Cedric Hofstetter
Visual Communication
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Cedric Hofstetter is a swiss graphic designer based in St.Gallen with a primary interest in visual solutions within the fields of art, architecture, culture, design, fashion, ­music, photography and non-profit projects.
   He is a trained polygraph EFZ and is currently studying «BA Visual Communication» at the Zurich University of the Arts [ZHdK].
Education

2026–present:
   Zurich University of the Arts [ZHdK]
   BA Visual Communication
2025–2026 (2 semesters):
   School of Design, St.Gallen
   HF Visual Communication
2021–2025:
   Cavelti AG, Gossau
   apprenticeship polygraph EFZ
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Cover for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
Content for the project entitled: Jean Michel Basquiat
In the second semester of my studies at the School of Design, St. Gallen, I explored the works of Jean-Michel Basquiat. I documented my research in a three-part book. Each part was printed on a different type of paper to present the content as authentically as possible. The cover is a black-painted canvas with a screen-printed title.
   This project was created in collaboration with Dominic Glogger.
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School of Design St.Gallen
research and editorial design
2026-07
Jean-Michel Basquiat
Poster for the project entitled: First Things First
The «First Things First» manifesto is one of the best-known and most influential texts in the field of graphic design. I have visually interpreted its central critique of consumerism and superficial design and translated it into a poster.
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self-initiated
poster design
2026-02
First Things First
Cover for the project entitled: Dystopia made out of aluminum
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
Content for the project entitled: Dystopia
printing sheet for the project entitled: Dystopia
As part of my first-semester study project at the School of Design St.Gallen, I developed a concept for a fictional design exhibition entitled «Dystopia». It addresses socially critical topics, reflecting the pressing global concerns explored in this issue of «Contemporary Overload». Works addressing these themes are exhibited across the categories of fashion design, graphic design, photography and 3D animation.
   The entire creative process is documented and explained in a comprehensive, hand-bound 276-page book.
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School of Design St.Gallen
art direction and editorial design
2026-01
Dystopia
The «Achtung» project is a conceptual project that aims to draw attention to the constant pressure and stress that are felt in everyday life and, in particular, in public spaces. It highlights a system that demands ever-increasing speed, thereby making stress a constant companion. The provocative slogan «Achtung Gestresste» [Attention: Stressed People], printed on a wooden plate, is intended to draw attention to this issue and encourage reflection on possible changes.
   This project was developed in collaboration with Vivien Huber, Alessandro Eberle and Maryna Medianik, and supported by the conceptual artists Patrik and Frank Riklin.
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School of Design St.Gallen
conceptual art
2025-08
Achtung
Poster for the project entitled: Gautschessen
«Gautschen» is an old tradition in the printing industry that dates back to the 16th century. During the «Gautschen» ceremony, apprentices who have successfully completed their apprenticeship symbolically become full members of the Guild of Gutenberg’s Sons by being immersed in a fountain. After the ceremony, the newly initiated apprentices organise a «Gautschessen» for the whole company. For the «Gautschessen» following the completion of my apprenticeship in summer 2025, I designed the event posters for me and my colleagues.
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self-initiated
poster design
2025-07
Gautschessen
Photo for the project entitled: Siit 1900 showcasing the designed football kit
graphical representation for the project entitled: Siit 1900 showcasing the designed football kit
To mark the 125th anniversary of FC Wil 1900, I designed an exclusive anniversary shirt. The design was created specifically for this occasion and incorporates both modern and traditional elements. This limited-edition item was produced in a run of 125 and was available exclusively to fans.
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FC Wil 1900
fashion design and photography
2025-05
SIIT 1900
Poster proposal 2 for the project entitled: Freizeitarbeiten
As part of a competition, I submitted two poster designs for the «Freizeitarbeiten 2024» exhibition. Both designs were shortlisted.
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Kommission Freizeitarbeiten AR/AI
poster design
2024-01
Freizeitarbeiten