TypeCon & SOTA Scholarship for TypeParis22
TypeCon and the Society of Typographic Aficionados are proud to announce the 3rd edition of our scholarship program to TypeParis22 — an incredible five-week typographic intensive in Paris, France.Olga Vasik was the winner of the TypeCon Scholarship to TypeParis19! Next summer, one selected female applicant will join fourteen fellow students in the heart of the city for 340 hours of immersive education in type design, lettering, and calligraphy – on us! This year’s intensive will take place from June 8th to July 13th, 2022.TypeParis22 instructors include Jean François Porchez (founder of TypeParis), Mathieu Réguer, Marc Rouault, Gina Serret, Julie Soudanne, and Malou Verlomme. Special sessions are planned with Rainer Erich Scheichelbauer and Georg Seifert from Glyphs. The weekly international guest critics are Paul Barnes, David Brezina, Louise Fili, Petra Docekalova, and Martin Majoor. They will speak at #tptalks22. In addition to classroom time, students will have opportunities to participate in field research trips and special sessions, listen in to weekly guest presentations, and seek critique from a variety of international experts.This scholarship award covers tuition costs for TypeParis22, a €4,900 value. Travel, lodging, and meals are the responsibility of the recipient.The recipient will be asked to summarize their experience and share photographs, recollections, and stories in a series of three blog posts to be published on the TypeCon site, after the intensive has concluded.
How do I apply?
You must be a female graphic designer, typographer, web designer, educator, or recent design graduate between the ages of 18 and 32, currently residing outside of the United States, Canada, or the EU, who would like to develop their typographic skills in one of the most beautiful cities on Earth.Regarding COVID19, you must be vaccinated to attend TypeParis22, so please check if your vaccine is authorized in Europe.Scholarship applications should be submitted via email and are due by Sunday, February 13th, 2022, 11:59 pm PST.The recipient will be announced on February 18th, 2022 on the TypeCon site.
What do I need to submit?
Prepare a single A4-sized PDF named “yournamefamilynametypeparis22” that is no larger than 10MB.Your PDF should include the following:
- Portfolio: Up to twelve graphic/typographic design projects (one per page). These projects should demonstrate your proficiency in graphic design, typography, and lettering, as well as your knowledge of Bézier curves. (You do not need to be an expert, but you should have a basic understanding of Béziers to apply.) If a project involves multiple people, please state your role.
- Curriculum résumé: A single-page résumé detailing your creative background, any specific courses or workshops you have previously undertaken, proficiency in software applications including Adobe Illustrator, and your experience in traditional techniques or skills (calligraphy, lettering, etc.) if any.
- Contact information and motivation:
- On single-page, write 250 words (maximum) describing your interest (and experience is a plus) in typeface design and lettering.
- Contact details including full name, email address, telephone number, home address, and country of residency, birth date, and a scan or photocopy of a current ID card validating your age and country of residency.
When you’ve compiled your PDF, email typeparis@typesociety.org with your first and last name, as well as the words “2022 Application” in your subject line.
Want to learn more?
Additional information as well as testimonials and tips are available on the TypeParis22 site.Don’t forget to follow TypeParis on social media:TwitterInstagramFacebookTelegram