# Ian Bogost

- **Website:** <https://bogost.com>
- **Primary alias:** `bogost.com`

## Description

Ian Bogost is an award-winning game designer and author recognized for his expertise in the field. As the Barbara and David Thomas Distinguished Professor in Arts & Sciences and Director of Film & Media Studies at Washington University in St. Louis, he brings a wealth of knowledge to his role. Bogost is also a Professor of Computer Science and Engineering at the same institution. Additionally, he is a Founding Partner at Persuasive Games LLC, an independent game studio, and a Contributing Editor at The Atlantic. With an extensive portfolio of ten books, including Persuasive Games: The Expressive Power of Videogames and How To Do Things with Videogames, Bogost is a respected authority in the field of videogame criticism. His independent games, such as Cow Clicker and A Slow Year, have garnered significant attention and accolades. Bogost's contributions to social and political issues through his games have been exhibited worldwide. With an educational background in Philosophy and Comparative Literature, Bogost combines his academic expertise with his passion for game design, resulting in thought-provoking and impactful products. Contact Ian Bogost for speaking engagements or consulting opportunities.

## Industries

- 🎮 Games

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/ibogost)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/ibogost)

## Logos & icons

- icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/id6_lWVuGl/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1775068614659)
- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/id6_lWVuGl/w/180/h/180/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1775068614531)

## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Tan | #cba179 | accent |
| Amazon | #2b6a3f | dark |
| Quarter Pearl Lusta | #fffdf8 | light |

## Fonts

- Literata — asset _(google)_
- Source Sans 3 — asset _(google)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/id6_lWVuGl/w/1500/h/500/idhqRPsSxk.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1775068614843)

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