Overview
We're a boutique team working with some incredible brands, from ambitious local businesses to established, high-performing companies. Our work spans branding, websites, digital marketing and content, and we're known for delivering creative that not only looks great, but works.
We're looking for an experienced Lead Designer to take the creative lead across our client work, support our design team, and help shape the visual direction of projects from concept through to delivery.
This is a hands-on role for someone who loves great design, thinks strategically, and takes real pride in the details.
The Role
As Lead Designer, you'll play a key role in shaping the creative output of the agency while working closely with our designers, marketers and clients.
Depending on your experience, your responsibilities may include:
* Leading the creative direction across branding, campaigns and digital projects
* Managing and mentoring our design team to maintain a high standard of work
* Designing brand identities, marketing collateral and campaign assets
* Creating designs across print, web, social media and digital platforms
* Collaborating with our marketing and web teams to deliver integrated campaigns
* Presenting concepts to clients and confidently explaining your thinking
* Managing multiple projects and timelines across a variety of clients
* Ensuring all work is on-brand, strategically aligned and delivered to a high standard
This role is based in our Launceston office, with flexibility for full-time or part-time.
About You
We're looking for someone who brings both creative talent and leadership.
You might be a great fit if you:
* Have extensive experience in graphic design (agency experience highly regarded)
* Have a strong portfolio showcasing branding, digital and campaign work
* Think beyond aesthetics and connect design decisions to business outcomes
* Are confident leading projects from concept through to delivery
* Feel comfortable presenting to clients and articulating your ideas clearly
* Have experience mentoring or managing other designers
* Are highly organised and able to manage multiple projects and deadlines
* Have a strong eye for branding, typography, layout and detail
* Communicate well, collaborate easily, and take ownership of your work
Why Zest?
Zest is a boutique, multi-disciplinary agency based in the heart of Launceston, working across web, branding, design and digital marketing for a wide range of Tasmanian and national clients.
We're serious about doing great work, but the environment is relaxed, collaborative and down-to-earth. You'll work closely with a team of creative all-rounders, contribute ideas, build your skills quickly, and be part of projects you'll actually be proud of.
And because we believe great work comes from people who have balance, we finish at 1pm every Friday. Long weekends start early here.
If you're looking for a role where you'll be trusted, challenged, supported, and genuinely excited about the work you're doing, you'll love being part of Zest.
This role is based in our Launceston office and is full-time, however we would be open to part-time for the right candidate.
To Apply
Please include:
* Your resume
* A link to your portfolio
* A short note telling us why this role excites you
We're looking for someone who cares about great design, enjoys leading others, and wants to be part of a team doing work they're proud of.
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