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Ibaboston is hiring: Graphic Designer (Contract) in Boston

Ibaboston, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Project Summary

IBA is seeking proposals from qualifiedgraphic designers or design firmsto provideproject-based design services. We are specifically looking for a design partner to support visual and creative needs on anas-needed, project-by-project basis.

Primary Design Projects (High Priority)

  • 2025 Annual Report
    • Design a20–25-page digital annual reporthighlighting IBA's work, impact, and financials from 2025.
    • Polished, narrative-driven digital booklet intended for funders, partners, and the broader community.
    • Target publication date:No later thanMarch 18, 2026.
  • La CASA Grand Opening
    • Design a cohesive suite of visual assets for the anticipated grand opening ofLa CASA, IBA's new Center for Arts, Self-Determination, and Activism (expected late March).
    • Assets include event invitations, social media graphics, and on-site event banners aligned with IBA's brand and the significance of this milestone.
  • Festival Betances (Flagship Event)
    • Design all graphic elements forFestival Betances, IBA's largest annual event.
    • Includes thematically connected social media graphics, primary event flyer, stage and event banners, and additional assets as needed.
  • Holiday Concert
    • Design all graphic elements for IBA's annual holiday concert.
    • Similar in scope to Festival Betances: promotional social media graphics, main event flyer, and supporting visual assets.

Secondary Design Tasks

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

  • Four promotional flyersand corresponding social media graphics for gallery exhibitions at La CASA (one primary design per exhibition).
  • Assistance with digital design and layout of IBA'squarterly electronic newsletters.

Additional / As-Needed Design Support

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.

Additional Engagement Details & Expectations

Estimated Volume of Work

  • Approximately12–18 discrete projects per year, concentrated around major initiatives.
  • Timelines will vary; some periods will be more intensive than others.

Website Design (Future Phase)

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

Brand Guidelines

  • All design work must align with IBA's existing brand guidelines (visual identity, typography, color palettes, tone).
  • No logo redesign or brand refreshat this time.
  • Designer will report toIBA's Executive & Communications Managerand collaborate with other staff as needed.

Tools & Software

  • IBA usesCanva Proand 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.

Information Requested

Please include:

  • Agency or individual background (location, years of experience)
  • Relevant sectors and types of organizations served
  • Portfolio or3–5 work samplesrelevant 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

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience producing high-quality design work fornonprofit or mission-driven organizations
  • Knowledge of layout, typography, visual storytelling, and accessibility best practices
  • Ability to work collaboratively with internal communications staff
  • Capacity to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines

Proposed Schedule

  • January 16, 2026– Proposals Due
  • January 26–30, 2026– Finalist Interviews (if applicable)
  • February 1, 2026– Decision

Submit proposals as a single PDFto:
Chris Triunfo, Executive & Communications Manager
christian@ibaboston.org

Selection Process

Responses will be reviewed by IBA's Executive & Communications Manager, CEO, COO, and CHRO.

Top-ranked proposals may be invited for interviews.

Full details will be announced later based on the timeline above.

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