Visual Artist / Illustrator — Connect Outdoors: Frankston

Role Purpose

As our Visual Artist / Illustrator with Oot and Aboot Outdoors, you will bring the heart and soul of Play Outdoors: Camp Connect Experience to life through art — creating warm, inclusive and nature-inspired visual elements that make every participant feel welcome, seen and celebrated.

Play Outdoors is a free, inclusive outdoor community event for LGBTQIA+ adults in Frankston — designed to show people what a day in nature actually feels and looks like, for those who have never felt outdoor spaces were for them. Your artwork will be the first thing participants see and the thing they remember long after the day is over.

We are looking for an artist or illustrator who connects with this mission — someone who understands what it means to create art that is genuinely inclusive and affirming for LGBTQIA+ people, and who can bring that warmth and care to every element they create.

What You’ll Do

• Design a custom illustrated camp map of the event space — the centrepiece visual of the event, handed to every participant on arrival
• Create event signage with a warm, nature-inspired aesthetic
• Design digital promotional assets for social media — Instagram and Facebook
• Collaborate with Oot & Aboot's brand volunteer on overall visual consistency
• Deliver final print-ready and digital files before the event date

What You’ll Bring

• Illustration, graphic design or visual art skills
• Your own design software or tools
• A warm, inclusive and nature-inspired visual sensibility
• Comfort creating art that celebrates and affirms LGBTQIA+ communities
• Ability to deliver files in print-ready and digital formats
• Reliability and ability to meet deadlines
• Based in or near Frankston preferred but not essential

What You’ll Get Out of It

• Real-world community event design experience for your portfolio
• Your work displayed at the event and published across Oot & Aboot's social media channels with full credit
• A letter of participation from Oot & Aboot for your portfolio or resume
• Coverage under Oot & Aboot's Volunteer Personal Accident Insurance
• The satisfaction of creating art that makes LGBTQIA+ people feel welcome and celebrated in the outdoors

Reporting Line

• Reports to the Event Lead on the day

Welcome to Oot and Aboot Outdoors

We’re so glad you’re here.

Oot & Aboot is a community-led LGBTQIA+ outdoor organisation focused on creating safe, inclusive, and meaningful experiences in nature. Everything we do is grounded in connection, wellbeing, and joy.

As a volunteer, you’re not just helping — you’re part of building this community.

Our Values

• Community – We create spaces where people feel they belong
• Integrity – We show up with honesty and care
• Growth– We learn, improve, and support each other
• Wellbeing – We prioritise mental, emotional, and physical health
• Joy – We don’t forget to have fun along the way

Your Volunteer Journey

1. Apply

Submit your application via SEEK Volunteer

2. Screening

You’ll receive a short questionnaire so we can get to know you better

3. Interview

A relaxed 30-minute chat to learn more about each other

4. Offer & Onboarding

You’ll receive:

• A Volunteer Agreement
• An onboarding form

5. Getting Started

You’ll:

• Join ClickUp & Google Drive
• Attend a short onboarding call

How We Work Together

• We communicate mainly via ClickUp, email, and Google Meet
• We keep things clear, respectful, and supportive

Your Voice Matters

We encourage you to:

• Share ideas
• Suggest improvements
• Ask questions
• Speak up if something isn’t working

We’re building this together.

Boundaries & Expectations

• You’re not expected to do everything
• It’s okay to ask for help
• It’s okay to step back if needed
• We don’t overload volunteers

Your wellbeing comes first.

Being Part of Oot

We aim to create a space where:

• People feel safe and seen
• Diversity is respected and celebrated
• Everyone can show up as themselves

Thank You

Your time, energy, and care make a real difference.