PowerUs

Rebranding the LinkedIn for Blue-Collar Workers

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PowerUs is redefining how blue-collar workers connect, grow, and advance their careers, bridging the gap between skilled professionals and the opportunities they deserve.

In my role as Product Design Lead, I led the company’s rebrand—reshaping its identity to better resonate with its users and positioning it as the go-to platform in the industry. From strategy to execution, I worked closely with stakeholders to refine the brand’s positioning, craft a distinct tone of voice, and establish a compelling new visual language that reflects the strength, expertise, and ambition of its audience.

But this transformation was about more than just aesthetics—it was a strategic shift to drive trust, credibility, and long-term engagement. To ensure consistency, I built a scalable design system from scratch, empowering designers and engineers to create a unified experience across all product and marketing touchpoints.

The result was a cohesive, future-ready brand that strengthened user perception, increased engagement, and provided a foundation for long-term growth. With a refined identity and a scalable design system in place, PowerUs is now positioned to empower millions of blue-collar professionals with the tools and connections they need to succeed.

Illustrations by Norbert Reissig

PowerUs is redefining how blue-collar workers connect, grow, and advance their careers, bridging the gap between skilled professionals and the opportunities they deserve.

In my role as Product Design Lead, I led the company’s rebrand—reshaping its identity to better resonate with its users and positioning it as the go-to platform in the industry. From strategy to execution, I worked closely with stakeholders to refine the brand’s positioning, craft a distinct tone of voice, and establish a compelling new visual language that reflects the strength, expertise, and ambition of its audience.

But this transformation was about more than just aesthetics—it was a strategic shift to drive trust, credibility, and long-term engagement. To ensure consistency, I built a scalable design system from scratch, empowering designers and engineers to create a unified experience across all product and marketing touchpoints.

The result was a cohesive, future-ready brand that strengthened user perception, increased engagement, and provided a foundation for long-term growth. With a refined identity and a scalable design system in place, PowerUs is now positioned to empower millions of blue-collar professionals with the tools and connections they need to succeed.

Illustrations by Norbert Reissig

What I did

Brand Design

Role

Product Design Lead

Years

2022–2023

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Designing a Product Vision for the Future of Blue-Collar Networking

PowerUs

Designing a Product Vision for the Future of Blue-Collar Networking

PowerUs

Designing a Product Vision for the Future of Blue-Collar Networking

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Let's work together

Looking for an experienced designer for your product or brand? Don't hesitate to schedule a call or drop a line via email.

© 2025 Kevin Zeller

Contact

Let's work together

Looking for an experienced designer for your product or brand? Don't hesitate to schedule a call or drop a line via email.

© 2025 Kevin Zeller

Contact

Let's work together

Looking for an experienced designer for your product or brand? Don't hesitate to schedule a call or drop a line via email.

© 2025 Kevin Zeller