excitement, and competitive spirit of the festival’s grand finale.
Designed posters, banners, and digital graphics that emphasized the star power of Rhys Nicholson, the spotlight on the award finalists, and the festival’s vibrant atmosphere.
Developed assets for social media platforms and printed materials, ensuring a cohesive branding experience across all channels.
Highlighted the special nature of the event, ensuring it was presented as a must-see, with attention to detail given to the filming element for THREE television.
Outcome:
The promotional materials effectively generated buzz and excitement for Last Laughs, helping bring a wide audience to the event while positioning the finale as the pinnacle of the comedy festival. The designs captured the show’s essence of fun, celebration, and top-tier comedic talent, ensuring a high-impact and memorable closing night.