Position: Social Media Graphic Designer Volunteer
Reports to: Amber Lancaster, Executive Director

Position Summary: The Social Media Graphic Designer Volunteer will help expand Start 1 Spark’s visibility on various social networking platforms. The position will support the Executive Director in developing images to accompany social media posts and monthly Facebook cover graphics. The Volunteer will utilize platforms such as Canva and Google workspace to meet project goals and deadlines. The ideal candidate for this role must be organized, creative, and a passionate learner who is excited to grow Start 1 Spark’s audience.

Start 1 Spark’s mission is to eliminate the financial costs of school extracurriculars so all students can participate in their school community. Utilizing multiple platforms, the Social Media Graphic Designer Volunteer will be a valuable team member helping to expand a local non-profit. This is an exciting opportunity for the Social Media Graphic Designer Volunteer to gain real world experience applying learned communication skills.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
● Generate original images that build meaningful connections and encourages community members to take action
● Ensure all images meet Start 1 Spark’s branding guidelines
● Familiarity with types and sizes of images and graphics allowed on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn
● Brainstorm with the Social Media Volunteer on the images that can accompany each post
● Coordinate with the Executive Director and/or volunteer photographer pictures that may be required for upcoming communications in a timely manner

Requirements:
● Demonstrate creativity and consistency
● Must be detail-oriented, dependable, and meet all established deadlines
● Work in a collaborative environment and share ideas and critiques respectfully
● Respect and maintain the confidentiality of Start 1 Spark’s donors and partner school students and staff

Time Commitment: 4-8 hours per month
Contact Information: Amber@start1spark.org or (c) 571-239-2462