A unique opportunity has arisen for a Graphic Designer at Borderline Arts (BA). BA's aim is to use the arts to raise awareness of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), reduce the surrounding stigma & support those living with the diagnosis.
What difference will you make?
Benefits We are a friendly bunch who welcome new volunteers into the team. As the Graphic Designer you will Be working in a positive & encouraging environment. Gain experience of working in a growing, dynamic & successful arts & mental health charity. Receive 100% of agreed out of pocket expenses (that are vital to the role of Graphic Designer) are reimbursed. Have all your Designs clearly credited as yours – raising your profile and your reach as a Graphic Designer to our global links Have the chance to build your portfolio Have the option to receive references to help your future career
What are we looking for?
Knowledge & Skills Required Role Specific -Strong knowledge of & skills in using relevant software (ideally already has access to the software) -Ideally, is able to create short, simple animations -Basic illustrative skills to propose ideas in rough sketch form -Creative flair -Innovative -Attention to detail -Ability to proofread text General -Professional approach to deadlines -Dependable & committed to their role -Works well in a team -Can work autonomously - highly motivated & proactive -Has Access to internet, email etc -Communicates clearly & regularly with our Volunteer Coordinator -Abides by BA policies -Good understanding of BA's aims, or willing to learn -At all times, works to achieve BAs' aims
What will you be doing?
The Graphic Designer's Role is to Work to a brief - We have some characters/a style that we would love to keep in some form, but for them to be modified to bring them to life. Share/discuss rough sketches of design ideas with the BA Founder (work together to agree on an idea) Estimate the time required to complete the work Work within that timeframe Proofread text included in the designs to produce accurate & high-quality work Present finalised ideas & concepts to the BA Founder Work well with other BA volunteers & any relevant external contacts Knowledge & Skills Required Role Specific Strong knowledge of & skills in using relevant software (ideally already has access to the software) Ideally, is able to create short, simple animations Basic illustrative skills to propose ideas in rough sketch form Creative flair Innovative Attention to detail Ability to proofread text General Professional approach to deadlines Dependable & committed to their role Works well in a team Can work autonomously - highly motivated & proactive Has Access to internet, email etc Communicates clearly & regularly with our Volunteer Coordinator Abides by BA policies Good understanding of BA's aims, or willing to learn At all times, works to achieve BAs' aims Commitment Length To be discussed in an informal interview, but 6 months minimum Time commitment Approximately 3-6 hours per week, but can vary week-to-week, so requires flexibility.