Graphic Designer Volunteer

STEM Canada is a registered not-for-profit global program that specializes in an advanced, bar-none STEM-based educational curriculum that emphasizes the interconnected subject areas of science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). The STEM program is open to all students from preschool to high school with the mission to deliver top-notch STEM literacy and application, designed to teach students in the STEM fields, yielding globally competitive results.

Are you excited about shaping the future of global education? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our international event planning team for an upcoming Global Education Fair, where we’ll showcase our innovative Medical Science and Engineering Academy to a diverse audience. This is a unique opportunity to gain invaluable experience, work alongside industry experts, and make a significant impact on the educational landscape. By volunteering for 3 months, you’ll help create an engaging and memorable experience for attendees while showcasing the transformative potential of our innovation programming for students ages 7-17. Come be a part of this exciting project and help us connect with parents, students, and educators from around the world!

Location: Remote

Time commitment – 6 hours/week

Description: As a Graphic Designer for STEM Canada, you will create a range of visual materials for the Global Education Fair. This role involves designing banners, digital brochures, promotional graphics, and other materials to support the event’s branding and communication needs. Your creativity and proficiency in design software will be key in producing visually engaging content that captures the essence of the event.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create visually appealing banners, digital brochures, promotional graphics, and other materials for the Global Education Fair.

• Ensure all design elements align with the event’s branding and communication objectives, maintaining a consistent visual style.

• Work closely with the event planning team to understand design requirements and integrate feedback into your designs.

• Develop high-quality design assets for both digital and print formats, ensuring they meet technical specifications and deadlines.

• Bring fresh and creative ideas to the table, contributing to the overall visual impact of the event.

Requirements: 

• Strong experience in graphic design with a portfolio demonstrating your skills in creating diverse visual materials.

• High level of creativity and the ability to produce engaging and visually compelling designs.

• Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or similar tools.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure accuracy and high quality in all design work.

• Effective communication skills to collaborate with team members and understand design needs and feedback.

Benefits:

• Play a key role in creating impactful visual materials for a high-profile global event, showcasing your design skills.

• Gain valuable experience in graphic design while working with industry experts and event professionals.

• Connect with educators, industry leaders, and fellow volunteers, expanding your professional network.

• Develop and enhance your graphic design skills in a dynamic and supportive environment.

• Be part of an inclusive team dedicated to diversity and equity in education.

SMAC is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome and encourage applications from all religious backgrounds, persons of color, women, Indigenous/Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, and others who can contribute to the diversification of our community.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and a cover letter to volunteer@stemcanada.ca

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. 

Interested individuals should submit their resume for immediate consideration.