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Are you a talented Graphic Designer ready to craft the visual identity of a brand new national charity?

MINDSET Charity is a brand-new, UK-wide men's mental wellbeing and personal growth organisation dedicated to tackling the mental health crisis among men aged 16-50 years old. We're building a vital, remote-first brotherhood of support, resources, and mentoring, and we need an artistic visionary to bring our brand to life.

We have an AI-generated concept for our logo, but we need YOUR expert eye and design prowess to transform it into a professional, impactful, and versatile brand identity. This isn't just about creating a pretty picture; it's about giving MINDSET a face that resonates, inspires, and stands for hope and growth.

The Challenge (And Your Opportunity):

The tragedy of male suicide in the UK demands action. We refuse to be invisible. Our visual brand needs to cut through the noise, convey our unique blend of support and growth, and appeal directly to men aged 16-50 across the UK.

As our founding Volunteer Graphic Designer, you will be the creative force behind our entire visual presence. This is a hands-on, highly autonomous remote role requiring a keen eye for branding, a passion for design, and the ability to translate our mission into compelling visuals.

Who We Need to Poke:

We're seeking an experienced, proactive Graphic Designer with:

• Exceptional Design Skills: Proven experience in logo design, brand development, and creating engaging visual assets.

• Brand Builder: Ability to take an initial concept and develop it into a comprehensive brand identity with colour palettes, typography, and visual elements.

• Guideline Guru: Expertise in creating detailed Brand Guidelines to ensure consistency across all our communications.

• Versatile Creative: Capable of designing a wide range of assets, including:

  • Final Logo Suite: In various formats (vector, web, print) for diverse applications.

  • Social Media Templates: Engaging visuals for posts, stories, and campaigns.

  • Marketing Collateral: Roller banners, flyers, and promotional booklets.

  • Website Assets: Branded banners, icons, and imagery.

  • Volunteer Resources: Branded manuals and internal documents.

  • Business Stationery: Letterheads, email signatures, etc.

• Remote Work Savvy: Comfortable collaborating remotely, managing your own workflow, and meeting deadlines.

• Mission-Driven: A genuine passion for men's mental health and personal growth, understanding our target audience.

What You Will Deliver:

• A Brand Identity: A fully developed logo and comprehensive Brand Guidelines that define MINDSET's visual language, based on the logo we have already created.

• Launch-Ready Assets: A suite of high-quality graphic assets for our immediate launch needs across digital and print.

• Visual Storytelling: Help us communicate our mission powerfully and persuasively to volunteers, donors, and the men we serve.

• A Lasting Impact: Your designs will be the visual foundation for a charity that aims to support thousands of men a year, literally making a difference to lives across the UK.

Don't just design. Define a legacy. If you're ready to use your creative talents to make a profound social impact and define the look of a vital new charity, we want to see your portfolio.

Apply Now to Become MINDSET's Founding Volunteer Graphic Designer.

Please send your CV and/or a link to your portfolio.

Your designs will be the face of hope and change. Let's make MINDSET visually unforgettable.

MINDSET Charity

@MINDSETCharity

About Roots Academy 

At Roots Academy, we’ve built a learning experience that’s changing the lives of the ummah’s future leaders, change-makers and visionaries.

Our vision is enabling university students to live God-centred lives, so we teach structured, engaging and transformative face-to-face foundational Islamic education to over 2,000 students across the UK, Canada, Australia & USA.

Role Summary

As a Graphic Designer, you will be instrumental in shaping the visual identity of Roots Academy Canada. From designing educational resources and social media assets to crafting digital campaigns and event materials, your work will ensure our content reflects ihsan (excellence), clarity, and spiritual depth. You will help bring Islamic learning to life through purposeful, polished, and impactful design.

