WhoWhatWhy is hiring : Graphic Designer (Volunteer) in Los Angeles

Overview

Note : The following is an opportunity for flexible, part-time, volunteer work. Please DO NOT APPLY if you are only looking for paid employment. All positions are remote / work-from-home.

WhoWhatWhy is a nonprofit news organization working to give the public verified, thoughtful information and rely primarily on a volunteer team of skilled individuals.

Are you a highly experienced Graphic Designer who is passionate about making a difference? Would you like your designs to be seen by a thoughtful, engaged audience? Would you find it exciting to work with smart and talented individuals committed to producing great journalism in the public interest? Can you commit 10 hours a week to our mission, working remotely on your own schedule with our far-flung, diverse team?

WhoWhatWhy is seeking to build our team of top-notch, outside-the-box graphic designers. These designers will work closely with our Visual, Copy Writing, Editorial, Marketing, and IT Teams to create compelling visuals to accompany our stories, aid in branding efforts, and improve our website. Successful candidates will have experience with news, media, and journalism, as well as a visually stunning portfolio.

Our organization is a nonprofit that is not funded by a zillionaire. We do not accept corporate ads. As such, we are only currently able to pay a small core team, as well as experienced professional freelancers, relying primarily on skilled volunteers to fill out our growing organizational infrastructure (this role is not paid). Age does not matter. We have among us young students, vibrant retirees, and everything in between, from all walks of life.

Responsibilities

• Make a post on Canva or Adobe
• Detail oriented
• Understand a picture through a sentence
• Able to work closely with Visual, Copy Writing, Editorial, Marketing, and IT Departments
• Able to work closely and in sync with Copy Writer
• Able to work in fast-paced environment
• Illustrates concept by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size and style, and related aesthetic concepts
• Obtain approval of concept by submitting rough layout for approval
• Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment; and purchasing from vendors
• Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed
• Deadline-oriented
• Share our values and commitment to a higher form of journalism
• Preferred; Ability to create and edit 1-minute video

Qualifications

You will be expected to attend your department’s recurring meetings. Beyond this, you will work on your own schedule. We ask for a minimum commitment of 6 months for at least 10 hours a week. Because our team is spread throughout the world, we rely on a combination of Slack, email, and conference calls, and expect everyone to be responsive in a timely manner.

How to Apply

We will not review applications that appear to be mass submissions. To apply, send your resume and a customized cover letter, making clear you are familiar with our mission and work. You should confirm your understanding that this is a volunteer position. If there is no option to attach a cover letter, please send a cover letter to hr@whowhatwhy.org.

Please note that response emails from us sometimes end up in spam folders; don’t forget to check them. Thank you!

Please confirm that you have access to Adobe Creative Suite on your personal laptop. Detail your proficiency and experience with its applications?

What format of design most interests you? Why? Which is of least interest?

Are you able to meet the expectation of replying to emails within 24 hours of receipt?

What has been your most creative project or product? Why do you rate it as such?

Do you understand that this is an unpaid and work-from-home position?

How many hours per week can you devote for WWW?

How long can you commit to the role? (In months)

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