Digital Designer Volunteer Roles in Belfast

Now-u is a new non-profit app, launched in July 2020 with a mission to inform, involve and inspire people to help tackle some of the world's most pressing environmental and social problems related to i) human rights and welfare, ii) protecting the world around us, and iii) preserving our species and the planet.

The Role

Our creative team is seeking a talented individual to create illustrations primarily for our app, website and social media.

You will work with our small team of graphic designers to help create a wide range of digital graphic designs, such as illustrations for our website and frames for our social media. If you have experience with animation, it would also be great if you could help us to bring those illustrations to life for our videos and social media.

This is a flexible remote working position and you would ideally be available for 5-6 hours a week. As stated, this is a voluntary position, thus it would be unpaid

Essential: Digital graphic design experience

Desirable: Animation experience

Volunteering with now-u is an opportunity to provide really important support to a new project that we hope could really make a positive difference in the world. You would also become part of a small friendly volunteer team who would love to work collaboratively.

We are looking for a creative logo designer to improve or create a new logo for our non-profit start up. Our company's mission is to empower people to grow their own edible gardens at home and build resilient communities. We started this company in response to climate change as we beleive that each small action matter to support our planet during this time.

Also we would like the desinger to create a signature for our email, a banner for our website and a document logo. 

Application open to creative students who are just starting to build their portofolio. 

ABOUT US

Our vision is to empower people through innovative technologies to take action and help eliminate global social injustices. We are Spring ACT – Action. Compassion. Technology. –  an award-winning, Swiss-based global non-profit organisation run by a dedicated and diverse team, based on our values of empowerment, curiosity, inclusiveness, impact, integrity, compassion, and fun. We developed and launched “Sophia” – the world’s first chatbot empowering survivors of domestic violence to gather potential evidence and seek help 24/7, in every country in the world, anonymously and without leaving a digital trace. Since our launch, over 23,000 people have chatted to Sophia and we have been recognised by the President of Switzerland with the Swiss Future Prize and other global impact awards. In implementing our vision, we always seek to connect and work together with those affected by global social injustices by understanding their needs and engaging them in the creation of solutions. Together we can make a real difference and great global impact.

Our aim is to ensure that we can offer long-term, active support to survivors of domestic violence and individuals fighting other global injustices. We are looking for you to join our international team of 80 ACTivists (volunteers) and help amplify our voices to ensure that people everywhere have the tools needed to help end global injustices. 

This is where you come in! 
 

ABOUT THE PROJECTS

We’re looking for someone who can help us:

• Create the UX / UI of our new mobile app designed to fight the imposter syndrome and everyday sexism.

• Improve the user experience of existing products: 

  • Chatbot Sophia empowering survivors of domestic violence 

  • Sophia’s Digital Safe feature assisting in potential evidence gathering

  • Dots: the SDG-based alternative legal aid app

ABOUT THE ROLE

Over the next six months for approximately 3 hours a week you will join our team and:

• Design Expertise: Lead the design of intuitive, user-friendly interfaces for web and mobile applications designed to create impact and empower individuals, ensuring accessibility, responsiveness, and a seamless user experience.

• Prototyping and Wireframing: Develop wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity designs.

• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with developers, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure design vision is effectively translated into functional solutions.

• Project Management: Manage design projects from concept to completion, including setting timelines, prioritising tasks, and ensuring deliverables meet quality standards.

• User Research: Conduct user research, including surveys, interviews, and usability testing, to understand user needs and preferences, and translate insights into design improvements.

• User-Centred Design Advocacy: Champion the importance of user-centred design principles within the organisation, educating and guiding team members on best practices.

• Accessibility and Inclusivity: Ensure that all designs meet accessibility standards and cater to a diverse user base, considering various needs and contexts.

• Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilise data and analytics to inform design decisions, and continuously measure and optimise user experience based on key performance indicators.

ABOUT YOU

• Dedicated to helping eliminate global social injustices and creating impact.

• Can commit to volunteering 3 hours a week for a minimum of six months.

• Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment of a young start-up.

• Enjoy being part of an international and dedicated team.

