Call for contractors
Graphic and layout design – Freelance, ongoing
Application deadline: Wednesday July 3, 2013
The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives is one of Canada’s leading research institutes. Our BC office is seeking to build new relationships with freelance design professionals to complement our in-house and freelance creative team.
We are seeking the following creative services:
Print and digital layout:
- Typesetting and layout of 20-50 page monograph research reports and shorter, more visual summaries. This comprises the majority of our design needs at this time.
- Graphic design of posters, booklets, brochures and other popular materials.
Infographic and/or data visualization design and production
Note: We are looking for professionals specializing in one or all of these areas, and would also be pleased to hear from designer teams with the combined skill set. Applicants do not necessarily need to be in Vancouver.
The CCPA publishes 1-2 research reports (with accompanying popular summaries) per month and has a regular but less frequent need for design of additional popular materials such as infographics, posters and brochures. We are looking for design professionals to create compelling material that supports our research, using CCPA’s visual identity and graphic design standards. Some material will employ existing templates while other items will require original design. Freelance designers work closely with and report to an in-house art director and a publications coordinator, with oversight from the Communications Director.
Skills and qualifications
- Strong portfolio showing expertise in one or more of:
- Typesetting and layout of lengthy documents, including production of figures, charts and simple illustrations
- Design and production of posters, brochures and other popular materials
- Design and production of information graphics and data visualization
- 5+ years of professional graphic design experience
- Post-secondary diploma or degree in graphic design or related discipline (or equivalent additional experience)
- Expertise in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator
- Expertise in producing print-ready files, including liaising with printers
- Experience in sourcing affordable creative content, e.g. stock photography; working with illustrators and other creatives
- Nuanced understanding of issues of ethical visual representation
- Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage projects effectively
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, including strong skills in communicating regarding deadlines, deliverables and contract
- Ability to work effectively in a team and willing to accept creative direction and collaborate closely with communications staff and researchers
- Ability to work on tight production timelines
- Availability during business hours
- Ability to articulate and work with the ideas in CCPA publications; commitment to the CCPA’s purpose and success
- Experience working with non-profit organizations
To apply:
Send your portfolio, CV and cover letter with rates, references and telephone numbers by Wednesday July 3, 2013.
Terra Poirier, Communications Officer
CCPA–BC
1400-207 West Hastings Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 1H7
Or by email: terra@policyalternatives.ca
Inquiries specifically about the posting may be directed to Terra Poirier at 604-801-5121 x229 / terra@policyalternatives.ca. Please do not phone to confirm receipt of your application.
About the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives:
The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives is an independent, non-partisan research institute concerned with issues of social and economic justice. For more information, visit our website, www.policyalternatives.ca.
