Communication Arts Opens 2027 Typography Competition, Excludes AI-Generated Work
The 68th Typography Competition organized by Communication Arts has officially commenced for 2027, highlighting the significance of typography in both design and advertising. Importantly, submissions generated by AI text-to-image technology are prohibited. To qualify, projects must have been published between September 2025 and September 2026, and English translations are mandatory. The judging panel comprises Mark Caneso, Cyla Costa, Martina Flor, Sara Soskolne, Jim Sutherland, and Zhongjun Yin. Winning works will be featured in the Communication Arts Typography Annual, with each recipient awarded an Award of Excellence and certificates. There are 16 categories, and entries must be submitted by September 4, 2026, with a late submission option available until September 18, 2026, for a fee. For further information, reach out to competition@commarts.com or call (650) 326-6040.
Key facts
- Communication Arts has opened its 2027 Typography Competition.
- The competition excludes AI text-to-image generated submissions.
- Eligible projects must have been first published or produced between September 2025 and September 2026.
- The jury includes Mark Caneso, Cyla Costa, Martina Flor, Sara Soskolne, Jim Sutherland, and Zhongjun Yin.
- Winners receive a personalized Award of Excellence milled from solid aluminum.
- Entries must be registered by September 4, 2026; late entries accepted until September 18, 2026 with a $10 late fee.
- There are 16 categories including Advertising, Typeface Design, and Student Work.
- The competition is open to international entries, but English translations are required.
- Entry fees are nonrefundable; payment options include credit cards, PayPal, checks, and wire transfers.
- Accepted entrants will be notified within two months after the final deadline.
Entities
Artists
- Mark Caneso
- Cyla Costa
- Martina Flor
- Sara Soskolne
- Jim Sutherland
- Zhongjun Yin
Institutions
- Communication Arts
- PS.Type
- Cyla Costa Studio
- Monotype
- Studio Sutherl&
- Dalian RYCX Design Co., Ltd.
Locations
- Ewa Beach, HI, USA
- Curitiba, Brazil
- Berlin, Germany
- New York, NY, USA
- London, United Kingdom
- Dalian, China
- Belmont, CA, USA