A visual identity for Platt Hall In-between
Working in partnership with a group of local residents, Platt Hall is seeking a graphic designer, or design team, to develop a new visual identity to engage residents and communities in the neighbourhood, as key stakeholders in the transformation of this historic local landmark.
Platt Hall In-between is entering a new phase as lockdown eases and we begin to re-occupy the building. Between now and 2024 we are working with local partners to develop a programme of activity that will shape the Hall's longer-term transformation and return it to full public use. This is the next step in a longer journey, not the final destination. Its sits alongside the work to conserve and re-house collections that currently occupy much of the building. And offers the opportunity to open up this 'behind-the-scenes' work, to share the workings of the project openly, and involve local communities in shaping where it takes us.
We require a coherent but flexible visual identity for this transitional period, that will enable us to:
It should:
There is a budget of up to £6000 for the design, implementation and delivery of this project. The full brief can be downloaded here: Visual Identity Design Brief - Platt Hall In-between. Supporting visual material can be found on this page and the rest of this site.
Please send an expression of interest, including a summary of your proposed approach, examples of previous work and indicative breakdown of budget to Liz Mitchell, Curator, Platt Hall Collections at elizabeth.mitchell2@manchester.gov.uk.
Closing date Friday 16 April 2021. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a Zoom interview with the project group on Tuesday 4 May.
Platt Hall In-between is entering a new phase as lockdown eases and we begin to re-occupy the building. Between now and 2024 we are working with local partners to develop a programme of activity that will shape the Hall's longer-term transformation and return it to full public use. This is the next step in a longer journey, not the final destination. Its sits alongside the work to conserve and re-house collections that currently occupy much of the building. And offers the opportunity to open up this 'behind-the-scenes' work, to share the workings of the project openly, and involve local communities in shaping where it takes us.
We require a coherent but flexible visual identity for this transitional period, that will enable us to:
- Build key relationships within the local neighbourhood, situating the Hall as part of the wider community
- Clearly communicate the message that Platt Hall is changing and will evolve during this time
- Invite local residents and communities to be part of that change and help shape the future identity of the Hall.
It should:
- Reflect the rich visual and material qualities of the Hall and its associated collections. These include dress and textiles, domestic objects and handicrafts, paintings and drawings from all over the world.
- Speak to the diverse cultures of Rusholme, Moss Side and Fallowfield. This neighbourhood comprises a rich mix of cultures, histories, styles, languages – its residents come from all over the world.
- Visually embody the transitional nature of this project and that Platt Hall is in the process of becoming.
- Sit alongside the wider Manchester Art Gallery visual identity – Platt Hall is part of Manchester Art Gallery, which has its own distinct brand and house style.
There is a budget of up to £6000 for the design, implementation and delivery of this project. The full brief can be downloaded here: Visual Identity Design Brief - Platt Hall In-between. Supporting visual material can be found on this page and the rest of this site.
Please send an expression of interest, including a summary of your proposed approach, examples of previous work and indicative breakdown of budget to Liz Mitchell, Curator, Platt Hall Collections at elizabeth.mitchell2@manchester.gov.uk.
Closing date Friday 16 April 2021. Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a Zoom interview with the project group on Tuesday 4 May.