Gotham Black Regular
Designed by Tobias Frere-Jones
| Font Name | Gotham Black |
| Style | Regular |
| Category | Geometric Sans-Serif |
| Designer | Tobias Frere-Jones |
| Copyright | HTF Gotham Copr. 2003 The Hoefler Type Foundry, Inc. Info: www.typography.com |
| License | Free for Personal Use / Commercial License Required |
| Total Character | 229 |
| Recommended Line Height | 1.11 |
| Ascent | 932 |
| Descent | 173 |
| Units Per em | 1000 |
| Total Vertical Range | 1105 |
| Max Advance Width | 1295 |
| Max Advance Height | N/A |
| Underline Position | -123 |
| Similar Fonts | Montserrat, Proxima Nova, Raleway |
Gotham Black Regular Font Details : Font Free Download
Gotham Black Regular is a geometric sans-serif typeface designed by Tobias Frere-Jones in 2000. Originally commissioned by GQ magazine, the font was inspired by the architectural signage found throughout mid-20th century New York City, specifically the no-nonsense lettering on the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Its design eschews traditional calligraphic influences in favor of clean, mathematical proportions that feel both timeless and distinctly urban.
The Black weight is the heaviest variant in the Gotham family, providing an authoritative and high-impact visual presence. It achieved worldwide recognition following its prominent use in Barack Obama's 2008 presidential campaign. Today, it remains a staple for designers looking for a bold, professional aesthetic in corporate branding, large-scale advertising, and modern editorial layouts.
Gotham Black Regular Best Uses
Perfect for creating high-impact titles and main headings.
Excellent for logos that require a clean and authoritative identity.
Highly effective for billboards, posters, and print media.
Ideal for bold graphic overlays and eye-catching social posts.
Gotham Black Regular Glyphs
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Package Size: 93.6 KB
Available Formats: .OTF, .TTF