Looking for more ways to get involved with VRA?
The Visual Resources Association is driven by passionate, motivated volunteers in all areas of the organization. We are grateful to everyone who shares their time and expertise. Check below regularly for opportunities to get involved in the Board, committees, regional workshops, or the annual conference.
If you would like to share an opening here, please contact the Public Relations & Communications Officer.
Current Opportunities:
VRA Board
Board recruitment is now closed.
Committees
Equitable Action Committee (EAC)
Co-Chair - The Equitable Action Committee (EAC) is looking for a new Co-Chair! Co-Chair duties include collaborating to set the agenda for monthly meetings, helping plan and run Community Hour events and conference sessions, advocating for DEIBA+ issues within our organization and the greater visual resources professional community, etc. Please email ea(AT)vraweb.org if you are interested or would like more information.
New Members - The EAC is looking for members who are interested in supporting an equitable, diverse, accessible, and inclusive association and profession. Please add your email to our Membership Feedback Form to be sent the zoom link for our next monthly committee meeting.
Membership Committee
Co-Chair and Members - Are you interested in expanding the VRA's network while also supporting its current members? The Membership Committee is looking for a new Co-Chair to start in March! Co-Chairs typically serve a two-year term, and duties include running committee meetings and submitting annual and midyear updates and budget requests to the Board. New committee members are also welcome at any time! The committee meets monthly to plan activities to support the association's membership retention and enrollment year-round. Contact membership(AT)vraweb.org to learn more.
Travel Awards Committee
Co-Chairs & Members - The Travel Awards Committee is seeking two new co-chairs and/or additional committee members. TA has a unique cadence—you will be busiest two weeks per year when you vet applications, the rest of the year is largely downtime. Co-chairs are responsible for writing annual/mid-year reports and budget requests, confirming donor funds, managing yearly application and guideline updates, facilitating the vetting and awards process, presenting the awards at the conference, and following up with applicants. Enjoy supporting your fellow colleagues in their professional development! Contact travelawards(AT)vraweb.org for more information!
Annual Conference Experience Planning Group
Want to get involved with planning VRA 2026 Virtual? Join the Conference Experience Planning Group and get the chance to shape next year's conference! This group works behind the scenes to make the conference special each year. Reach out to initiatives(AT)vraweb.org if you're interested in volunteering!
VRA Regional Workshop Implementation Team
Junior Workshop Liaison
The VRA Regional Workshop Implementation Team (RWIT) is seeking a Junior Workshop Liaison.
This is a three-year term position progressing from Junior Workshop Liaison to Senior Workshop Liaison and finally, in year three, to Workshop Coordinator. The scaffolded positions allow for the opportunity to develop skills in project management, communication, and educational programming. This position is excellent for resume building and professional development.
The Workshop Liaisons assist with developing and implementing the workshop timeline, including managing registration in conjunction with the VRA Membership Services Coordinator; works with local hosts to manage publicity on a national and local level. Virtual workshops: Assists with setting up, running and moderating workshops over Zoom. In person workshops: assists with facilitating classroom arrangements and catering; communicating with the instructor regarding curriculum, travel + accommodations. Facilitates reimbursement procedures with the VRA Treasurer and coordinates post workshop evaluations.
The RWIT is a small, but productive team that collaborates mostly on Slack, streamlining communication and brainstorming of ideas. The Workshop Program is a vital part of the VRA, providing educational opportunities outside of the Annual Conference. With online offerings, the Workshop Program has expanded to a global audience. We plan to continue a mix of both in-person and online programming in the upcoming years.
Contact workshops@vraweb.org for more information!