Alpha Design is a faculty-led, student-run design studio in the Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno. We work with real clients to create strategy-based visual communication that strengthens relationships with their target audience.
We specialize in print collateral and branding but also produce responsive websites and exhibition design. The common types of design by category include:
Identity design
Print design
Digital design
Information design
Alpha Design has a variety of clients both internal and external to the University of Nevada, Reno. We work with local, regional and national clients to develop well-designed, strategy-based branding and marketing materials that help them build stronger relationships with their customers.
Under the guidance of Amber Walsh, teaching associate professor of visual communication at the Reynolds School of Journalism, Alpha Design’s select team of student designers consistently bring an energetic, fresh approach to every project. Our studio operates like any professional design shop — except that we’re staffed entirely by students. Currently, our design services are pro bono.
Alpha Design’s team of student designers is carefully selected each semester via portfolio reviews and interviews. Once accepted, students earn three hours of class credit. But more importantly, they gain experience working in a real-world studio environment where they can practice crucial job skills such as client interaction, presentation-making, time management and personal responsibility, all in a collaborative, team-based setting.
We’d love to hear from you! If you want to request our services or are looking to join the student team, find information below to contact us.
Become a client
If you have questions or would like to discuss working with us, get in touch via the following:
Phone: (775) 327-5023
Join the Alpha Design team
Submit an application to join the Alpha Design student team.