Graphic and Digital Designer

Marketing and Communication Full-time, permanent position Base salary will be in the range $80,523- $89,505+ 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5) Based at our St. Lucia Campus About This Opportunity Are you a creative design professional looking for a dynamic and impactful role? Join the University of Queensland's Marketing and Communication (M&C) team as a Graphic Designer, where you will contribute to shaping the University's visual identity through innovative and high-quality design solutions. Under the guidance of the Creative Director and Art Director, you…

• Marketing and Communication
• Full-time, permanent position
• Base salary will be in the range $80,523- $89,505+ 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 5)
• Based at our St. Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

Are you a creative design professional looking for a dynamic and impactful role? Join the University of Queensland’s Marketing and Communication (M&C) team as a Graphic Designer, where you will contribute to shaping the University’s visual identity through innovative and high-quality design solutions. Under the guidance of the Creative Director and Art Director, you will play an integral role in producing a variety of digital and print materials for a wide range of University clients. Whether it’s campaign collateral, promotional brochures, or digital applications, your designs will support the UQ brand and help communicate its mission both on campus and beyond.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, enhancing your design skills while working on a diverse range of projects. You will have the chance to apply your creativity to impactful design work and grow professionally within a supportive, growth-oriented team. If you’re passionate about design, enjoy working within brand guidelines, and are looking for an opportunity to elevate your design career, this is the perfect role for you.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Create innovative and high-quality digital and print designs for a variety of University materials, including campaign collateral, promotional brochures, advertisements, signage, and event assets, ensuring alignment with the UQ brand.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director, Art Director, and Senior Designers to deliver creative solutions and manage the production of both original and template-based designs, meeting client requirements and deadlines.
• Apply University Brand Guidelines consistently across all design work, ensuring visual standards are upheld and the University’s identity is effectively communicated through all materials.
• Use project management software (Wrike) to track the progress of design projects, maintain clear communication with stakeholders, and ensure the timely delivery of high-quality final artwork.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world.

Everyone here has a role to play. As a member of our professional staff cohort, you will be actively involved in working towards our vision of a better world. By supporting the academic endeavour across teaching, research, and the student life, you will have the opportunity to contribute to activities that have a lasting impact on our community.

Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:

• 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
• 17% superannuation contributions
• 17.5% annual leave loading
• Access to flexible working arrangements including hybrid working options, flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
• Health and wellness discounts – fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
• UQ Study for Staff
• On campus childcare options
• Affordable parking (from just $5.75 a day)
• Salary packaging options

About You

• A degree in graphic design or a related field, with at least 3 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and professional experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and After Effects, with the ability to produce both static and animated digital graphics. Desirable: Experience using Figma for digital design and collaboration.
• Strong understanding of brand identity principles, with the ability to adhere to and apply University Brand Guidelines across various design projects.
• Proven experience in end-to-end collateral production, from concept development to the creation of printed materials and digital assets.
• Excellent organisational and project management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, take initiative, and work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to liaise effectively with stakeholders and demonstrate attention to detail and professionalism in all interactions.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including right to work in Australia and a criminal check.

Work Rights:

You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Questions?

For more information about this opportunity, Stephen Schollum | Creative Director at s.schollum@uq.edu.au For application queries, please contact talent@uq.edu.au stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply?

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter summarising how your background aligns to the ‘About You’ section
• Resume

Other Information

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We’re dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We’re committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to talent@uq.edu.au for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close 26/02/2025 at 11.00pm AEST (R-47995). Please note that interviews have been tentatively scheduled for the first week of March 2025.