Overview
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Art Director, Mobile Game App (Volunteer)
PromisePlay Studio, Product Strategy & Management Division
Organization
Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location
Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed
Type
Volunteer
About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability through mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning (SEL), and creative expression. MAP designs learning experiences that are safe, engaging, culturally responsive, and grounded in dignity.
Instructional design at MAP is not abstract — it directly shapes how young people learn, regulate emotions, build skills, and experience consistency during instability.
About The Project We are developing a mobile game app designed to deliver social-emotional learning lessons to children in grades 5–9 experiencing homelessness in New York City. Set within a fun and fantastical world, the game blends creativity, empathy, and evidence-based SEL concepts to create an engaging digital experience that supports learning, resilience, and connection.
The project team is composed of volunteer game designers, story developers, instructional designers, UX/UI designers, developers, and artists working collaboratively on a mission-driven product.
Role Overview We are seeking a
Volunteer Art Director
to lead the visual vision of the mobile game app. This role is ideal for a creative leader who enjoys shaping cohesive visual systems, mentoring collaborators, and contributing their skills to a mission-driven project.
The Art Director will work closely with the project team to ensure the game’s visual style is compelling, accessible, culturally sensitive, and aligned with MAP’s values and the needs of the children we serve.
Key Responsibilities
Define and own the overall visual style and artistic direction of the mobile game
Translate project goals and user needs into a cohesive visual language
Create or guide the creation of mood boards, style guides, and visual references
Oversee character design, environments, UI elements, color palettes, and typography
Collaborate closely with game designers, UX/UI designers, developers, and nonprofit stakeholders
Provide constructive feedback and creative direction to contributing designers and illustrators
Ensure visual consistency, quality, and accessibility across the app
Balance creative ambition with technical constraints and production timelines
Qualifications
Experience as an Art Director, Visual Designer, Game Artist, or similar creative role
Strong portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling, design systems, or game/mobile work
Familiarity with mobile app or game design workflows
Ability to lead creatively, give thoughtful feedback, and collaborate across disciplines
Sensitivity to designing for vulnerable populations and diverse audiences
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, mission-first mindset
Commitment
Volunteer role
Approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration
What You’ll Gain
Hands-on experience designing mission-driven educational technology
Collaboration with educators, researchers, designers, and program leaders
Professional references and letters of recommendation
The opportunity to shape meaningful learning experiences for youth facing instability
A meaningful role in advancing equity-centered, dignity-driven education
How To Apply Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit
Resume (required)
Cover letter (required) describing relevant experience and interest in MAP’s mission
Sample work (required), such as a portfolio, website, or selected projects
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Art Director, Mobile Game App (Volunteer)
PromisePlay Studio, Product Strategy & Management Division
Organization
Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location
Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed
Type
Volunteer
About Mentor A Promise Mentor A Promise (MAP) is a New York City–based nonprofit serving children and youth ages 5–18 experiencing housing instability through mentorship, literacy, social-emotional learning (SEL), and creative expression. MAP designs learning experiences that are safe, engaging, culturally responsive, and grounded in dignity.
Instructional design at MAP is not abstract — it directly shapes how young people learn, regulate emotions, build skills, and experience consistency during instability.
About The Project We are developing a mobile game app designed to deliver social-emotional learning lessons to children in grades 5–9 experiencing homelessness in New York City. Set within a fun and fantastical world, the game blends creativity, empathy, and evidence-based SEL concepts to create an engaging digital experience that supports learning, resilience, and connection.
The project team is composed of volunteer game designers, story developers, instructional designers, UX/UI designers, developers, and artists working collaboratively on a mission-driven product.
Role Overview We are seeking a
Volunteer Art Director
to lead the visual vision of the mobile game app. This role is ideal for a creative leader who enjoys shaping cohesive visual systems, mentoring collaborators, and contributing their skills to a mission-driven project.
The Art Director will work closely with the project team to ensure the game’s visual style is compelling, accessible, culturally sensitive, and aligned with MAP’s values and the needs of the children we serve.
Key Responsibilities
Define and own the overall visual style and artistic direction of the mobile game
Translate project goals and user needs into a cohesive visual language
Create or guide the creation of mood boards, style guides, and visual references
Oversee character design, environments, UI elements, color palettes, and typography
Collaborate closely with game designers, UX/UI designers, developers, and nonprofit stakeholders
Provide constructive feedback and creative direction to contributing designers and illustrators
Ensure visual consistency, quality, and accessibility across the app
Balance creative ambition with technical constraints and production timelines
Qualifications
Experience as an Art Director, Visual Designer, Game Artist, or similar creative role
Strong portfolio demonstrating visual storytelling, design systems, or game/mobile work
Familiarity with mobile app or game design workflows
Ability to lead creatively, give thoughtful feedback, and collaborate across disciplines
Sensitivity to designing for vulnerable populations and diverse audiences
Strong communication skills and a collaborative, mission-first mindset
Commitment
Volunteer role
Approximately 5–10 hours per week
Minimum 6-month commitment preferred
Fully remote with optional NYC-based collaboration
What You’ll Gain
Hands-on experience designing mission-driven educational technology
Collaboration with educators, researchers, designers, and program leaders
Professional references and letters of recommendation
The opportunity to shape meaningful learning experiences for youth facing instability
A meaningful role in advancing equity-centered, dignity-driven education
How To Apply Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit
Resume (required)
Cover letter (required) describing relevant experience and interest in MAP’s mission
Sample work (required), such as a portfolio, website, or selected projects
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