🎨 Volunteer Graphic Designer
📍 Remote position with occasional travel to San Jose, CA
💼 Volunteer Role | Reports to Director of Marketing
📅 Project Duration : Dec 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026 (6 Months)
About the Organization
The Áo Dài Festival is a nonprofit cultural event that celebrates and preserves Vietnamese heritage through the timeless beauty of the Áo Dài , Vietnam’s traditional dress. Founded by attorney and cultural visionary Jenny Do, the festival brings together designers, artists, and performers to create an unforgettable cultural experience. Our 8th festival (ADF8) will be held in May 2026 in San Jose, CA.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Volunteer Graphic Designer to help bring the visual identity of Áo Dài Festival 8 to life. You’ll collaborate closely with the marketing and social media teams to design digital and print materials that reflect the elegance and spirit of Vietnamese culture.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about design, storytelling, and community engagement.
Key Responsibilities
- Design digital assets including social media graphics, email headers, event banners, and promotional visuals
- Create print-ready materials such as flyers, signage, tickets, and the event program booklet
- Help maintain consistent branding across all channels and campaigns
- Collaborate with the social media and marketing teams to meet content deadlines
- Contribute to stage visuals, backdrops, and merchandise designs when needed
- Receive and incorporate feedback while balancing creativity with brand guidelines
Qualifications
Proficiency in graphic design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) or CanvaStrong portfolio showcasing both digital and print workAbility to manage multiple projects and meet deadlinesDetail-oriented, creative, and collaborativePassion for art, culture, and community eventsExperience with Vietnamese cultural design elements is a plus, but not requiredAvailability for 3–5 hours / week, with flexibility during high-demand periods leading up to the eventWhat You’ll Gain
A chance to build a standout portfolio with real-world event and campaign assetsVolunteer hours can be signed and verified for school or service requirementsExperience collaborating with a marketing and creative teamVisibility and credit for your work across public and media platformsOpportunity to contribute to a meaningful cultural causeRecognition in our printed materials, website, and social channels