Key tasks

• Design Development: Create visually compelling graphics for use across social media, email, web, presentations, and print

• Brand Consistency: Ensure all visual materials align with Roots Academy’s brand guidelines and Islamic values

• Content Support: Collaborate with the social media and education teams to translate ideas and scripts into polished, engaging visuals

• Campaign Assets: Support event and program launches by designing posters, promo kits, and other visual collateral

• Template Creation: Build easy-to-edit templates for internal teams to use (e.g., Canva or Google Slides)

• Revision & Feedback: Adapt designs based on team feedback while maintaining efficiency and quality

• Trend Awareness: Stay up to date on design and content trends, especially within the faith-based and youth development space

• Project Management: Maintain organized design files and deliver work in a timely manner

What we’re looking for

• Strong design portfolio demonstrating creativity, clarity, and alignment with brand guidelines

• Experience using tools like Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or Figma

• Attention to detail and a strong sense of layout, typography, and visual hierarchy

• Ability to take direction while contributing creative input

• A deep understanding of Islamic values and visual modesty in design

• Experience designing for social media platforms (Instagram, YouTube, TikTok)

• Excellent communication and time-management skills

What we have to offer

• Be part of a team of 100+ dedicated volunteers from across the country.

• Receive continuous rewards for those that seek Islamic knowledge from the Roots platform.

• Be a part of a growing organisation that aims to revive and educate Muslims from a grassroots perspective.

• Receive in-house tarbiyah sessions to develop your deen. 

Please note this is an unpaid volunteer position. 

Volunteers are entitled to claim expenses incurred for food, travel and equipment, in line with our Expenses policy. 

Volunteer Opportunity: Graphic Designer - Build EchoLabs Youth Brand

Role Title: Volunteer Graphic Designer - Brand Identity & Logo

Location: Remote

Time Commitment: Flexible

Start Date: ASAP

About EchoLab:

EchoLab is a new youth-led charity launching in London to empower young people aged 13 to 26 years old through creativity, tech and mentorship. We're building safe, vibrant spaces where young people can explore coding, music, digital storytelling, and much more - while receiving guidance from mentors who reflect their lived experience.

We're now seeking a visionary graphic designer to help us create a bold, inclusive brand identity that resonates with young Londoners and reflects our mission.

What You'll Do As Our Graphic Designer

• Design EchoLab's Logo: A dynamic, memorable logo that captures our energy, values, and youth-led spirit.
• Build A Brand Identity: Develop a cohesive visual style - colours, typography, and mood - that feels fresh, inclusive and empowering.
• Create Core Assets: Design templates for social media, flyers and our website.

Who We're Looking For

• A creative thinker with a strong design portfolio.
• Experience in branding, logo design, and youth-facing visuals.
• Passion for youth empowerment, inclusion, and social impact.

​What You'll Get

• A high impact branding project for your portfolio.
• Creative freedom and collaboration with a youth-led team.
• Recognition in our annual review and report, our social media and launch materials.
• The chance to shape a brand that inspires a generation.

How To Apply

Send your Portfolio and tell us;

1. Why you're interested.
2. What youth-facing brands or styles inspire you.
3. Your availability and preferred working style.

This position is open to anyone with a keen interest in Friends of the Earth and our local campaigns in the borough of Camden. We are looking for someone interested in environmental and sustainability issues and environmental justice in the Camden community who enjoys digital design. 

Duties:

The designer will help with:

• Designing and producing event materials (brochures, flyers, posters)

• Designing social media post templates & banners

• Attending events and being part of the FoE Camden community

Desired attributes: 

• Experience with Image Editing software (Adobe Photoshop, GIMP, Canva, etc.)

• Passion for the campaigning group’s mission and a commitment to communicating the impact of the charity's work 

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Please send us a message stating clearly why you are interested in volunteering in our group. Also please be aware Friends of the Earth Camden is a local campaign group, so there's no need to apply if you're not UK/ London based. 

REMIX is a brand new, dynamic UK youth charity launching in London, focused on transforming the lives of young people aged 11-26 from deprived areas, initially across Hackney, Tower Hamlets, and Southwark. We believe that postcode shouldn't determine potential.

Our mission is to REMIX young people's lives by providing targeted Mentoring, essential Life Skills, and powerful Personal Development programmes. We are building momentum and need striking, professional visual assets to convey our mission, attract crucial funding, and recruit programme participants and volunteers.

The Role: Remixing Our Visual Identity

We are seeking a talented and passionate Volunteer Graphic Designer to join our founding team. You will be instrumental in translating our powerful mission into compelling visual assets that elevate our profile and help us secure vital support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build a charity's visual identity from the ground up, create a significant portfolio of work for a worthy cause, and make a tangible impact on social mobility in London.

Key Responsibilities:

• Campaign Asset Creation: Designing graphics for ongoing campaigns, including volunteer recruitment, fundraising drives, and programme promotion across social media (Instagram, X, LinkedIn).

