The Digital Equity Research Center (DERC) at the Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO) is seeking a Graphic Design Consultant to collaborate with us on the development of a visual identity for the Center. We anticipate the project will begin June 5, 2023. 

About the Digital Equity Research Center
The Digital Equity Research Center (DERC) engages in community-based and participatory research to inform digital equity practice and policy at the local, state, and national levels. Located at the Metropolitan New York Library Council, we work with communities to better understand and co-design meaningful responses to local digital equity challenges in New York City, Westchester County, and beyond. 

The DERC was founded in March 2022. Our research covers three areas: meaningful broadband adoption, public libraries & digital equity, and digital equity ecosystems. We collaborate with libraries, nonprofits, policymakers, and local communities to support equitable access to technology through a variety of research projects. 

Our Vision: The Digital Equity Research Center imagines a more just and equitable world where everyone has access to the human and technological resources needed for freedom and self-determination.

Project overview and scope
We seek a Graphic Design Consultant to develop a visual identity for the DERC. This is a short-term project, inclusive of meetings that engage METRO staff in the design process, presentation of logo options, up to two rounds of logo revisions, and creation of deliverable files. 

Our budget for this work is $5,000

Deliverables

• Logo and all related assets, e.g. logotype, icons, and other recommendations to insure a consistent identity 
• Color Guide
• Font Guide
• Usage and style guide
• All assets in original format (editable) for a complete brand identity, as defined above and determined in subsequent process meetings 

Project timeline
Proposals will be accepted through Tuesday, May 30, 2023. 
Project begins June 5, 2023.

Application instructions
To apply, please send a brief letter of interest (including timeline), resume, and recent portfolio of work to Becca Quon (bquon@metro.org). We especially encourage applications from BIPOC and members of other underrepresented groups, and would welcome working with someone who engages with the design justice principles. The selected applicant will sign a contract with METRO + submit a W-9 for payment. 

Submit specified application materials to bquon@metro.org.