Graphic Designer

Volunteer Graphic Designer (Materials & Branding)

Apply Here: https://connect.ineffablefilms.org/widget/survey/s09kaNNnp82QxbkrqKBT

Company: Ineffable Films

Location: San Diego (Remote-friendly with optional local collaboration)

Industry: Media Production

Employment Type: Volunteer

Company Description

Ineffable Films is a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering emerging filmmakers, particularly those from international and underrepresented backgrounds, to tell powerful stories that challenge perspectives and inspire change. Our mission is to merge creativity with purpose, using film as a tool for cultural exploration, social impact, and personal transformation. Through mentorship, hands-on training, and access to professional resources, we equip aspiring storytellers with the skills and opportunities they need to bring their visions to life.

Role Description

We are seeking a creative and mission-driven Graphic Designer to help craft compelling visual assets that support Ineffable Films’ outreach, education, and promotional efforts. This flexible, remote-friendly volunteer position is ideal for someone who wants to use their design skills to drive cultural change, support emerging filmmakers, and visually amplify the narratives we help bring to life.

The Graphic Designer will work closely with our team to macerate (reshape and reimagine) existing materials and design new ones for digital, print, and social media use.

Key Responsibilities

• Visual Design: Create clear, engaging visual materials, including one-pagers, slide decks, social media graphics, flyers, posters, pitch decks, and presentation templates.
• Brand Consistency: Ensure all designs align with Ineffable Films’ evolving visual identity and mission.
• Material Redesign: Macerate and modernize existing outreach and educational materials to increase engagement and usability.
• Collaborative Input: Work with program leads, interns, and filmmakers to visually translate complex ideas and stories into simple, powerful designs.
• Digital Assets: Prepare graphics optimized for web, email, and social platforms, including short animations or motion graphics if capable.
• Event Support: Design visual assets for workshops, screenings, and film festivals, including signage, merch mockups, and event branding.

Qualifications

• Experience: 1–2 years in graphic design, either professionally or through strong portfolio work.
• Tools: Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and/or Canva. Bonus: Familiarity with Figma, After Effects, or DaVinci Resolve.
• Design Sensibility: A strong eye for typography, layout, and visual storytelling.
• Communication: Ability to take creative feedback and translate verbal concepts into strong visuals.
• Passion for Mission: Deep interest in storytelling, global cultures, youth empowerment, or the arts.
• Bonus: Experience in nonprofit, educational, or multicultural design projects.

Benefits

Mentality & Culture:

• No Idea Too Crazy: Pitch bold, creative ideas in our open brainstorming sessions.
• Creative Agency: Take ownership in shaping innovative projects that empower teens globally.
• Rebel Community: Collaborate with resourceful, independent thinkers passionate about making a difference.
• Global Impact: Help amplify underrepresented voices through the power of visual storytelling.
• Global Co-Creation: Collaborate with teams working across cultures and continents.
• Seat at the Table: Influence how the world perceives the mission and story of Ineffable Films.
• Flexible Scheduling: Design on your own time, with respect for your personal and professional priorities.

Practical Perks:

• Grow a socially impactful design portfolio.
• Get credited in projects viewed at screenings, festivals, and online platforms.
• Attend select film events, workshops, and team retreats.
• Build lasting relationships within San Diego's creative and social impact communities.
• Let me know if you’d like a version formatted for Canva, LinkedIn, or a one-pager PDF.