• At least four year experience in:

  • UX / UI Design 

  • UX / UI Research

• Experience coordinating UX / UI processes across different teams independently

• Strong organisational skills and don’t lose sight of the bigger picture even in a dynamic and constant process of change.

• Experience in the non-profit sector is an asset.

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US

• Join a highly motivated team of like-minded individuals from around the world

• Help implement impactful new technologies assisting people in vulnerable situations and empowering people to take action.

• Get the opportunity to work on a crucial part of our young and fast growing organisation

• Join a value-based organisation striving to make a real impact

• Engage in meaningful and impactful work

          While gaining invaluable experience, practice your passion within real-life scenarios. 

Join a group of designers who aspire to think big, have fun, and create work that stands out. Our next team member will be an excellent communicator who is passionate about producing captivating imagery that work in both real-world and digital spaces.

Responsibilities
Create and implement attention-grabbing advertising across digital platforms.
Work well with collaborators in our creative and marketing teams.
Help develop strategies for building our brand.

Requirements
Good communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
Creative, Self-starter, Dedicated and willing to learn. 
Familiarity with design software and technologies (Photoshop, Adobe Suite and others)

Please note the role is a voluntary position and could be entirely remote. Any incurred reasonable expenses will be paid.
 
ABOUT TESYouth
TESYouth (Training, Employment Opportunities & Social Development for Youth) is a NFP social enterprise which focuses on improving the rate of youth employment, through volunteering, interactive and skill-based workshops, work-experience and training programmes. Together with our strategic partners, we collaborate with organisations to provide youth to develop their skills, and to assist in achieving their career aspirations.

We need your help creating compelling digital assets and engaging resources.

Description

Numberfit is a social enterprise that works to make Maths learning fun and engaging for children across all age groups. We are looking to grow our reach, and with this our team.

You will be working alongside a small team including our founder and operations team, creating compelling digital assets and resources, including: 

- teaching resources

- teaching equipment

- social media content

- stories and much more

What are we looking for? 

We are looking for a person passionate about children's education who:

• Has graphic design/illustration experience

• Is a visually creative individual with a passion for design

• Can provide ideas

• Has the ability to quickly understand our needs

• Can ask key questions to enable us to clarify requirements

The volunteer should also have/be:

• Value accuracy and attention to detail 

• Open to feedback

What difference will you make? 

Your input will shape how we communicate our creativity and the assets children will engage with.

With your help we’ll be able to continue raising the profile of mathematics, enjoyable learning and children's wellbeing.

What’s in it for you?

You would become part of our small, friendly team and you have the opportunity to use your time to make a real difference to the organisation’s ability to provide and deliver enjoyable maths sessions and materials for children across all age groups.

What skills should you have? 

• Graphic design
   

What skills will you gain?

• Teamwork
• Design

Requirements:

• Relevant qualification / training/ experience

• Own computer or secure access to one

• At least 3 hours a week + for a minimum period of 3 months

Aspiring Heads passionately works towards addressing the lack of black representation in leadership within education in the UK. We believe this needs to be urgently redressed with currently only 1% of black headteachers in the UK compared to 96.3% white. Leveling the playing field and creating greater opportunities for diverse leadership teams in schools would benefit all stakeholders, particularly the young people.

We seek to improve these levels of representation through development and awareness. By collaborating with a network of experienced senior black leaders in education, our flagship programme equips black educators via a 6-month developmental course, sharing the pitfalls and necessities of leadership, and the components that make a great headteacher. Through advocacy we raise awareness of this issue, working towards a unified vision for positive change.

DESIGN

• Create a logo, a selection of image designs for video library and social media graphics.

• Volunteer 2-3 hours per week remotely.

BREAKING BARRIERS

UNLOCKING POTENTIAL

Are you looking for a way to make a positive difference in the lives of people from deprived backgrounds? Do you have the skills, experience and passion to help a new start-up social mobility charity grow and thrive? If so, you might be the perfect candidate for the role of Volunteer Web Designer at Unlock YOUR Potential!

