Call for Volunteer Graphic Designers: Refocus Project
WE.WILL.NOW JOB POSTING
VOLUNTEER GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
WE.WILL.NOW
We Will Now Youth International Development Projects is a non-profit organization focused on supporting and encouraging youth residents of low income communities to become more socially and civically engaged in global development. Our objective is to provide quality learning opportunities both locally and abroad that strengthen communities and individuals to be self-sustaining leaders. We.Will.Now envisions a cross-cultural connection between low-income communities of Toronto, and those throughout the world. A connection built on shared experiences, and resources, and linked through social interaction, community engagement and education.
WWN works to create cross-cultural programs and projects that meet the needs of marginalized groups throughout the world, supports the priorities within the respective communities, and also allows for information sharing and dialogue.
POSITION: GRAPHIC DESIGNERS
RATE OF PAY: N/A
DATE & TIME COMMITMENT: WEDNESDAY MARCH 21ST, 2012 – 5:30PM TO 8:30PM
LOCATION: ART GALLERY OF ONTARIO – 317 DUNDAS STREET WEST (Dundas St West & University Ave)
DESCRIPTION: Through the Refocus project a group of young people from across the city of Toronto, will identify a social cause that they are passionate about, with the assistance of highly skilled socially conscious artists they will work to further explore their cause and through
dedicated workshops begin to transform the social cause into a piece of art, that will become the city-wide symbol.
We are currently seeking graphic designers willing to work with our Refocus artists in designing their social cause symbols.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT NOT LIMITED TO):
Providing technical expertise to Refocus artists
Replicate sketch patterns using computer and graphic design software
Familiarize Refocus artists to various graphic design tools, processes and elements
Provide feedback during the design process to ensure that the final product is representative of the social
cause and the Refocus artist.
REQUIREMENTS:
Must have a laptop with graphic design software
Must be available on March 21st from 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Must be willing to dedicate additional time (if required) to complete the design
HOW TO APPLY: Send your resume and one sample (please do not exceed 8.5x11) of your
work to Mellonie at mellonie@wewillnow.ca
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INTEREST HOWEVER ONLY SELECTED APPLICANTS WILL BE CONTACTED
Categories: Advocacy, Call for Artists, Call for Volunteers, Community Engagement, Workshops
