la brújula
La Brújula is a Salvadoran digital magazine dedicated to advocating for women’s and human rights. I was commissioned to design the editorial layout for the magazine’s first-ever printed edition.
Magazines mission
From the beginning, the editorial design of La Brújula was shaped by the magazine’s mission: to amplify marginalized voices and advocate for women's and human rights.
Design with purpose
Clean layouts, assertive color blocks, and a structured grid system were used to reinforce the seriousness and legitimacy of the stories, while the bold use of red and purple tones helped visually emphasize the themes of urgency and empowerment.
Visual storytelling
Photography and imagery were treated with deep intention. Each image supports the storytelling, not just decoratively but emotionally, creating a deeper connection with the subject matter.
Typography as a voice
Typography played a crucial role in setting the tone for the magazine. A serif typeface was chosen for headlines to lend weight and authority to the stories, while a clean, readable sans serif was used for body text to ensure accessibility.
Content
Because La Brújula deals with topics often silenced or stigmatized, the editorial design needed to create a space that felt both respectful and safe. QR codes subtly incorporated at the bottom of the spreads also provided digital extensions to the stories, encouraging further exploration.
Manliness
The overall design of the printed edition was a balancing act between bold visual expression and structured information delivery. The circular, collage-style cover composition, centered around a compass, symbolizes guidance and direction — a fitting metaphor for a magazine called La Brújula.
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