Volunteer Graphic Designer Resume Samples

Description :

1. Created designs, concepts and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design.
2. Determined size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and selected style and typography.
3. Generated original artwork and design concepts for layout.
4. Marked up, pasted and assembled final layouts to prepare for printer.
5. Drew and printed charts, graphs, illustrations and other art work using computer.
6. Reviewed final layouts and suggested improvements as needed.
7. Conferred with supervisors and clients to discuss and determine layout design.

Experience

10+ Years

Level

Senior

Education

BA In Graphic Design

Description :

1. Designed window poster and tri-fold, meeting schedule.
2. Formatted text and graphics for poster and other materials.
3. Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
4. Collaborated with vendors to ensure style consistency with other in house materials.
5. Generated new ideas with limited direction and varied internal client needs.
6. Presented projects to internal clients.
7. Generated computer graphics and page-layout software, graphic elements.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BA In Graphic Design

Description :

1. Designed window poster and tri-fold, meeting schedule.
2. Formatted text and graphics for poster and other materials.
3. Designed new on-brand visual elements to effectively convey concepts and messaging.
4. Collaborated with vendors to ensure style consistency with other in house materials.
5. Generated new ideas with limited direction and varied internal client needs.
6. Presented projects to internal clients.
7. Generated computer graphics and page-layout software, graphic elements.

Experience

7-10 Years

Level

Management

Education

BA In Graphic Design

Description :

1. Designed and developed learner-centered, performance-based solutions using adult learning methodologies and a variety of delivery methods (e-learning, instructor-led training, online classrooms, virtual learning environments, performance support, distance learning, job aids, etc).
2. Created highly effective interactive content using appropriate authoring systems and software applications as needed.
3. Ensured the instructional content adheres to quality standards and supports learning outcomes.
4. Developed a working knowledge of all aspects of the business and draw on the professional expertise of subject matter experts for content development.
5. Effectively oversaw activities and adhere to project scope, timelines, budget and priorities.
6. Collaborated with Program Managers to evaluate effectiveness of programs-including development of learning metrics. 
7. Took ownership in providing recommendations on curriculum strategy, revisions and maintenance to improve learning outcomes and effectiveness.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

MS

Description :

1. Created, ordered and distributed printed and digital materials for all departments in conjunction with the Senior Graphic Designer.
2. Designed, created and installed signage for all League areas and maintain printed material stations in facilities.
3. Managed and routinely updated inventory of internal collateral such as letterhead, envelopes, forms, business cards, name plates, etc.
4. Managed production of signage for special events and outreach activities and lead the signage placement team during special events.
5. Worked with vendors to ensure printed materials are available on a regular basis and manage print production and delivery and manage vendor invoices.
6. Supported the Senior Graphic Designer in maintaining/editing content and graphics for websites, publications and impact reports.
7. Created/updated graphics for various digital displays such as LED sign, lobby TVs and email. Manage displays on those platforms.

Experience

5-7 Years

Level

Executive

Education

MS

Description :

1. Led the process of developing and documenting exhibit content, organizing ideas, and effectively communicating exhibit messages, themes, and interpretive goals for multi-faceted project teams and across the organization.
2. Advocated for messaging through a collaborative development and design process, consistently guiding the project team toward design decisions that serve content goals, often negotiating the perspectives of diverse reviewers and stakeholders, including senior leadership.
3. Collaborated with designers and interactive developers to envision overall experience and identify best display/media strategies to express the project’s conceptual framework and meet the needs of the identified audience.
4. Managed the intellectual and scientific content of exhibits and experiences including interpretative scripts, objects, photography, and videography. Serves as the primary contact for scientific review of materials.
5. Developed and executed concise action plans, timelines, and deliverables to meet project deadlines.
6. Managed the workflow of interpretative or operational content requests to provide timely service, creative solutions, and excellent communication across departments.
7. Led the design and implementation of major and minor exhibit or experience evaluations that support project goals and lead to remediation efforts.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

MS

Description :

1. Conducted research in complex subject matters both independently and working closely with expert colleagues in our Animal Care and Welfare Department.
2. Wrote or coordinate the writing of exhibit text, labels, scripts, articles, visitor handouts, audio/visual scripts, exhibit-specific public programs scripts, fundraising, conservation-focused content, and other interpretive tools and products.
3. Translated science and data into forms people can experience and understand, empowering them to consider downstream implications and ultimately influencing decisions about the products, services, and government policy we bring into the world today.
4. Considered immersive stories to engage the senses and involve our audiences as actors. 
5. Incorporated immersive multisensory storytelling and experiential futures through physical computing, ubiquitous computing, and interaction design. 
6. Looked for opportunities for how computation can exist fluidly alongside traditional materials like wood and metal, and where emerging technologies could be seamlessly incorporated into an ever-evolving palette.
7. Developed prototypes for testing exhibit and experience ideas, working independently and in collaboration with design and fabrication teams.

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

MS

Description :

1. Responded to requests for operational text or content through an internal work order system. Provide coordinated response and excellent customer service.
2. Adhered to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
3. Researched and acquired images, A/V media, artworks, objects, and other assets for display.
4. Managed content writing staff. 
5. Mentored and coached emerging colleagues.
6. Advocated for exhibit audiences and programs and participate in master and interpretative planning.
7. Represented the interpretative team and their work to others—both internally and externally. 

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

MS

Description :

1. Represented National Aquarium at conferences, meetings with contractors or collaborators, or on research trips.
2. Assessed and implemented exhibit process improvements and best practices that further institutional efficiency, excellence of exhibit experience and the wider professional field of exhibit development.
3. Kept abreast of innovations in the ever-changing fields of exhibit development, conservation psychology, changing guest expectations, and innovative display techniques.
4. Identified self-service solutions to enable departments to fulfill simple signage, print reorders, personnel items, etc. needs and operational change needs.
5. Created and maintained consistency of content development standards, quality expectations, and instructional design processes.
6. Proactively collaborated with team members, subject-matter-experts, business leaders.
7. Performed photo collections for general use and/or specific needs, knowing where to look for relevant and dynamic photography

Experience

2-5 Years

Level

Executive

Education

MS

Description :

1. Led social media outreach, identifying, creating, and implementing the appropriate content strategies to enhance WRA’s campaign effectiveness, organizational power, brand identification, and thought leadership on conservation issues.
2. Grown our social media engagement across multiple channels, including using organic and paid strategies and ensuring solid representation in all WRA states.
3. Developed and maintained the visual content and social media calendar for social media outreach, in coordination with a larger multi-channel editorial calendar shared with a cross-departmental team.
4. Created and distributed social media toolkits and coordinate a social media ambassador program with staff and partners to expand WRA’s social media reach and provide training for staff and ambassadors on tools and social media best practices.
5. Assisted in building out a digital ladder of engagement in close coordination with the Marketing and Communications and Development Teams, identifying and implementing the appropriate outreach channels to enhance campaign effectiveness and engagement.
6. Led analysis, conduct testing, derive insights, and convert data into actionable reports and outreach efforts to inform staff and board and to guide continuous improvement of social media campaign results.
7. Collaborated with WRA’s in-house graphic designer and digital engagement specialist on social media content and engagement strategies.

Experience

0-2 Years

Level

Entry Level

Education

MS