Culturele vacatures Betaalde functie, Freelance/ZZP, Parttime

affect lab: Graphic Designer

affect lab in Amsterdam is looking for a Graphic Designer for 32 hours per week | Vacancy for a Paid position, Part-time, Freelance/ZZP | Deadline: 09-12-2024


affect lab is an award-winning creative studio and research practice. In collaboration with an international artistic network, we use design research, immersive storytelling and experimental field work to inspire a more inclusive future. We are guided by principles of care and empathy for local culture and community with a focus on creating positive social impact. At the heart of our projects we believe in creating networks of trust, fostering a sense of belonging and contributing to the emotional wellbeing of people and cities.

Graphic Designer

32 hours per week

Profile
You are a passionate self-starter who loves graphic design. You want to create some positive social change in the world! You thrive in a busy studio with multiple projects on the go at the same time. You’re comfortable multi-tasking across different mediums (digital, print, motion, event and exhibition design). You can switch between multiple projects on any given day. You enjoy experimenting with new design techniques and formats (analogue and digital). Gender politics is close to your heart (or you’re super curious about it!). You love stories and you see the power they have to spark new conversations in the public domain and how graphic design can contribute to that. You get how design is a tool for inclusivity, to make everyone feel seen and heard. You are a great communicator and you know how to prioritise tasks. You thrive in small teams. You respect the need for deadlines. You are proactive and can work independently if needed.

Your role at affect lab

  • As affect lab’s graphic designer you would be responsible for creating and maintaining the studio’s house style across digital and print.
  • Envisioning, creating and executing a visual identity for each new project in the studio.
  • Translating design research into an accessible and exciting format for our community of followers and audiences ( books, zines, web publications).
  • Supporting the affect lab team with the design of marketing material, e.g design of a slide deck for a presentation; creating a poster for an upcoming project presentation or designing social media posts for upcoming events.
  • Collaborate with printers and other vendors to ensure that digital, print and packaging designs are produced to the highest standards.
  • Work closely with other freelance designers and illustrators who work on a project-by-project basis with the studio.
  • You would work closely and in collaboration with affect lab’s Creative Director, Klasien van de Zandschulp.

Requirements

  • You have at least 3 years working experience as a graphic designer (freelance or in a company).
  • You have at least 2 references from people who have worked closely with you and can vouch for your skills and experience.
  • You have the right to work in the Netherlands.
  • You demonstrate a varied style in your graphic work.
  • You have experience in print, digital, and exhibition design, demonstrating versatility across various media.
  • You are fluent in the Adobe suite package including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop.
  • Knowledge of motion and video editing is a plus.
  • Basic knowledge of, and interest in, interactive design and design by code is preferred.
  • You speak and write fluent English.
  • Knowledge of the Dutch language is a plus.

What we offer

  • This position offers a fixed-term contract as a starting point, a salary in accordance with the collective labour agreement and growth opportunities.
  • Option for a freelance contract is negotiable.
  • An opportunity to collaborate with international artists from all over the world with a focus on non-Western creative thinking.
  • A team of dedicated creative professionals with a vision on creating positive social change.
  • A dynamic studio environment where autonomy is valued.
  • A vibrant studio space (& team lunch) in Amsterdam East, located within the creative community of the Volkshotel Broedplaats.
  • An opportunity to expand your network in the cultural sector in the Netherlands and beyond.
  • An opportunity to work with cultural projects that address social issues.

How to apply
Are you interested in this position? Please send a motivation letter, CV and portfolio to hello@affectlab.org before December 9, 17.00 CET, 2024.

If you need more information about this position and/or affect lab, please contact General Director Natalie Dixon: hello@affectlab.org.

We are committed to a work environment where there is room for diversity, where you can get the best out of yourself and where everyone feels at home. We strive for a team that reflects the diversity of society. We encourage candidates who increase the diversity and inclusion of our team to apply.

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Meer informatie over de organisatie: zie onze website.