Social Media Content Creator (Video & Graphic Design) Volunteer

Are you creative, digitally savvy, and passionate about storytelling for impact? Education without Borders (EwB) is seeking a volunteer Social Media Content Creator to support the promotion of our South African Film Festival (SAFF) and year-round outreach initiatives.

Who We Are:
Education without Borders (EwB) is a Canadian-based non-profit organization that provides educational programs to learners in South Africa and Zimbabwe, and supports Indigenous programs in Canada.

Our key fundraising event is an annual South African Film Festival (SAFF) held in November, which presents feature films, documentaries and shorts that explore the culture, history and politics of South Africa – films that inspire, inform, and entertain. The festival will be streamed across Canada and the USA for 2 weeks in November, with select in-person screenings in Canada. In 2026, SAFF is holding its 16th festival in Canada and 6th festival in the USA. All proceeds from the festival support Education without Borders (EwB).

We are looking for a creative volunteer to produce engaging digital content that helps grow our audience, increase ticket sales, and raise awareness of EwB’s mission.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys visual storytelling and wants to build their portfolio while contributing to meaningful international work.
Responsibilities
●	Edit short-form videos for Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and YouTube (Reels, trailers, highlights, countdowns)
●	Design branded graphics for social media posts, email banners, and promotional materials
●	Create promotional assets leading up to and during the November festival
●	Repurpose existing footage into compelling social content
●	Maintain visual consistency with SAFF and EwB branding
●	Collaborate with the marketing team on campaign ideas and content calendars
You Bring
●	Strong video editing skills (CapCut, Premiere Pro, Final Cut, Canva, or similar)
●	Graphic design experience (Canva, Adobe Suite, etc.)
●	Understanding of social media trends and short-form content
●	Attention to detail and strong visual storytelling instincts
●	Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
Bonus if you have:
●	Experience promoting film, festivals, or non-profits
●	Motion graphics or animation skills
●	Knowledge of diaspora or cultural communities
What we offer:
●	A chance to lead new projects and develop your video editing or design skills
●	An opportunity to use and grow professional skills, and work with a small non-profit in Canada
●	The chance to make a meaningful difference by supporting educational programs in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Canada.
Format:
●	This is a remote volunteer opportunity.

Time Commitment:
●	6-15 hours per month for ongoing support of EwB and/or SAFF, depending on projects
●	Higher time commitment required in the month leading up to the SAFF festival, and during the festival which is taking place in November 2026

For more information about EwB, please visit: https://www.educationwithoutborders.co
For more information about SAFF, please visit: https://www.southafricanfilmfest.com 

To Apply: 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please send your resume to: volunteer.coordinator@educationwithoutborders.ca