Aeon for Ocean Hiring for Comic Illustrator Volunteer at United States Full Time

Location: Remote, United States

Position Type: Volunteer, Part-Time

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation and the future of our oceans? Aeon for Ocean is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to educating and influencing the younger generation to take a leadership role in ocean conservation. Join us as a volunteer and be part of a passionate team that’s creating change by promoting “Kids teaching kids to lead the way in protecting the world’s oceans”. If this cause excites you as much as it does us, then apply today! You can learn more about our amazing mission here.

Position Description

We are seeking an experienced, creative Comic Illustrator Volunteer to join our organization. This role will be responsible for creating an ongoing series of comics, creating introductory comic workshops geared towards kids, and assisting with the development of an animation series in the future. If you are passionate about the oceans and have a knack for artwork, drawing, or scientific design, then this is the role for you!

Your Impact On Our Mission

This position is critical to our mission and the key responsibilities you will perform as a part of our Team include, but are not limited to:

• Developing educational illustrations, comics, and related material that aligns with Aeon for Ocean’s goals and missions
• Designing, developing, and implementing an introductory comic workshop
• Working closely with other members of the design and illustration team to build new programs and initiatives

What You’ll Bring To The Team

Along with their passion for our mission, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Strong drawing skills (either analogue or digital)
• Ability to express concepts visually
• Strong writing skills
• Strong storyboarding skills
• Solid understanding of visual language – texture, color, dimension, scale, perspective, shade, composition, depth of field, proportion, spatial awareness, etc.
• Good communication skills
• Ability to explain concepts and support artistic choices
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
• Prior animation experience is preferred
• Prior experience with a non-profit organization is preferred
• Location within the 48 contiguous United States is highly preferred

Applicants must also have the ability to attend periodic meetings conducted during regular business hours in the Central Standard (CST) Time Zone. We are looking for someone who can dedicate a few hours per week, and can commit for at least 6 months (though we’d love to have you even longer)!

Why Join our Team?:

This role will benefit you with hands-on experience in your field while you work alongside like-minded professionals who are also passionate about our mission. You’ll have the opportunity to develop valuable skills like teamwork, leadership, and project management. The hours are flexible and you will have the opportunity to build valuable connections as you see your work come to life!

How To Apply

If you are interested in this position, please apply using the link on this page. Please include your current resume as well as your portfolio with at least six (6) samples of your work that relate to the responsibilities listed above (pdf). If you are unable to attach your portfolio to the application, please email your materials to [email protected].

If you have any questions or need assistance with applying, please email [email protected]. Thank you for your interest in joining our Team, we look forward to learning more about you!

As part of Aeon for Ocean’s standard selection process, some candidates might undergo a background verification check before an offer is extended. These verification checks will be conducted either by Aeon for Ocean directly or by a professional third-party firm at no charge to the applicant.

Aeon for Ocean is an Equal Opportunity Organization. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.

Upon successful completion of a minimum of six (6) months of service, a letter of recommendation will be provided to the volunteer upon his/her request.