What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Design Artist position at The Youth Merit Funding Association?
Company Description
The Youth Merit Funding Association (UMFA) is dedicated to empowering the younger generation by providing knowledge and opportunities to foster community impact. Through various projects such as food drives, car washes, seminars, and educational events, UMFA enriches the lives and perspectives of youth. The organization operates across diverse fields, including medicine, research, humanities, media, sports, STEM, and the arts, allowing young individuals to discover and nurture their talents. This multifaceted approach helps youth channel their passions into meaningful contributions to the community.
Role Description
As a Volunteer Graphic Designer at UMFA, you will play a pivotal role in creating captivating visual designs for various organizational projects and events. Your responsibilities will include designing marketing materials, developing visual content for digital platforms, collaborating with the media and communications team, and ensuring branding consistency across all creative assets. This is a full-time, on-site volunteer position located in Old Bridge, NJ.
Qualifications
- Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) or similar software
- Knowledge of branding, visual storytelling, and user-centered design principles
- Excellent creativity, attention to detail, and a strong design aesthetic
- Ability to collaborate with teams, meet deadlines, and adapt to creative feedback
- Familiarity with basic social media platforms and digital content creation is a plus
- A portfolio demonstrating prior design work, academic projects, or personal creations
- A passion for empowering youth and contributing to community development
- High school diploma required; coursework or certifications in graphic design or a related field are favorable but not required