Hello.

I'm transitioning from full time, mission-based, non-profit program development and coordination to graphic design and organizational consulting. Big change!

I have something of an idea of my own needs, but I'd love to hear input from others as to what needs you have had that have gone unmet  when working with contracted creatives or graphic design firms.

Some experience I've had is a lack of nuanced understanding of the mission,resulting in unexpected or often jarring results. I mean, many of us nonprofit folks are ... what's the best way to say it. Very protective over our missions. :)

My other concern has been choice and selection of stock images. Diversity and appropriateness is always concerning for justice orgs.

Thanks so much!

g.