Stop Motion Animation Artist (Volunteer)

Stop Motion Animation Artist (Volunteer)
PromiseStories | Creative Media & Visual Storytelling
Organization:

Mentor A Promise (MAP)
Location:

Remote with NYC-based collaboration as needed
Type:

Volunteer
Reports To:

Chief of Content & Storytelling / Creative Director
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. Storytelling is central to our mission—helping young people see themselves reflected in narratives of dignity, imagination, and possibility.
About PromiseStories | Creative Media
PromiseStories produces mission-driven storytelling across film, animation, publishing, podcasting, and digital media. We create content that restores voice, honors lived experience, and communicates MAP’s values through art.
Role Overview
We are seeking a

Stop Motion Animation Artist

to help bring MAP stories to life through tactile, handcrafted animation. This role will contribute to short films, educational content, children’s stories, and campaign pieces that support youth empowerment and social impact storytelling.
The ideal candidate enjoys experimentation, patience, and creative problem-solving, and understands how visual storytelling can amplify dignity-centered narratives.
Key Responsibilities
Develop stop motion animation concepts aligned with MAP’s mission
Create short animated pieces for educational, storytelling, or campaign use
Collaborate with writers, illustrators, and content teams
Assist in storyboard development and visual planning
Ensure animations are accessible, age-appropriate, and culturally responsive
Contribute to creative brainstorming sessions
Maintain timely, professional responsiveness via email and chat in Google Workspace
Qualifications
Experience with stop motion animation (claymation, paper cut-out, object animation, etc.)
Basic understanding of animation tools and production workflows
Strong visual storytelling skills
Ability to collaborate across creative teams
Alignment with MAP’s mission and dignity-centered values
Preferred Skills
Portfolio demonstrating stop motion work
Experience with children’s content or educational media
Familiarity with basic editing software
Interest in social impact storytelling
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 creating mission-driven animation
Collaboration with writers, educators, and filmmakers
Professional references and letters of recommendation
The opportunity to shape stories that empower youth
A meaningful role in advancing equity-centered storytelling
How to Apply
Interested candidates must apply directly through Idealist and submit:
Resume (required)
Cover letter (required) describing relevant animation experience and interest in MAP’s mission
Portfolio or sample work (required)
Help animate stories that restore imagination and possibility—so young people can see themselves as creators of their own future.
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with our organization. At this time, volunteer opportunities are limited to individuals based in the United States due to legal, safeguarding, data-privacy, and programmatic requirements. We appreciate your interest in our mission and your understanding of these constraints.