Type Designer

Company Description

Bengal Fonts, founded in 2017, is the first dedicated Bangla type foundry in Bangladesh. We create high-quality, contemporary Bangla typefaces that blend cultural heritage with modern design innovation. Recognized as the largest and most trusted source for Bangla typography, Bengal Fonts empowers designers, brands, and publishers worldwide. Our work embodies a deep passion for the art of type, ensuring readability, aesthetic harmony, and cultural authenticity in every letter. Bengal Fonts continues to shape the visual language of Bangla communication with our premium and free fonts.

Role Description

This is a part-time hybrid role for a Type Designer located in Dhaka, with some work from home acceptable. The Type Designer will be responsible for creating and refining Bangla typefaces, ensuring readability and aesthetic harmony, and collaborating with the team to maintain cultural authenticity in designs. The role also includes researching and analyzing typography trends, updating existing typefaces, and working on various typographic projects for different mediums.

Qualifications

• Skills in creating and refining typefaces
• Knowledge of typography trends and cultural authenticity
• Research and analytical skills for typography
• Proficiency in design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, FontLab)
• Strong attention to detail and aesthetic sense
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Typography, or related field
• Experience in Bangla typography and design is a plus