Design and layout of publications and communication materials

Provide graphic design and layout support for various publications.

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UN-HABITAT - United Nations Human Settlements Programme

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Application deadline 5 years ago: Thursday 10 Sep 2020 at 05:00 UTC

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Overview

Provide graphic design and layout support for various publications.

You have:

Minimum 5 examples of a mastery of basic design principles.
Experience in creative data visualization capacity.
Ability to design for multiple languages and audiences.
Submission of a design portfolio with a brief description of suitability for the assignment.
Relevant experience in graphic and layout design.

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Details

The volunteer will be required to: • Submit the preliminary designs/layouts for creative and substantive inputs; • Revise the layouts to incorporate changes; • Submit the designs/layouts for proofreading; • Ensure all corrections have been inserts; • Create PDF from final electronic files; • Share all project files The outputs for each specific assignment will depend on scope of work. List of deliverables may include, but not limited to, the followings: • Graphic design for all types of communication materials e.g. infographics, banners, fliers, logos • Layout design and typesetting for printed and electronic publications • Interactive graphics, animation design and animated PowerPoint presentations and videos • Art-work editing of photos and other graphic elements

Art and design
Web and graphic design

UN-Habitat works in over 90 countries supporting people in cities and human settlements for a better urban future. Working with governments and local partners, our high impact projects combine global expertise and local knowledge to deliver timely and targeted solutions. The volunteer will work in the Communications and Media Section, External Relations, Strategy, Knowledge and Innovation Division of UN-Habitat. The section provides communications, branding and events management services to the organization. It is responsible for positioning UN-Habitat with a positive corporate image in the public, in media and the urban development arena as a value-adding and lead partner in this area. You will be expected to provide design and layout support for publications and other communications materials including printed, digital and online products, as well as animated graphics. Under the guidance of the Head of Production, you will be expected through each assignment to effectively convey content to target audiences within UN-Habitat brand guidelines and templates.
Volunteers: 3 needed
20+ hours per week / 14 weeks

Interested candidates must submit the following in one PDF document. • Design portfolio: a) brief description of why the individual considers themselves most suitable for assignment; and b) minimum 5 examples of a mastery of basic design principles; creative data visualization capacity and multiple language, multiple audience and/ or advocacy/campaign designs. Online portfolio is acceptable. • CV, indicating relevant experience, email, telephone number and 3 professional references
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English

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Potential interview questions

Can you describe a project where you had to incorporate feedback into your design work?	This question assesses your flexibility and ability to adapt while designing.	Focus on the specific changes made based on feedback and how it improved the final product.
How do you ensure that your designs align with branding guidelines?	The interviewer wants to evaluate your understanding of branding and adherence to guidelines.	Pro members can see the explanation.
Give an example of a complex design project you worked on. What were the challenges?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
What tools and software do you prefer for graphic and layout design? Why?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.
How do you approach designing for different audiences?	Pro members can see the explanation.	Pro members can see the explanation.