Graphic Designer

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Purpose of Volunteer Position: To help create relatable and needed images for social media content and possibly some help with new logo needs for programs/events and flyer/document design

Number of hours: 10+ hours per month

Location: Remote or in person

Reports to: Currently, the Executive Director

Works Closely with: The Executive Director, Web Administrator and other Social media volunteers

Volunteer Responsibilities:

• Planning concepts by studying relevant information and materials.
• Illustrating concepts by designing examples of art arrangement, size, type size and style and submitting them for approval.
• Preparing finished art by operating necessary platforms and software.
• Coordinating with outside agencies, art services, web designer, marketing, printers, and colleagues as necessary.
• Contributing to team efforts by accomplishing tasks as needed.
• Communicating with the marketing team about layout and design needs.
• Creating a wide range of graphics and layouts for social media & website needs, flyer and document design and potential new projects for PPCM
• Reviewing final layouts and suggesting improvements when necessary.
• Coordinate with social media volunteers and content writer on graphic needs
• Measure web traffic to content alongside the website administrator
• Measure social media analytics to content alongside the social media volunteers
• Be a part of the Marketing Committee and be able to meet in person or Zoom 1x a month

Volunteer Requirements/Working Conditions:

• Can work remotely - will need to meet by Zoom or Google meets as needed
• Understand and promote PPCM’s mission
• Be a part of the Marketing Committee - meets 1-2 hours monthly; in person or Zoom
• Be an ambassador for PPCM
• Help to educate the community about PPCM

Recommended Volunteer Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• May work remotely out of Colorado Springs
• Experience as a graphic designer or in a related field.
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
• Proficient Experience using Canva
• Bonus if you have experience with desktop publishing tools, including Photoshop, InDesign Quark, and Illustrator.
• A strong eye for visual composition.
• Effective time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Able to give and receive constructive criticism.
• Understanding of marketing, production, website design, corporate identity, product packaging, advertisements, and multimedia design.