Call for Consultant

WFD is looking for a freelance digital designer to take the lead in developing and designing engaging and accessible content for use on our website and social media channels. We estimate that the level of work will be between 1 and 3 days per week - and for an initial period of 6 to 8 months.

This work includes developing infographics and other digital content for use on social media. WFD also produces a number of reports - including an Annual Report and a wide range of research reports, and the Digital Designer will take the lead on designing these digital publications.

In addition to this they will be responsible for developing on-brand templates that team members and colleagues can use for a range of purposes - including promoting events and on social media. They will also ensure that the images and videos used are engaging, and of high quality, and have the appropriate consent.

WFD launched a new website in January 2022, and they will support the Communications and External Affairs Team in developing the website further and ensuring that content is engaging and accessible.

Qualifications, work experience and technical skills

• A minimum of 5 years' experience of working as a Digital Designer, with a strong portfolio of supporting evidence

• Experience designing complex publications for digital or print distribution

• Portfolio of work demonstrating creative flair, originality, and a strong visual sense

• Excellent knowledge of industry standard design applications - Adobe Creative Cloud with an emphasis on InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro and After Effects

• Excellent typographic skills

• A commitment to diversity, inclusion and accessibility - and how this applies to design and communications

• Strong project-management skills

• Knowledge of the latest trends and developments in digital communication and/or marketing

• Solid understanding of user experience design, including creating user journeys,

• Solid understanding of usability and accessibility standards

• A track-record of operating website Content Management Systems and a basic understanding of coding (e.g., PHP, CSS, HTML)

For further details on how to apply, please refer to the Invitation to Tender document attached.