Graphic Design Services for Marketing Collateral and Upcoming Major Events

The Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs (DCA) is seeking a qualified graphic‑design consultant to create a cohesive visual brand identity and a full suite of marketing and communications collateral supporting the city’s arts and cultural events, especially upcoming global major events. The contract is for one year (Jan 15 2027 – Jan 15 2028) with a maximum budget of $75,000, inclusive of all costs. Deliverables include a refreshed logo, brand guidelines, print and digital templates (posters, flyers, email headers, website banners, signage, outdoor ads), a custom webpage look‑and‑feel, a promotional publication, and a digital asset library. Proposals must be submitted via email by 5:00 p.m. PST on 5 Nov 2026. The vendor must comply with numerous City of Los Angeles ordinances (contractor responsibility, equal benefits, living‑wage, ADA, etc.) and provide extensive documentation (financial statements, insurance, references, non‑collusion affidavit, etc.). • Budget: up to $75,000 (all‑inclusive) • Timeline: contract runs 12 months starting 15 Jan 2027 • Scope: brand identity, logo redesign, templates for print/digital, website elements, signage, promotional publication, asset library • Mandatory compliance: numerous City ordinances, insurance, BTRC, EBO/FSHO, etc. • Submission: email to Lex Gelb ([email protected]) with subject “Submission for DCA Graphic Design Services RFP Opportunity #232394” • Evaluation criteria: design narrative, relevance of experience, work samples, cost reasonableness (each 25 %).