Graphic Designer

Position Overview

The #1 goal of Humane Action Pittsburgh (HAP) is to educate the public on how to prevent and relieve animal suffering by taking meaningful action. The HAP Graphic Designer will assist us in this pursuit by creating documents for education pieces, social media, the website, flyers, invitations, etc.

Purpose of the Position

• Increase visibility and improve general impression of HAP with professional graphic design

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create new graphics and design elements for web, social, email, and paper products
• Maintain and organize graphics, logos, etc. in Google Drive
• Grow awareness of HAP with the general public
• Respond to HAP leadership emails and calls within 48 hours

Training Requirements

Training on HAP’s core values, mission, and policies, including orientation on various campaign missions and statuses.

Skills and Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills
• Able to work within HAP leadership as a team member
• Working knowledge of Canva, Adobe or other graphic design software
• General knowledge of social media, web, and other graphics "standards"
• Creativity to produce exciting and interesting designs
• Organizational skills and the ability to multitask and prioritize projects
• Self-motivated
• Ability to present yourself in a friendly, professional, and nonpartisan manner
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and meet deadlines
• Working knowledge of Google Drive

Time Commitment Required

1 - 2 hours a week. This may vary.

Monthly one-hour, virtual team meetings

Monthly one-hour, virtual leadership meetings

Dress Code

Professional dress required for professional meetings (if any). If attending an informal event on behalf of HAP, we ask the volunteer to purchase a HAP T-shirt at cost.

Location

Since the pandemic, most HAP meetings take place via Zoom. However, occasional in person meetings may be required.

Benefits to the Volunteer

• Grow leadership skills
• Develop communication skills
• Cultivate your passion for animal and environmental protection and put it into action
• Create real impact on the issues regarding animal welfare
• Be a valued HAP team member
• Build your volunteer resume

What Volunteers Can Expect from HAP

• Support of HAP leadership and members
• Respect and appreciation for your contribution and input