Presented by Armis Goodarzi RGD. Moderated by Amanda DeVries RGD.

In Canada’s diverse and bilingual design landscape, many graphic designers from non-Roman script backgrounds face challenges when adapting to Roman typography, particularly in editorial design. Differences in writing direction, letter structure, spacing, and typographic hierarchy can create obstacles for those accustomed to scripts like Persian, Indian or Chinese. These challenges can make it difficult for designers to integrate into Western design industries or work on multilingual projects. As Canada embraces multiculturalism, addressing these issues is essential for fostering inclusivity in design education and professional spaces. This webinar aims to explore these challenges, fostering discussion on bridging the gap between different typographic traditions. 

This webinar is ideal for graphic design students and immigrant designers adapting to Roman typography, as well as educators seeking inclusive teaching methods. Editorial designers, publishers, and UX/UI professionals will also benefit from insights into multilingual design challenges. By enhancing cross-cultural communication and bringing fresh perspectives to editorial design, designers can contribute to a more globally aware and inclusive creative industry.