Conference talk
Julian Alexander:
Emotional Type
Most of us are introduced to typography through brand logos. Def Jam’s stacked type, Gucci’s double G, and the letters NIKE nested in a swoosh caught my attention early. Check out my talk to learn how these influences set the foundation of our visual language and have a lasting influence on our creative work.
This talk will take place online, Sunday, July 26, 2020, at 2:00pm (UTC-4), as part of the main Typographics conference schedule. Registration for the conference is free.
About Julian Alexander
Julian Alexander is the founder of Brooklyn-based design studio Slang Inc., whose clients include the world’s top agencies and brands. His understanding of cultural nuance and deep passion for music informed his tenure as Design Director for Sony Music, where he won a GRAMMY® Award for The Complete Jack Johnson Sessions by Miles Davis for Best Boxed or Special Edition Package. As Executive Creative Director of Guild, Julian led creative teams on experiential projects for Nike, Target, and Stella Artois. His iconic logos and album artwork for Jennifer Lopez, 50 Cent, and Eminem among others can be seen on packages that have sold over 100 million copies worldwide. Julian has given a TEDx Talk on the importance of authenticity in design, moderated design talks at the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA NY) and NYU, and presented at Apple. Julian is a graduate of School of Visual Arts, where he also taught typography.
