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The National Broadcasting Company (NBC) has used several corporate logos over the course of its history. The first logo was used in 1926 when the radio network began operations. Its most famous logo, the peacock, was first used in 1956 to highlight the network's color programming. While it has been in use in one form or another for all but four years since then, the peacock did not become part of NBC's main logo until 1979 and did not universally... Recent logos have been themed for different holidays during the year (such as Christmas, Thanksgiving, Halloween, St. Patrick's Day, Valentine's Day, and New Year's Day), in observance of its upcoming or ongoing broadcasts of the Olympics, as well as an American flag-themed logo following the September 11 attacks.

The logo has been adapted for color television and high definition as technology has advanced. As NBC acquired other television channels, the logo branding was formerly adopted by other networks including: CNBC, MSNBC, Golf Channel, and ShopNBC. It is currently used with NBCSN and NBC Sports Regional Networks. The logo was also incorporated into the corporate emblem of the network's parent company, NBCUniversal, then became a part of a redesigned Comcast mark at the end of 2012 after it was acquired by... NBC debuted as a radio network in 1926, with a logo depicting a microphone surrounded by lightning bolts, superimposed over a map of the United States. The "NBC" letters appeared in an arc above the graphic.[3]

In 1931, NBC introduced its second logo – a square with a diagonal NBC text in it, with lightning bolts around the "B."[4] This logo was later adopted in 1941 for use as the... In 1943, NBC introduced its third logo, a microphone surrounded by lightning bolts. Lightning bolts denoting electricity were common in the iconography of broadcasting in the early 20th century, and were also depicted in the logo of corporate parent RCA,[5] as well as that of one-time sister... The waves placed on the left side were meant for the radio network, and the right waves were meant for the television network. A network identification featuring this logo includes a male announcer saying "This is NBC, the National Broadcasting Company," followed by the NBC chimes. On the network's flagship television station WNBT (now WNBC), this was accompanied by the same announcer saying "WNBT, New York." At the beginning of telecasts, a card was shown with a different NBC logo...

This was replaced by another card depicting an NBC cameraman operating an RCA camera was shown underneath the text "NBC Television Presents." The letters "NBC", lighting in tune with the chimes, indicated time for... .mw-parser-output .creditsbutton{background:#0C62DA;background:#0c62da;padding:5px;border-radius:5px!important;color:white;font-size:12pt;height:30px;padding-top:0px!important}.mw-parser-output .creditsbutton:hover{background:#C3DCFF;background:#C3DCFF;color:#161f2b}.mw-parser-output .dropdown{position:relative;display:inline-block}.mw-parser-output .dropdown-content{display:none;position:absolute;background-color:#f1f1f1;min-width:160px;z-index:1;padding:10px;max-height:500px;overflow:scroll;font-size:12pt}@media screen and (min-width:930px){.mw-parser-output .dropdown-content{right:0px!important}}.mw-parser-output .dropdown-content a{color:black;padding:12px 16px;text-decoration:none;display:block}.mw-parser-output .dropdown-content a:hover{background-color:#ddd}.mw-parser-output .dropdown:hover .dropdown-content{display:block}.mw-parser-output .dropdown:hover .dropbtn{background-color:#f1f1f1;color:#161f2b} NBC News Productions is the umbrella term for the news operations of the NBC television network, which includes standard news programming, and the specific production unit known as NBC News Studios, a full-service production... Visuals: On a light blue background, the white letters "N", "B", and "C" appear and merge to form the NBC snake logo of the era. The logo zooms back, and the "C" breaks apart and then shifts up to the other letters leaving an "S" in the process. A copy of the "N" slides down, and an additional copy slides to the right, bumping the "S" and morphing into a "W".

An "E" slides down from the "B", forming the word "NEWS". Everything then zooms out back again. Audio: A dramatic fanfare. Sometimes, this is accompanied by a voice-over stating, "This program was produced by NBC News, which is solely responsible for its content." Audio Variant: If a program were produced for a specific channel, the announcer would say, "Produced for [channel station] by NBC News, which is solely responsible for its content." This category has the following 5 subcategories, out of 5 total.

The following 8 files are in this category, out of 8 total. The NBC News logo is bright yet minimalist. It embodies the union of creativity from the entertainment industry and business from the contemporary media space. Its elegance evokes a sense of joy and sets the tone for a positive perception of the content. At the same time, it is a strict symbol with a perfectly thought-out concept, without a single superfluous detail. For a broad broadcasting reach, this television service has not just one but several headquarters located in different regions of the planet.

They are united by a common theme of work and shared visual identity. In some logos, the inscription is made in the NBC Tinker font, while in others, it is in NBC Futura. Although the second variant is outdated, it remains relevant for some programs, social networks, and digital resources of NBC News. NBC News is the very first and foremost news service in the U.S. It pioneered news broadcasting, starting with simple readings in front of a camera of current event summaries. This occurred in 1940 with Lowell Thomas as the program’s host.

The channel is a division of the media company NBCUniversal, which is owned by Comcast. Its central management is located in New York City, with additional offices in London, Singapore, Washington, California, and Hong Kong. The logo is textual: it consists entirely of the name of the news channel, with a visual emphasis. For impact, designers placed the abbreviation “NBC” in a rectangle with rounded corners. The background color is dark beige, with gold letters and a frame. The font is in uppercase, extra bold, with some thinning in places.

The glyphs are designed with massive serifs. The emblem became maximally simple. It features an open inscription, not complemented by a background, frames, or other elements. The wide letters are made of semi-bold black lines, forming interesting geometric shapes of a refined form. The phrase occupies two levels, aligned to the left edge. The strict styling emphasizes the business nature of the news and the practical approach to their collection, composition, and broadcasting.

Smooth outlines are only present in “C” and “S,” while “B” is semi-rounded. NBC News Logopedia reflects the rich legacy and evolving identity of one of America’s most iconic news institutions. As visual branding plays a crucial role in shaping public perception, analyzing the history and transformation of NBC News logos offers deep insights into media trends, technological progress, and audience expectations. From its early peacock iterations to modern minimalist wordmarks, the evolution of NBC News Logopedia is a compelling narrative of visual strategy and cultural adaptation. The foundation of NBC News Logopedia begins with the classic NBC peacock. Introduced in 1956, this symbol was originally used to showcase the network’s commitment to color broadcasting.

As a visual identity, the peacock soon became synonymous with credibility, authority, and innovation. NBC News adopted and adapted the peacock across its news segments, giving viewers a consistent and recognizable brand. The early logos focused heavily on traditional serif fonts, strong contrast, and clear framing. These elements were meant to convey professionalism and trust, which were essential to news broadcasting in the mid-20th century. Over time, NBC News Logopedia has adapted to reflect digital advancements and aesthetic trends. NBC News Logopedia reveals distinct logo phases that align with technological and cultural shifts.

The 1970s introduced a more modern, cleaner typeface with the peacock prominently featured beside the word “News.” This was a response to competition from other major networks and a desire to appear more progressive. By the 1990s, the logo evolved again, adopting bolder fonts and sharper lines. These changes mirrored the growing role of cable news and 24-hour coverage. Digital screens required more clarity, prompting NBC News to simplify its branding for better legibility. Click on a date/time to view the file as it appeared at that time. The following other wikis use this file:

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