Freelance Typography Workshop Instructor

About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced typography and design expert to join our freelance database for educational offerings in our Digital Design and Innovation program. Your role will involve designing and delivering an engaging 6-hour masterclass on Type Design Fundamentals, thoughtfully crafted for bachelor students passionate about digital design.RESPONSIBILITIESDesign and deliver a comprehensive face-to-face masterclass in English on our Berlin campus covering:Typography Fundamentals: Break down complex type design principles into accessible segments suitable for design studentsDigital Applications: Demonstrate how typography applies in digital contexts, emphasizing practical applications in branding and product UIAccessibility & Ethics: Address inclusive design principles and ethical considerations in typographic choicesCustomize content to suit diverse student backgrounds, ensuring relevance and engagement for digital design contextsFacilitate interactive and hands-on sessions, encouraging active participation and practical learning experiencesREQUIREMENTSPortfolio demonstrating strong typographic competence within broader design work (brand, editorial, digital)Proven experience in educational training or workshop facilitation, with ability to engage student audiencesExcellent communication skills in English, with ability to simplify complex design conceptsCreative approach to education, incorporating interactive and experiential learning methodsAbility to tailor content for specific design contexts, particularly branding and product UIApproachable and enthusiastic about sharing knowledge with emerging designersBENEFITSOpportunity to shape the next generation of digital designersCollaboration with CODE's vibrant community of design professionals and educatorsFlexible engagement as part of our freelance trainer networkPlatform to showcase your expertise to motivated design studentsAPPLICATION If you are passionate about typography and enjoy educating emerging designers, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your portfolio, resume, and a brief cover letter explaining your interest in the role, your approach to teaching typography fundamentals, expected hourly rate, and any relevant educational materials or workshop outlines you've developed.About usCODE is a private state-recognized and accredited university of applied sciences that is embedded into the vibrant network of Berlin’s digital economy. At the core of our study programs is a self-directed project-based learning concept. Together with a network of partner organizations, our goal is to provide students with practical, real-world, and digitally-oriented education and the ability to face the technological and social changes and challenges of tomorrow.About Working At CODE:CODE’s atmosphere is creative and dynamic, with an international team in the heart of Berlin. We value your strengths and will support you in your professional development as well as provide fair compensation and some fun additions. Most importantly, joining CODE means being a part of a passionate team that is shaping the future of higher education. CODE aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive and respectful working environment, and where all team members can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of color, LGBTQIA+ and those with disabilities. We value diverse backgrounds and believe they are integral to our growth and development as an institution.