Volunteer: Graphic Designer Job at Mentor A Promise in New York

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Location: Remote • Type: Volunteer

About Mentor A Promise
Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a youth-centered nonprofit dedicated to supporting students ages 5-18 experiencing housing instability in New York City. Through mentorship, social-emotional learning, academic enrichment, and creative expression, we create safe, consistent, and empowering spaces for young people to grow, thrive, and succeed. We believe every child deserves a promise kept – and we work every day to make that promise real.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Graphic Designer (Volunteer) to support MAP’s visual storytelling and brand identity across multiple projects. From program materials and digital campaigns to social media graphics and fundraising collateral, you will play a key role in communicating our mission through design. This is a great opportunity for a creative designer who wants to use their skills for social impact and help shape the look and feel of a growing nonprofit.

Key Responsibilities

• Design graphics, illustrations, and layouts for web, social media, print, and presentations.
• Develop branding materials for MAP programs, campaigns, and special initiatives.
• Collaborate with communications and program teams to create visuals that support storytelling and outreach.
• Maintain visual consistency across all MAP platforms and projects.
• Prepare files for digital and print distribution.
• Contribute creative ideas to campaigns, events, and content strategies.

Requirements

• Proven experience in graphic design, with a portfolio showcasing relevant work.
• Proficiency in design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or Canva/Figma.
• Strong understanding of visual hierarchy, color, typography, and layout.
• Ability to work collaboratively and adapt designs to fit brand guidelines.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management skills.
• Passion for mission-driven design and supporting underserved communities.

Nice to Have

• Experience designing for nonprofits, education, or community organizations.
• Motion graphics or video editing skills (Adobe After Effects, Premiere, or similar).
• Illustration or custom artwork capabilities.

What You’ll Gain

• A chance to shape the visual identity of a growing nonprofit.
• Collaboration with a passionate, mission-driven team.
• Portfolio projects that highlight your design skills and social impact.
• Letters of recommendation and professional references for future opportunities.

How To Apply

Please send your resume, LinkedIn profile, and design portfolio (GitHub if applicable) to hr@mentorapromise.org along with a brief statement of interest.

Use your creativity to help us design a movement that inspires hope, opportunity, and change for students in NYC.

This is a volunteer opportunity provided by VolunteerMatch, in partnership with LinkedIn for Good.

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