• Print Collateral: Designing professional, branded assets such as:

  • Roller Banners for events and outreach.

  • Posters and Flyers for programme promotion in the target boroughs.

  • Programme Booklets and Workbooks (layout design).

• Brand Consistency: Working with the founding team to ensure all visual materials adhere to the nascent REMIX brand guidelines (colour palette, tone, logo use).

• Design Consultation: Offering creative input on the best visual approach for communicating complex social mobility facts and programme concepts clearly and engagingly.

What We Are Looking For

• Design Proficiency: Strong demonstrable skills in graphic design, with proficiency in industry-standard software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign or similar tools like Canva Pro).

• Portfolio: A portfolio or examples of previous work demonstrating strong typography, layout, and visual communication skills.

• Reliability: The ability to work independently, manage your time effectively, and meet agreed-upon deadlines within a flexible schedule.

• Communication: Excellent communication skills to take briefs and provide creative updates remotely.

• Passion: A genuine passion for youth development, social mobility, and the mission of REMIX. Experience working with youth or community organisations is a bonus, but not essential.

Why Volunteer with REMIX?

• High Impact: Your designs will directly contribute to securing donations and volunteers, enabling our programmes to run and directly changing young lives.

• Build a Legacy: Be one of the founding volunteers, helping to establish the visual foundation for a major new London charity.

• Portfolio Boost: Gain substantial experience creating high-impact assets for a professional charity, perfect for enhancing your portfolio.

• Flexible Working: Complete your tasks remotely on a schedule that fits around your existing commitments.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your portfolio via this website.

East London Waterworks Park is looking for illustrators, animators and graphic designers to help campaign in the creation of our new park with natural swimming ponds.

East London Waterworks Park is a volunteer-led charity that has won a 2024 New London Architecture award and raised £2m towards buying land from the Department for Education to transform the 14-acre Thames Water Depot on Lea Bridge Road on the border of Waltham Forest and Hackney, into a new biodiverse park with natural swimming ponds, forest schools and community spaces. 

We are looking for illustrators, animators and graphic designers to contribute to our community-led working circle who are working on coordinating our digital marketing. 

There is opportunity to lead on projects across content creation, social media, film or any other channels of interest, and facilitate the direction of the working circle.

The Comms Circle currently meets fortnightly on a Tuesday evening on Google Meet and spends voluntary time outside of the meeting completing agreed tasks remotely.

While technical skills are essential, we also value your ability to think creatively and strategically. You should have experience in creating engaging visual content for various platforms that will engage stakeholders and decision makers, such as public reports, presentations for decision makers, social media and websites. A strong understanding of storytelling and the ability to communicate complex ideas effectively through visuals will be invaluable. You should be comfortable with community-led processes. Our roles are quite flexible. We hope that people bring radical imagination, peace with nature, and courageous inclusiveness to the role. 

Contribute to the creation of a new biodiverse community-owned park with free access natural swimming ponds.Your creative talents will be invaluable in bringing the park’s biodiversity to life. Through your illustrations, animations, and graphic designs, you’ll help us create visually captivating content that inspires, educates, and engages our community, stakeholders and decision makers. Your work will play a vital role in fostering a strong connection between people and nature, ultimately creating the park’s future.

Graphic Designer & Marketing Volunteer

About us

The Museum of Brands, nestled in the vibrant Notting Hill area of West London, is a one-of-a-kind institution that brings to life the fascinating history of consumer culture through branding, packaging, and advertisements. Our collection showcases over 200 years of social and technological change, offering visitors a nostalgic and insightful journey through history. Established by Robert Opie, the museum is a treasure trove of everyday items that might have been thrown away by past generations, but now tell the story of how consumer trends shaped society.

The Role 

We’re looking for talented Graphic Design & Marketing Volunteers to help create vibrant, on-brand visual content for both our social media and in-house marketing materials. You'll be working with Canva and Adobe tools to bring campaigns to life, from digital posters and Instagram carousels to screen graphics and printed flyers.

This offers an opportunity for hands-on experience in the GLAM (Galleries, Libraries, Archives, and Museums) Cultural Sector, ideal for students or individuals with a strong interest in marketing, graphic design and content creation.

