AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027: Freelance Graphic Designer (Part-Time, Fixed-Term)

Job Title: Freelance Graphic Designer (Part-Time, Fixed-Term) Project Duration: September – December 2026 Location: Remote / Preferably based in Dubai, UAE Project Overview We are seeking an experienced freelance Graphic Designer to lead the design, layout and production of a comprehensive Operations Manual. The successful candidate will be responsible for transforming complex operational content into a professional, highly readable publication while ensuring consistency, usability and visual clarity throughout. A key component of this project involves converting technical stadium layout drawings and PDF maps into simplified, user-friendly wayfinding graphics suitable for venue teams with no technical background. Key Responsibilities Operations Manual Design & Layout - Design and format a professional, visually engaging and easy-to-navigate Operations Manual. - Establish and maintain a consistent visual identity, typography system, grid structure and document hierarchy throughout the manual. - Create templates, paragraph styles, character styles and master pages to ensure consistency and facilitate future updates. - Incorporate supplied content, graphics, tables and imagery while maintaining high standards of readability and presentation. Stadium Map Simplification & Wayfinding Design - Review and interpret technical stadium PDF layouts and architectural drawings. - Extract key operational and wayfinding information from complex plans. - Redesign stadium maps into simplified, intuitive and visually accessible guides for non-technical users. - Develop clear legends, directional markers, access routes and key points of interest to support operational use. Interactive PDF Production - Produce a fully interactive and optimised PDF version of the Operations Manual. - Create a clickable Table of Contents, internal navigation links, bookmarks, cross-references and external hyperlinks where required. - Ensure the final PDF is suitable for both desktop and mobile viewing. File Management & Version Control - Maintain well-organised working files and folder structures throughout the project. - Apply a systematic version control process to support efficient content revisions and future updates. - Deliver all editable source files and linked assets upon project completion. Required Qualifications Software & Equipment - Active personal subscription to Adobe InDesign and relevant Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Illustrator and Photoshop. - Access to personal hardware capable of supporting large-format document production and graphic design workflows. Professional Experience - Proven experience designing and formatting multi-page publications, operational manuals, technical documentation or corporate reports. - Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality document design and information layout. - Experience creating interactive PDFs and digital publications. Wayfinding & Map Design - Demonstrated ability to translate complex architectural plans, technical drawings or venue layouts into clear, user-friendly maps and visual guides. - Understanding of wayfinding principles, information hierarchy and user-centred design. Skills & Competencies - Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality. - Strong understanding of typography, layout design, visual hierarchy and document accessibility. - Ability to manage multiple revisions while maintaining consistency across large documents. - Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Availability & Commitment - Must have sufficient freelance capacity and guaranteed availability throughout the project period (September–December 2026). - Available to participate in weekly remote and/or in-office progress meetings. - Able to meet agreed milestones and project deadlines. - Responsive to feedback and capable of implementing revisions within agreed turnaround times. Deliverables - Fully designed Operations Manual. - Simplified stadium wayfinding maps. - Interactive PDF with cl…