Graffiti Artist

1. General Information

Justice without Frontiers (JWF), a dynamic active local non-governmental juristic organization founded in Beirut in 2005, is deeply committed to championing human rights, justice, democracy, peace, and the rule of law. Over the last decade, JWF's impactful work has addressed crucial initiatives, from Sexual and Gender-Based Violence (S/GBV) to empowering women's access to justice, advocating for marginalized individuals, combating human trafficking, and more.

2. Brief Information of the Project

Empowering women and strengthening the resilience of vulnerable rural and urban communities in South Lebanon and Beirut is a three-year program implemented by a consortium of 3 NGOs, Justice without Frontiers, SHEILD, and JAFRA, led by Welthungerhilfe (WHH) and funded by the German Feder Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). This program aims to strengthen women's livelihoods and increase the resilience of vulnerable communities engaged in smallholder and subsistence agriculture. Justice without Frontiers’ role in this program is to ensure that gender equality is mainstreamed into all project activities, provide tailored training for women in leadership skills and business development, provide legal support, and conduct gender analysis.

2. Request:

We are seeking a talented graffiti artist to create two graffiti; one will be held in South Lebanon (Jezzine) and another one in the Palestinian Camp Beirut.

3. Scope of work and deliverables

• Meet with the JWF Team to understand the vision and objectives for the graffiti.
• The key message will focus on promoting gender equality, women’s participation in economic life, and involving women in the decision-making process
• Share with the recruited graffiti artist the topic and the key message of the graffiti
• Develop an initial design concept for the graffiti.
• Revise the design based on feedback from JWF, WHH, and our partner (Shield) and (Jafra) until the final design is selected. (Size of Wall = 3*2.5m)
• Present the finalized design for approval before proceeding to painting.
• Create a digital version of the design to provide a detailed preview, including dimensions, color palette, and layout, ensuring that all have a clear reference for execution.
• Assess the wall in person to examine the condition of the surface. Evaluate factors such as texture, cleanliness, wall material, and any existing damage that may affect the painting.
• Apply a base primer coat if needed, depending on the wall material, to create an ideal surface for paint before proceeding.
• Purchase all required materials, making sure that all items are high-quality and suitable for outdoor use. All selected paints and coatings should handle weather, sunlight, and outdoor conditions, ensuring long-lasting results.
• Confirm the wall is fully prepared for painting before beginning work.
• Painting the graffiti design according to the approved concept, ensuring that all elements align with the final vision.
• Add final touches to ensure the design is polished and cohesive.
• The graffiti is an event and should reflect a part of the local community's identity. The graffiti include live and visible participation from the community, reflecting their interaction and influence in this experience. (Children, Adult, Female, male, boys, girls)

4.         Skills and Experience required:

• Ability to develop unique designs and concepts for large-scale murals or street art.
• Strong drawing and painting skills, with a good understanding of color theory and composition.
• Experience with various graffiti techniques (e.g., spray painting, stenciling, freehand).
• Knowledge of how to properly prepare surfaces for painting, including cleaning and priming.
• Understanding how to work with different types of walls, surfaces, and environmental conditions (like weather, UV)
• Skilled in using spray paint with control, applying various techniques like blending, shading, and creating gradients.
• Strong understanding of color harmonies, contrast, and visual balance to create compositions that are both visually appealing and cohesive.
• Background in fine arts, graphic design, or a related field