Consultant Digital Arts Expert

Organizational Context

UNESCO, through the Korea Funds-in-Trust (KFIT), is implementing the third phase of the Digital Creativity Lab project (2025-2027) to support cultural and creative industries in their digital transformation. In Pakistan, this project aims to establish an enabling policy environment, strengthen digital skills, and raise awareness of the 2005 Convention. The sector is vibrant but faces challenges, with many creative professionals lacking essential digital and entrepreneurial skills for the modern marketplace.

Job Purpose

This assignment aims to equip creative professionals and entrepreneurs in Pakistan with practical and accessible digital skills. It addresses critical gaps in familiarity with digital production tools, awareness of online platforms for showcasing work, and capacity for digital self-promotion. The workshop will be hands-on, catering to diverse digital literacy levels. Upon completion, participants will understand digital visual arts workflows, utilize digital art tools, leverage online platforms for monetization, build a digital presence, and gain awareness of copyright, intellectual property, and ethical AI use in visual arts.

Responsibilities

The consultant will design and deliver a two-module digital arts workshop. This includes developing the full curriculum and training materials for "Digital Visual Arts Production" and "Getting Your Art Online: Distribution, Branding and the Digital Creative Business." The consultant will also mobilize qualified trainers, organize a mentorship session, and ensure inclusive outreach and recruitment of 15-20 participants, prioritizing women and youth. Logistics coordination, including venue, equipment, and participant travel, is required. The workshop will be delivered interactively, with all training materials provided in Urdu and/or English. Data collection, pre- and post-assessments, and project visibility are essential. A final report with recommendations is due within two weeks of completion.

Work Experience

A minimum of five years of proven experience in Digital Arts, digital production, or digital skills training for creative professionals is necessary.

Skills

Essential skills include excellent communication, analytical, and report-writing abilities, proficiency in MS Office, and the capacity to work efficiently under pressure. Strong facilitation and adult-education skills are also crucial for this role.

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