Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer (Contract)

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Project:
Graphic Design Services

IBA is seeking proposals from qualified graphic designers or design firms to provide project-based design services
. We are specifically looking for a design partner to support visual and creative needs on an as-needed, project-by-project basis
.

IBA seeks a designer or design firm with experience in nonprofit, arts, housing, and community-based organizations to serve as a creative partner on priority design initiatives throughout the year. While some work will be ongoing and smaller in scale, this role is anchored by four high-level, time-intensive design projects requiring:

• Strong conceptual thinking
• Consistency across assets
• Ability to manage complex timelines

In addition to the core projects above, the designer will support:

• Four promotional flyers and corresponding social media graphics for gallery exhibitions at La CASA (one primary design per exhibition).
• Social media graphics for Tito Puente Latin Music Series programming, including artist spotlights.
• Assistance with digital design and layout of IBA's quarterly electronic newsletters
  .

As capacity allows, the designer may also be engaged for smaller or ad hoc design needs, such as internal presentations, one-pagers, or other digital and print collateral. These projects will be scoped individually and scheduled around the primary and secondary priorities.

• Approximately 12–18 discrete projects per year
  , concentrated around major initiatives.
• Timelines will vary; some periods will be more intensive than others.

• Future website redesign anticipated (significant refresh or full rebuild).
• Respondents may note:
  • Experience with full redesigns vs. refreshes
  • CMS platforms used (e.g., Word Press)
  • Ability to collaborate with internal staff or external developers

• All design work must align with IBA's existing brand guidelines (visual identity, typography, color palettes, tone).
• No logo redesign or brand refresh at this time.

• Designer will report to IBA's Executive & Communications Manager and collaborate with other staff as needed.

• IBA uses Canva Pro and other standard design tools; access can be provided.
• Respondents should indicate their preferred tools/software.

• IBA retains ownership of final design assets.
• Expectations around source files vs. final exports will be defined per project or in the final contract.

Please include:

• Agency or individual background (location, years of experience)
• Relevant sectors and types of organizations served
• Portfolio or 3–5 work samples relevant to IBA's mission
• Project management and communication approach
• Proposed fee structure (hourly or per-project)
• Availability and typical turnaround times
• Brief statement explaining why you are the right fit for this project and for IBA

• Experience…