Dec 03, 2018
Type Designer
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Overview
Create and modify character designs for Roman and non-Roman fonts using computer font-design programs.
For a full-time volunteer or a staff person who raises support
Must be able to work in US
Responsibilities
Create and modify character designs for Roman and non-Roman fonts using computer font-design programs
Design typefaces using original artwork (examples of writing) as a basis for Roman or non-Roman fonts
Create sets of all the required glyphs for a Script. Works with the Script Engineer in font encoding issues
Consult with the Script Expert (usually from the field) to ensure proper font appearance, appropriate letter spacing and diacritic placement in non-Roman fonts
Test fonts as a member of a group of testers
Report to font services manager
May work in a team for a non-Roman project, or work alone in creating a Roman font
Education and Experience
Skill in type design tools (such as Fontographer)
Competencies in MS Office applications and/or Open Office
JAARS, Inc.
Full time