What you’ll do:

· Design digital and print marketing assets using Canva, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop or InDesign including:

o Social media graphics (posts, stories, highlight covers)

o Posters, flyers, leaflets

o Screens and TV slides for internal displays

· Follow and apply our brand identity guidelines to all content

· Translate event listings, updates, and key messages into engaging visual content

· Support and expand ongoing campaign visuals - while also contributing your own creative ideas

· Help plan and schedule social media content using tools such as Meta Business Suite or Hootsuite

· Collaborate with the wider team on seasonal campaigns, exhibitions, and public programmes

· Stay aware of current design trends and help ensure our visual identity remains fresh and dynamic

· Analyse the performance of social media posts, using data insights to adjust and improve future content strategies.

Additional Duties

•  Front of House Support: Train as a Museum Front of House assistant, covering Reception duties, welcoming visitors, handling calls, and assisting with other interdepartmental tasks as needed.

Who we’re looking for:

• Has experience using Canva and/or Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, or InDesign)
• Has a strong eye for layout, typography, and colour, with a good understanding of visual branding
• Can confidently follow a style guide but also bring your own creative flair
• Has good written communication skills and can transform information into clear, engaging design
• Is well-organised, proactive, and able to work independently and as part of a team
• Bonus: an interest in museums, heritage, arts or cultural marketing

Availability

We're excited to offer this opportunity as either a volunteer role or a student placement, ideal for anyone looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and creative environment.

Student Placement: This placement is perfect for someone who can contribute 2–3 days per week, with flexible options for full days (8 hours) or half days (4 hours) based on your schedule.

Volunteering: We are looking for individuals who can offer at least one half day per week for a minimum of three months. This helps create a consistent and valuable experience for both you and our marketing team.

Whether you're hoping to enhance your CV, gain industry insight, or support a cause you care about, we’d be delighted to welcome you aboard.

This placement requires in-person work at The Museum of Brands, London, W11 1QT during the week.

Expenses

Travel expenses up to £5 will be paid, with up to an additional £5 for lunch expenses if you are here for over 6 hours.

Training and support

We have an induction process that ensures you have the information needed to thrive during your time with us. Training is primarily ‘on-the-job’, guided by our Marketing Officer. You'll receive ongoing support, regular feedback, and opportunities for 1-to-1 discussions to enhance your skills and experience. We’re also happy to provide references and CV support to aid in your future employment opportunities.

Our Commitment

The Museum of Brands is committed to:

• Equality and fairness: We believe in providing equal opportunities for all volunteers, ensuring fairness in all aspects of the role.
• Safe working environment: Your safety is paramount, and we comply with all health and safety regulations.
• Confidentiality: We adhere to the principles of the Data Protection Act to ensure your privacy and data security.

Please note: Applicants from some overseas countries are required to have a relevant work permit or student visa in order to volunteer in the U.K. We’ll need to see this for our records before volunteering can commence.

Media Division online

Are you involved with Media? Would you like to make a positive impact doing what you love and

enjoy? IHF needs your expertise in graphics and social media to volunteer your time working

from the comfort of your home.

Volunteers from across the Globe are invited to join our MEDIA team as At Home members or

as part of our Global Leadership Development program. Whether an hour a month or an hour a

day, whether experienced or new; your help is needed. Meet many people from diverse cultures

and socio- economic backgrounds globally, while helping children seeking a brighter future.

The International Humanity Foundation(IHF) is seeking experts and those who want to learn.

Ages 18-95.

MEDIA PR DIVISION

�� GRAPHICS & DESIGN

�� IHF Website / IT

�� IHF Social Media

�� Translation

�� Volunteer Outreach (General Online Outreach Task Team, GOOTT)

�� University Partnerships

�� IHF Newsletter

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About Trans Celebration

Trans Celebration is a trans-led, grassroots human rights and community organisation committed to celebrating and advocating for trans and gender-diverse individuals across the UK. Through monthly campaigns in fashion, art, and beauty, we aim to educate, inspire, and create inclusive spaces where trans and non-binary people can thrive.

We're growing our creative team and looking for a passionate Graphic Design Volunteer to help us tell our story visually and make a meaningful impact through design.

Job Summary

The Graphic Design Volunteer will play a key role in supporting our marketing and communications team by producing high-quality digital and print content. You’ll contribute to everything from social media visuals and web graphics to campaign logos and video editing. If you’re creative, detail-oriented, and excited about trans empowerment, this is a great opportunity to build your portfolio while supporting a vital cause.

