Rory Witt

Rory Witt is a freelance designer and adjunct academic professional specializing in graphic design, digital media, and contemporary art practices. He studied at the Akademie der Bildenden Künste Nürnberg (AdBK Nuremberg) and HfG Karlsruhe, focusing on graphic design, photography, and sculpture. His work bridges art, design, and technology, emphasizing curatorial strategies, digital representation, and participatory workshops.

• Education: Diploma in Graphic Design (AdBK Nuremberg, 2017), Photography and Product Design (HfG Karlsruhe, 2015), and unfinished Magister in Art History (2009–2011).

Research interests include digital exhibition formats (e.g., Digitale Representationen workshops), the intersection of art and technology, and critical discourse on artistic productivity paradigms. His Constant Sale Near Miss Hard Shibboleth (2019) explores socio-political themes through multimedia installations. Awards include the German Design Award (2018) and Bavarian state funding for innovative projects (2021).

Teaching highlights include workshops on digital portfolio development, self-promotion strategies, and collaborative projects at AdBK Nuremberg, UDK Berlin, and other institutions. He co-designed the AdBK Nuremberg’s corporate identity, which won the 2018 German Design Award.