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The Nickelodeon logo can change to fit the show, subject or product.
E.g., use a jellyfish-shaped logo for SpongeBob SquarePants or a ‘film
strip’ shaped logo for a movie promotion. While the shape might
change, two things on the Nickelodeon logo NEVER change: the
orange color PMS 021C and the official typeface knocked out in
FULL-COLOR white. No matter what shape you use, there are still basic guidelines
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to follow:
1. The logo is ALWAYS printed in PMS 021C orange as a fifth color. Black & White
2. The Balloon Extra Bold typeface within the logo is always white, Logo
and ALWAYS Balloon Extra Bold.
3. If printing in one color, the logo is solid black and the typeface?
Yep. White.
4. A clear, legible ™ or ® MUST follow the word ‘Nickelodeon.’ NOTE: These notices are for logo usage
5. The logo must not be overlapped or cropped by any other in the United States and Canada ONLY.
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100% 60% 8. NEVER use the Nickelodeon logo typeface - Balloon Extra Bold - marketing projects in other countries.
outside of the orange shape.
9. NEVER shorten or alter the word ‘Nickelodeon’ inside the logo!
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SPONGEBOB
SQUAREPANTS
Our hero SpongeBob resides in a fully furnished pineapple under
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CHEEKS
She’s the only squirrel of her kind - with a
penchant for thrill-seeking sports like
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SpongeBob snowboarding under the sea in an air dome. She’s Sandy
Cheeks, one of SpongeBob’s best pals. And
SpongeBob loves hanging out with her.
Unfortunately, being with Sandy usually
entails the need for a crash helmet.
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PATRICK
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He’s the greedy owner of the Krusty Krab and
SpongeBob’s money-hungry boss. Although Mr. Krabs
finds SpongeBob a constant source of aggravation, he
genuinely likes him. But more than anything, even more
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the deadliest jellyfish,
DID YOU KNOW? with toxin more potent Be one of the
than cobra venom. few, the proud,
Here’
s what to do IMMEDIATELY if you’
re stung… The Krusty Krew!
• Apply 70% isopropyl alcohol solution
• Remove the tentacles that remain, then apply household vinegar
• Next, apply a paste of water and meat tenderizer to the skin. Meat
tenderizer breaks down the stinger toxins and provides some pain relief
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• The tenderizer also makes you more appealing to vampires and cannibals
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WHO STOLE THE Someone in this line-up is a thief. Using the
clues below, can you figure out who did it?
KRABBY PATTY? 1
2
Has a tough time picking out glasses
In the restaurant business
3 A college graduate
4 Evil
See bottom of page for the right answer
Answer: Plankton
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SpongeBob's Doodle
of SpongeBob
This SpongeBob doodle is perfect
as a stamp, mark, embossed signature
accent or to be used as a funny
element for a design. It could
be it's own key art but please,
do not use this art as a replacement
for a pose or use to interact
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or generic. All the characters should have movement in an edgy, Map
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the Tiki/Polynesian look or the “retro” Surf
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styles of the ’60s and ’70s. This allows for a
extreme way. Gags are a must. There is an inherent lot of flexibility and design possibilities, however
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silliness to SpongeBob that is innocent and naïve. The these design influences do not extend to language. B o tt o m
entire humor should relate to the product or back to the SpongeBob does not use popular words or catch-
property. SpongeBob and his friends are usually laughing
or reacting with extreme emotions to whatever is occur- Inspiring
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phrases from now or then, so avoid terminology
like “kooky,” “totally,” “radical” and “bogus.”
ring. Their expressions should be in character with their
Phrases for personalities, Thought of course, but comedic emotion is the key.
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Absorbent Floaty (expletive)
Wavy Fishy Tartar Sauce!
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Barnacle (Boy! ) brew.................................. Coffee House
Steamin' sauce to keep you warm.
You must
purchase fonts from
the companies that created
them with the exceptions of
Bikini Bottom and SpongeBoy.
We have supplied contacts. Please see
the “Read Me” file on the enclosed disk.
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A copyright and trademark notice in the following form MUST appear on all licensed merchandise
and in all advertising for any licensed merchandise:
© (YEAR) Viacom International Inc. All rights reserved. Nickelodeon, SpongeBob SquarePants
and all related titles, logos and characters are trademarks of Viacom International Inc.
Stephen Hillenburg’s signature must appear on all packaging. If the creator’s signature (Stephen
Hillenburg) DOES NOT appear on packaging because of space constraints, you must add the
following as the last line in the legal:
Created by Stephen Hillenburg.
The year to be included in this notice is the year in which the design of the product is first
distributed to the public. This legal information should be placed on the bottom of the box front.
If this isn’t possible, put the information on the back of the package, bottom right side, near the
licensing logo.
In addition, the symbols ™ or ®, as applicable, should appear next to the first or most prominent
use of the name Nickelodeon SpongeBob SquarePants and any character names when they
appear on a piece of licensed merchandise or in any advertising copy.
On products and in print advertising, the required notices must be applied in a legible and
permanent format utilizing the SpongeBob SquarePants typeface.
The proper wording and placement of all notices must be approved, in writing, by Nickelodeon.
NOTE: The above notices are for use in the United States and Canada ONLY. Because of
variations in laws in some countries, notices and legal procedures must be cleared with MTV
Networks before advertising or marketing products in other countries.
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CREDITS
Nickelodeon Creative Resources
Russell Hicks - Sr. V.P./Creative Director
Tim Blankley - Creative Director
Deborah Bart - Studio Director
Eric Squires - Property Manager
Oona Stern - Sr. Designer
Ira Rosenberg - Sr. Designer
Jenni Wong - Designer
Leo Ferguson - Production
Manny Galan - Art Director
Gregg Schigiel - Jr. Illustrator
Dan Davis - Inker
Debra Krassner - Writer
Elise Rouse - Production Manager
Katina Stergakos - Project Manager
Geoff Todebush - Director Content/Media Services
Chris Horton - Resource Coordinator
Stavit Young - Art Assistant
SpongeBob Production
Stephen Hillenburg - Creator
Clint Bond - Illustrator
Mark O’Hare - Illustrator
Nick Jennings - Art Director