Volunteer Graphic Designer

What will you be doing?

What are we looking for?  We are offering a rewarding and varied role, and even if you do not meet all of the criteria, we still encourage you to apply and find your place on our team.  We are seeking results-driven Graphic designers to lead the development of our Project's online presence. You will be collaborating with our Project Manager and Social Media team and be part of the Project through the product development stages, and oversee the deployment of content on our website and Social Media platforms. The production of a documentary is also in the pipeline. To ensure success you should possess extensive experience in content graphic design and production initiatives. A first-class Graphic designer for our project will be someone whose expertise will translate our content into an innovative online presence. The ideal candidate would demonstrate: 

A passion for content creation.  The ability to work to a design brief while asking key questions to clarify requirements.  A strong understanding of design principles, including a solid grasp of colour, typography, layout, and branding.  Proficiency in graphic design software, such as the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) and Canva.  Experience in image editing.  Social media content creation skills, especially focused on designing and producing eye-catching and platform-appropriate graphics for online campaigns and posts.  A well-executed portfolio demonstrating their understanding and expertise.  A creative and detail-oriented approach. 

design sample page layouts including font, text size and colours design graphics, animations and manipulate digital photographs present initial design ideas to the Project Executive and Manager proofread content and make changes where necessary re-touch images and work on logos work with other web specialists, including web developers and graphic designers Consulting with other Project Teams to determine the website's desired appearance and functionalities. Preparing project progress updates for Project Manager, Executive & Trustees and performing website demonstrations.

What are we looking for?

You will need soft and technical skills.  Soft skills include:

attention to detail creativity analysis listening teamwork problem solving delivering presentations ability to teach yourself new technical skills communication skills.

Technical skills include: Creative Design and graphics 

Film / video production  Graphic design  Illustration  Photography

What difference will you make?

The successful applicant will become an important member of the Project and a team member dedicated to helping making this ambitious project a reality. A dedicated centre of excellence for educational, research and memorial purposes. You will have an indispensable impact in defining how we connect with our audience. Your expertise will enable us to revolutionise how we present ourselves and guide us into the next stage of our development. Ultimately, you will help us to ensure that every sacrifice is afforded the honour it is due and to support more veterans as they navigate the scars left by the past.  If you are enthusiastic and excited about being a part of this ambitious project and are prepared to offer your experience as a volunteer to contribute towards making it a success we want to hear from you.