Volunteer Graphic Designer / Exhibit Media Designer

In-person, hybrid, or remote opportunity (preferably for candidates located near our museum in South El Monte, CA)

About Us

The American Military Museum preserves and showcases U.S. military history through its collection of historic vehicles, exhibits, and educational programs. We’re looking for a creative volunteer to help modernize how visitors experience and learn from our displays.
Role Overview

We are seeking a Volunteer Graphic / Media Designer to enhance the museum’s visual and informational materials. This role focuses on improving exhibit signage, creating QR-based interactive experiences for military vehicles, and designing promotional content.
Key Responsibilities

Design and generate

QR codes

linked to vehicle histories, videos, or digital archives
Redesign and update

vehicle information boards

(clear, engaging, historically accurate layouts)
Create

museum signage and exhibit panels

for better visitor experience
Design

posters, flyers, and event materials

for outreach and promotions
Ensure consistent branding and readability across all displays
Collaborate with museum staff to translate historical information into accessible visuals
Qualifications

Experience with tools such as Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
Basic understanding of layout design for

print and signage
Ability to organize text-heavy information into clean, engaging visuals
Attention to detail and historical sensitivity/accuracy
Interest in military history, museums, or education (a plus)
What You’ll Gain

Hands-on experience designing for real museum exhibits
Portfolio work including signage, QR integration, and educational design
Opportunity to directly impact visitor experience
Volunteer hours
Nice to Have

Experience with

exhibit design, graphic design experience
Familiarity with QR tools
Basic video or interactive media skills