Join to apply for the Graphic Designer role at University of Sydney Union (USU)
Join to apply for the Graphic Designer role at University of Sydney Union (USU)
If you’re a stand-out graphic designer based in Sydney, looking to put your stamp on one of the most dynamic youth markets in Australia, then we’d love you to join our friendly, vibrant marketing team.
As a member of the Design team for the University of Sydney Union (USU), you’ll have the opportunity to take the creative lead, managing the design needs of ou r diverse organisational departments, advising on future trends and directions, and developing youth-targeted creative solutions for both print and digital media. You’ll be involved in a wide variety of projects, from major events, brand identities and retail campaigns to corporate communications. Other responsibilities will include quality control of design and artwork through concept, preproduction, and production, maintaining and evolving brand guidelines, managing the design filing system and pro-actively participating in meetings
WHAT YOU WILL DO
* Deliver high-quality creative solutions across a range of print and digital projects.
* Manage multiple design tasks and deadlines, prioritising work in a fast-paced environment.
* Interpret briefs and develop innovative, brand-aligned concepts.
* Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to bring ideas to life.
* Contribute to brand development and uphold consistency across all visual outputs.
* Prepare artwork for both digital and print production, ensuring quality control at every stage.
* Stay up to date with design trends, particularly those relevant to youth-focused audiences.
* Apply feedback constructively to improve outcomes and strengthen design solutions.
ESSENTIAL CRITERIA
* Minimum of 3 years’ professional design/agency experience.
* A strong portfolio showcasing creative, effective, and high-quality design work across both print and digital mediums.
* Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to delivering work of the highest standard.
* Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to respond creatively to briefs.
* Strong time management skills and experience juggling multiple projects with competing deadlines.
* Great communication and interpersonal skills with a team-focused approach.
* Solid understanding of branding, identity, and typography.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
* Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) on Mac.
* A sound understanding of digital platforms, including social media.
* Production knowledge across both online and offline outputs.
* A professional, yet approachable manner.
* Ability to work effectively within resource-limited settings.
DESIRABLE CRITERIA
* Experience working on youth brands.
* Knowledge of motion graphics (Final Cut Pro/ Premiere Pro/ After Effects).
* Ability to create vector and/or photo animations.
THE PERKS
* Meal card for food and beverage - $15 per day
* 17.5% annual leave loading
* 12% superannuation
* A complimentary USU Rewards membership giving discounts on and off campus
* Generous paid leave entitlements including 3 days of life leave and 5 extra paid days off per year
* Work from home, 1 day per week
* Commitment to ongoing learning & development
HOW TO APPLY VIA OUR WEBSITE
You must have the right to work and live in Australia to apply for this job.
* Resume (max 2 pages, in MS Word or PDF format only)
* Portfolio of work (PDF or website preferred)
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Associate
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Design and Art/Creative
* Industries
Non-profit Organizations
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