Description
The City of Cincinnati is seeking a consultant to develop a comprehensive wayfinding program for Downtown and Uptown Cincinnati. The program should include a conceptual master plan, recommendations for a new wayfinding system, and an executive summary report. The consultant should have experience in urban wayfinding, civic branding, and wayfinding technology integration. The scope of work includes performing a thorough audit and analysis of existing conditions, engaging with community and institutional stakeholders, developing a concept design and strategy for an integrated digital and static multi-modal wayfinding system, and providing a comprehensive executive summary report and recommendations.
Key aspects of the job include:
• Developing a best-in-class arrival experience that warmly welcomes and seamlessly connects residents and visitors to Cincinnati’s premier destinations
• Creating a strategic framework for a fully integrated physical and digital, multi-modal wayfinding strategy
• Recommending advanced technology and inclusive design solutions that ensure ADA-accessible tools and content
• Developing a unified system design strategy that reinforces Cincinnati’s urban identity
• Anticipating future development, changes in traffic patterns, new attractions, and increased pedestrian, bicycle, and micromobility vehicle traffic
• Utilizing GIS-based asset management tools for data, maintenance, and lifecycle management
• Condensing sign clutter to improve safety and enhance the aesthetic experience for all users