Graphic Design Volunteer
Role Purpose
To create digital templates, event flyers, and brand assets that bring Oot & Aboot's visual identity to life across social media, event listings, and printed materials.
What You’ll Do
- Create digital templates for social media posts, flyers, and banners — including event and sponsorship flyers for Oot & Aboot events
- Help create brand assets such as hero images and banners for event listings (e.g. on Humanitix)
- Support consistent branding across digital and printed materials
- Collaborate with the Website Build & Digital Experience Volunteer, as needed
What You’ll Bring
- Skills in graphic design, branding, or visual communication
- Experience using Canva or other design tools
- Creativity, inclusivity, and an eye for clean, warm visual design
What You’ll Get Out of It
- A chance to help shape a new LGBTQIA+ outdoor wellbeing charity from the ground up
- Experience working directly with the Chair
- Real projects for your portfolio
- Flexible, remote volunteering (2–4 hrs/week)
- A positive, inclusive volunteer team
Reporting Line
- Reports to the Chair
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
What Volunteering with Oot Looks Like
- Most roles are 2–4 hours per week
- Work is flexible and remote (unless events are involved)
- You’ll have a clear role and reporting line
- You’ll use simple tools like ClickUp and Google Drive
We keep things structured — but never rigid.
Your Volunteer Journey
- Apply
Submit your application via SEEK Volunteer
- Screening
You’ll receive a short questionnaire so we can get to know you better
- Interview
A relaxed 30-minute chat to learn more about each other
- Offer & Onboarding
You’ll receive:
- A Volunteer Agreement
- An onboarding form
- Getting Started
You’ll:
- Join ClickUp & Google Drive
- Attend a short onboarding call
- Receive your first small task
How We Work Together
- We communicate mainly via ClickUp, email, and Google Meet
- We keep things clear, respectful, and supportive
- You’ll have monthly check-ins with your reporting line
- There are also optional check-ins or group catch-ups
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.