chad reichert is the proprietor of spirit3design, a studio specializing in graphic design and typographic endeavors. chad
reichert received his undergraduate degree in graphic design from
valparaiso university, attended graduate school at the california
institute of
arts and completed his mfa in graphic design from the minneapolis
college of art and design. his work has been recognized by various organizations including the american center for design 100 show, case circle of excellence and aiga detroit design re:view.
chad is also an assistant
professor at the college for creative studies
in detroit. he teaches time-based media, typography,
visual
communications and graphic design
history. his writings have appeared in various publications including most recently "teaching motion design" published by allworth press. he has lectured nationally on topics ranging from typography to motion design. his recent presentations include papers at “schools of thought 3” and “massaging media” design education conferences in 2007 and 2008, respectively. his students have won numerous awards for projects completed in his class including: adobe achievement, cmyk student showcase, aiga detroit design re:view and the university and college design association.
chad is currently serving as president of aiga detroit, the professional association for design. as was his focus as programming chair for the previous three years, he will continue to seek out opportunities to celebrate the rich heritage of michigan graphic design and increase awareness on the local and state-wide levels.