About the Role The primary purpose of the Visual Designer role is to provide innovative and high quality visual design solutions that support the Department's priority communication activities. It designs digital and print products for multiple audiences and channels. It also ensures design work is timely and aligned to the Department's corporate style. The role works closely with other teams in the Communications Division, advising on production approaches and helping to implement communication plans, strategies and campaigns. The role also actively participates in a broad range of communication tasks, events and activities to support the delivery of the Division's work. Ad hoc after-hours work may be required. Employment details: Fixed term until 31 December 2026, Part time (0.4 FTE). Attributes A full description of the required capabilities is available in the attached Position Description, but the specialist Design requirements include:• Expertise in contemporary communication tools across all the Creative Cloud suite including: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, AfterEffects & Acrobat including the preparation of electronic artwork for digital and commercial print applications * Advanced skills in Word and Powerpoint * Experience designing for social media platforms * Familiarity with animation principles, creating artwork and animations in After Effects * Understanding of best practice in design, production processes and technologies Desirable Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's Degree in Design About the Department The department provides a wide range of learning and development support and services. The department provides policy leadership, plans for the future of education in Victoria and leads key cross-sector collaboration. The department plays an important system steward role by providing support, guidance, oversight and assurance across early childhood and school education systems, as well as directly providing school education and 50 new early learning centres. About the Division The Communications Division leads, shapes and supports communication of Victorian Government priorities for early childhood development, and school education. The Division tells these stories through media relations, internal and external communications, branding, digital channels, public affairs and event management. The Division is split into multiple branches supported by an Executive team: * Public Communications * Portfolio Communications - IC & Schools & Portfolio Communications - ECE * Digital and Creative Services Digital and Creative Services creates and manages the content and channels that deliver the department's communication objectives. The branch provides expert advice and services related to design, brand management, written and visual content development, channel management (emails, newsletters, social media), digital solutions and governance. The branch promotes innovation and advocates for a digital-first approach to communications across the department. Social and electric direct mail (EDM) is now part of this branch. How to apply Applicants are encouraged to include a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover letter addressing the key selection criteria provided in the position description. Further Information For more details regarding this position please see attached position description for the capabilities to address in application. The department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQ, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website and our Diversity and Inclusion page Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person. Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be located at www.education.vic.gov.au. For further information pertaining to the role, please contact Chris Riordan – Creative Services Manager via email chris.riordan@education.vic.gov.au Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and may be subject to other pre-employment checks. Information provided to the Department of Education will be treated in the strictest confidence. Please let us know via phone or email if you require any adjustments to ensure your full participation in the recruitment process or if you need the ad or any attachments in an accessible format (e.g large print) due to any viewing difficulties or other accessibility requirements. Applications close 11:59pm 16/02/2026