Unlock YOUR Potential is a brand new start-up social mobility charity that aims to help people from deprived backgrounds thrive and succeed. Unlock YOUR Potential will be providing services such as Employability Skills, Life Skills and Leadership, Self Improvement and Mental Wellbeing, Mentoring and Entrepreneurship. These services will empower people to overcome the barriers and challenges they face, and to unlock their full potential for a better life.

We're recruiting a Volunteer with the needed skills, time and experience in web design who can design us a much needed website to showcase our brand new social mobility charity. We are looking for an attractive, easy to navigate website that meets our needs, that is interactive, fun and inspiring look and feel.

If you are interested in becoming our Web Designer at Unlock YOUR Potential, please send your CV and a cover letter explaining why you are suitable for the role and what you can bring to the charity before 27th December 2023. We look forward to hearing from you!

Join us in our mission to create a more equal and just society for all.

VOLUNTEER

JOIN OUR TEAM

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL

Waste 4Cs' connect waste stakeholders all over the world to accelerate their positive environmental impact. Our vision is to create a collaborative and sustainable ecosystem, where innovative and environmentally conscious stakeholders such as start-ups, SMEs, activists, NGOs focused on waste, can thrive. We seek to connect and empower our members to boost their positive environmental impact. We aim to maximize the environmental impact of our members and accelerate reaching a sustainable future.

DESIGN

• Build up our branding and implement it together with Marketing.

• Volunteer 3-4 hours per week remotely

BREAKING BARRIERS

UNLOCKING POTENTIAL

Join Our Team as a Volunteer Graphic Designer!

Unlock YOUR Potential is a start-up not-for-profit organisation with a powerful vision - to break down barriers, unlock potential and empower individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds. We believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive, grow, and achieve their dreams. Our mission is to provide a wide range of services, from mentoring and employability skills to self-improvement, leadership, mental health support, and entrepreneurial programmes. At Unlock YOUR Potential, we're on a journey to boost social mobility and create a brighter future for all. Join us in unlocking the untapped potential in every individual, one life at a time.

As a Volunteer Graphic Designer, you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact by creating visually captivating materials that reflect our mission and goals.

Your key responsibilities will include, designing one or more of the following items:

• Designing Brand Guidelines to establish our visual identity.
• Crafting a Welcome Booklet that leaves a lasting impression.
• Creating eye-catching Social Media Headers and Posts to engage our audience.
• Designing Digital Potshers and content for online engagement.
• Designing Roller Banners to represent us at events.
• Designing a Z-fold Flyer for spreading our message effectively.

What we're looking for in our ideal Volunteer Graphic Designer: 

• Creativity and passion for design.
• Proficiency in graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite).
• Availability to contribute to our projects.

In return for your dedication and skills, you'll gain valuable experience, build your portfolio, and be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to improving social mobility.

If you're ready to unlock your potential as a Volunteer Graphic Designer and help us make a positive impact, we'd love to hear from you. Join us on our exciting journey to transform lives!

To apply or inquire, please send your portfolio and a brief introduction to us. Together, let's make a difference!

galore.

We are on a mission to move fashion-lovers from over consumption to smarter consumption. As it stands a single handbag produces 57.2kg in Co2 with majority fast fashion handbag ending up in landfill and designer handbags 800% less likely to be thrown away we wanted to create an ecosystem where consumers can enjoy durable, quality and power brands with less detrimental impact on the environment. Furthermore, the reason for the rise in counterfeit handbags is because of the inaccessibility.

We are on a mission to combat counterfeit handbags by building a circular platform where consumers can purchase, hire and sell authenticated luxury handbags powered by Digital Passports. Our circular model allowed consumers to maximise their usage of designer handbag and encourages users to share their handbags amongst themselves. Our Digital Passport will include photos of the handbag (which users upload after each rental), verified descriptions of supply chain and ownership, any repair or modifications performed on the handbag, authenticity-checker and valuation of the handbag.

MARKETING

• Manage LinkedIn page and grow following

  Liaise with event platforms or PR outlets on speaking/interview opportunities

• Volunteer 6-8 hours per week remotely