Job Description
THIS IS AN UNPAID ROLE
Role Title : Graphic Designer
Position Type : Volunteer (unpaid)
Location : Remote
Reports to : Senior Communications Manager
Works closely with : Web Designers, Social Media Director, Editorial Team, PR Officers
Role Overview
We are seeking a Graphic Designer with sharp instincts, fast turnaround capabilities, and a strong understanding of visual communication. This role is responsible for producing consistent, on‑brand graphics across platforms — including social media, digital campaigns, publications, and live events.
You’ll be embedded within the Communications Branch, collaborating closely with the Social Media Director and Web Designers to support ongoing storytelling and campaign needs. The ideal candidate has a strong grasp of layout, branding, and typography, and can take both direction and initiative.
Key Responsibilities
Design branded graphics for digital and print: social posts, reports, decks, website banners, and event assets
Turn written or verbal briefs into visually clear, compelling outputs
Collaborate with the Social Media Director to deliver timely platform‑specific visuals
Support the Web Design team with visual assets for new modules, pages, or microsites
Create infographics and data visualisations for reports and thought leadership
Maintain brand consistency across all content in accordance with the BCI brand manual
Adapt visuals for different platforms and formats (e.g., accessibility, aspect ratios, languages)
Organise and maintain a shared asset library for communications use
Requirements
Experience and Skills
Strong portfolio of visual design work (brand application, campaigns, layouts, infographics)
Experience working in nonprofit, advocacy, or policy‑related design environments
Ability to synthesise complex topics into clean, engaging visuals
Familiarity with accessibility best practices for digital content
Strong attention to detail and ability to juggle multiple requests
Comfortable receiving and giving feedback in a collaborative setting
Tools & Platforms
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or Figma
Experience with Canva Pro or other quick‑turn design tools
Familiarity with project coordination tools like Trello
Light animation or motion graphics experience is a plus
Basic understanding of WordPress asset integration is helpful but not required
Knowledge of WIX is considered a necessity
Benefits
What You’ll Gain
A portfolio of work tied to global policy, innovation, and climate action
Creative ownership within a respected climate‑tech nonprofit
Mentorship and collaboration with communications leads and international teams
The opportunity to help shape the visual language of BCI’s public presence
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Job Tags
Remote work