Alireza Vaziri Rahimi

Alireza Vaziri is a an award winning designer and educator whose work lies at the intersection of visual communication design and technology. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Design at the University of Maryland, College Park, and is an active member of the American Institute of Graphic Arts (AIGA). He holds an MFA in Design from the University of California, Davis. With a strong foundation in visual storytelling and interactive media, Alireza’s creative practice explores the power of design to raise awareness about pressing social, political, and cultural issues. His teaching and research emphasize design as a critical tool for public engagement and cross-cultural dialogue, incorporating emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and immersive media to amplify underrepresented voices. His practice increasingly explores the synergy between human intuition and algorithmic intelligence, examining the role of AI as a collaborative partner in the creative process. By pushing the boundaries of generative design, he uncovers new aesthetic possibilities while critically analyzing the intersection of AI and visual culture. He addresses the tension between technological advancement and authentic, human-centered storytelling, preparing the next generation of designers to navigate the ethical complexities and creative potential of an AI-augmented era.
Alireza’s work has been recognized internationally and showcased in exhibitions, galleries, and publications around the world. Highlights include features in UCDA, Graphis, Communication Arts, Mut zur Wut, the London International Creative Competition, The Sechrest Gallery of Art, Rubin Center for the Visual Arts, and the Center for Contemporary Art. He has also been the recipient of several prestigious design awards and honors, reflecting the impact and relevance of his creative contributions.

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