What are the responsibilities and job description for the Merchandise Specialist (Creative Design) Volunteer Position position at Seaside Sustainability?
Company Description:
Seaside Sustainability is a nonprofit organization based in Gloucester, Massachusetts. Seaside Sustainability's mission is to protect and restore our oceans by educating people of all ages about the critical issues that threaten our environment; promoting best practices for sustainability; and inspiring meaningful advocacy and hands-on action. Seaside works with schools, cities and towns, environmental groups, technology companies, and individuals. Together, we strive to ensure the healthy future of oceans, rivers, wetlands, and estuaries around the world.
Position Description:
We are looking for a volunteer who has knowledge and experience in merchandising design through various tools (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Creative Suite or InDesign). The ideal candidate will help build creative new designs for the e-commerce store, and they should be comfortable working in an ambiguous environment with the opportunity to shape merchandise designs from the ground up.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Designing new merchandise for our organization.
- Design of the store.
- New ideas for t-shirts, sweaters, etc.
Additional Information:
As a Volunteer Merchandise Specialist, you will be working closely with the Executive Director and our dedicated Merchandise Strategy Specialist.
Duration & Compensation:
- Availability for 10 hours per week (flexible)
- Duration: 2 months or more (flexible)
- Compensation: This is an unpaid volunteer position
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Seaside Sustainability is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable environment for all. We provide equal opportunity to all applicants and participants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Seaside Sustainability strictly prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any kind and is dedicated to maintaining a respectful, safe, and inclusive workplace for all team members.