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Graphic Designer Volunteer Opportunities

ORGANIZATIONAL BACKGROUND:
The International Wolf Center advances the survival of wolf populations by teaching about wolves, their relationship to wild lands and the human role in their future. It is a not for profit organization with its flagship interpretive center in Ely, MN and its administrative office in Plymouth, MN.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Design print and electronic collateral that fits the branding standards of the International Wolf Center.

Job Type:	Volunteer
Subject:	Graphic Design, Advertising, Communications, Non-profit
Degree(s) Required:	Bachelors in Graphic Design or Advertising Design preferred
Employer Web Site:	www.wolf.org
Job Location:	Minneapolis, MN
Reports to:	Communications Assistant and/or Web Specialist
Hours:	Project specific, hours vary

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The responsibilities of the Volunteer Graphic Designer may vary depending upon the needs of the Communications department and will include:

1. Designing full-color ads for quarterly magazine with provided text and graphics -- 40%
2. Creating various full-color and B&W print collateral with provided text and graphics -35%
3. Modifying and re-sizing existing collateral in Quark Xpress, Photoshop, InDesign or Illustrator -20%
4. Developing graphics for organization Web site -5%

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop, Quark Xpress, Illustrator and/or In Design essential.
• Experience with digital photography, web publishing and Mac-environment computing a plus.
• Good knowledge of printing and prepress processes helpful.
• Detail-oriented.
• Available during normal business hours for project discussion.
• A strong interest or commitment to IWC's mission is preferred.

The Volunteer Graphic Designer must own or have access to design equipment/software, have the ability to read and speak English fluently, to comprehend written and verbal instructions and must have visual acuity and manual dexterity to perform the responsibilities of this position.

HOW TO APPLY:
If you are interested in applying for this position, please send a resume and portfolio samples* to the attention of:

*Acceptable methods include: a low-res PDF, .jpg (no larger than 4 MB), a Web site link or printed samples (mailed in).