Multimedia Designer

About Cancer Council WA

Cancer Council WA is Western Australia’s leading cancer charity, working across every aspect of every cancer. We know that tackling cancer takes all of us. Together, we support families affected by cancer when they need it most, speak out on behalf of the community on cancer issues, empower people to reduce their cancer risk, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer. With your help, we’re getting closer to a future without cancer. It’s all of us against cancer.

The opportunity

Working within the Marketing and Fundraising team, reporting to the Marketing and Communications Manager you will be responsible for designing and developing materials for a variety of purposes using a creative approach whilst adhering to the brand guidelines. Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Cloud apps are essential as well as a strong knowledge of pre-press and production processing.

Based in Subiaco this position is part-time (0.8 FTE), fixed term until December 2025.

What you’ll be doing:

• Undertaking a range of design, layout and artwork tasks using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Producing designs for Cancer Council WA that are consistent with branding guidelines.
• Creating multiple creative concepts when requested.
• Revising artwork based on stakeholder feedback.
• Producing print-ready material.
• Producing and/or edit quick videos in Adobe Premiere Pro.
• Producing basic animation for digital platforms such as websites, eDM etc.
• Capturing high quality photos when required.
• Undertaking print management duties.
• Maintaining quality control, check and approve proof.
• Filing and archiving of design jobs.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in graphic design
• Minimum 3 years graphic design experience
• Sound understanding of print production
• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro)
• A strong customer focus with a creative approach and an eye for design aesthetic and attention to detail
• Basic photography skills
• Work unsupervised to achieve deadlines
• Workflow management according to priorities
• Understand and follow brand guidelines
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the values of Cancer Council WA
• Positive approach to the workplace

Why work for Cancer Council WA?

• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Access to flexible work arrangements and personal leave options to support your wellbeing
• Access to career growth opportunities, events, and training
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for personal or work-related circumstances, assistance with career planning, or working through challenging situations
• Benefits of not-for-profit salary packaging and a meal entertainment card.

How to apply for this role

If you feel this is the role for you, then click the “Apply” button without delay. Please include your resume and a cover letter clearly outlining how your skills and experience match the key attributes of the role.

Applications close 30 October 2024 should be addressed to: Marketing and Communication Manager

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council WA reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For more information about the role, the Position Description can be found on our Careers website.

We do not accept applications submitted by agencies.

Cancer Council WA promotes and fosters a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTIQ+ and people with disability to apply. So that our People and Culture team can best support your recruitment process, if you have any workplace support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

With a Reflection RAP, and a commitment to “closing the gap” we encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Please state on your application if you identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Cancer Council WA is a not for profit, equal opportunity employer and operates a smoke free working environment.