Public Type is an independent type foundry, founded by Michael Cina in 2019 and based in Minnesota. We make typefaces for people who notice type, and systems for brands that can't afford to get it wrong.
Why Public?
Michael Cina

Michael Cina has spent thirty years in type design and thirty years in branding, two disciplines that rarely live in the same person. He still draws type every day. Moving between those worlds built his instinct for what feels right, and his sense of what actually works in the real world.
Join Us
Have a typeface in progress? We help designers finish their work through refinement, engineering, and production, then handle specimen creation, release strategy, and marketing. Contributors receive clear credit and structured royalties.
We're excited to see what you're working on. Send us an email with your proposal to we[at]publictype.us
We’re always looking for additional type designers, font engineers, and graphic designers. If you think you'd be a great fit for our team, we'd love to hear from you for future opportunities.
Send us your resume and portfolio link to we[at]publictype.us
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If you're a student or recent graduate interested in a 3-month type design internship.
Send your portfolio and CV to we[at]publictype.us