Key Responsibilities

• Design graphics and visual assets for use across print, web, and social platforms.

• Assist with maintaining and updating our website and blog (WordPress).

• Help develop and adapt branding materials, including logos and campaign identities.

• Collaborate on creative assets for events, awareness campaigns, and fundraising initiatives.

• Support the creation and editing of short-form video content.

• Maintain version control on design collateral.

• Participate in creative brainstorming sessions and contribute to the visual direction of campaigns.

• Assist with additional creative and administrative tasks as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Competencies:

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; Premiere Pro is a plus).

• Experience with WordPress for website edits and updates.

• Strong written and visual communication skills.

• Understanding of design for both digital and print formats.

• Basic knowledge of video production and editing.

Personal Attributes:

• Organised, detail-oriented, and dependable.

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Creative thinker and team player with a proactive mindset.

• Passion for trans rights, inclusion, and community activism.

• Comfortable working independently and collaborating virtually.

• Willing to learn, take feedback, and adapt quickly.

Work Environment

• on-site in person

• Flexible working hours with project-based tasks.

• Collaborative, supportive, and inclusive team environment.

Language Requirements

• Fluency in English (spoken and written) is essential.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit:

• A cover letter outlining your interest and relevant design experience.

• A current CV or resume.

• A portfolio of recent design work (PDF or link).

Jabalie is a UK charity working internationally with survivors and individuals that are at high risk of gender-based violence.

Many victims feel unable to leave their relationship and for those that do, many return to their abuser for a variety of reasons - for example, because they are financially dependent on them, or remain emotionally controlled by them. It takes an average of 7 times for a victim to leave an abusive relationship permanently.

Jabalie is a UK charity that aims to educate and empower survivors and individuals at high-risk of gender-based violence to promote their safety, autonomy and economic independence. We are developing an education and empowerment programme to help build survivors' knowledge, skills and confidence so they can build their lives outside the shelter and become financially independent.

The programme will have 5 areas: (1) Understanding GBV; (2) Skills Development; (3) Legal Rights; (4) Women's Health; and (5) Mental Health. We will also have a training of trainers programme, advocacy against GBV, and are building a community of survivors and GBV activists.Our pilot programme will be created in the UK and Kenya using a model that can be upscaled internationally.

UI/UX Designer

Jabalie is a UK charity that aims to educate and empower survivors and individuals at high-risk of gender-based violence to promote their safety, autonomy and economic independence.

We are seeking a UI/UX (Web) Designer who will be responsible for creating intuitive and user-friendly digital interfaces, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable user experience. The aim is to create intuitive, engaging, and brand-consistent web and digital experiences. They use knowledge of user psychology, design principles, and organisational goals to design websites and other digital channels such as mobile apps.

Key responsibilities include:

• User Experience (UX) Research: Conduct user research to understand user needs, goals, and pain points.
• Design Creation: Create user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and prototypes to guide the design process. Implement a suitable sitemap and information architecture.
• Collaboration: Work closely with technical developers to implement website designs effectively. Work with other creative teams to produce a clear, visual, vision for the brand.
• User Interface (UI) Elements: Develop a UI component library for design graphic user interface elements such as menus, tabs, and widgets. Ensure all design elements, templates and finished solutions work within a variety of browser types and screen settings.
• Graphic design: create typography, using colour theory, photo direction, vector manipulation, motion graphics, etc. Adhere to style standards and brand guide on typography and graphic design.
• Testing and Iteration: Test designs and iterate based on user feedback and testing results for continued improvement on user experience.

This role is crucial in ensuring that our website or mobile apps are visually appealing, user-centric and easy to navigate.

Qualification and personal qualities:

• Experience as a UI/UX Designer or a web designer with good UX design knowledge
• Knowledge of HTML/CSS; JavaScript is a plus
• Problem-solving aptitude
• Analytical mind with a business acumen
• Excellent communication skills

A key aspect of this role will be site mapping navigation, page design of the website and the creation of wire frames.

Desirable: using the website page design to create consistent social media template designs for Instagram/ LinkedIn.

We are looking for an applicant that can start immediately and work alongside two other volunteers in our existing website team.

We look forward to receiving your applications!

Minimum Hours per Week:

2-3 hours per week

Duration:

3-5 months