Junior/Mid-Weight Graphic Designer
Job No:
SSC1573
Location:
Sutherland Shire
Shape local impact with your creativity!
- Join a dynamic team focused on branding and visual storytelling.
- Utilise your creativity and technical skills to support marketing and communications goals.
- Utilise your strong organisational skills and attention to detail to support team administration duties.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive Council brand.
- Engage in continuous improvement initiatives to serve the community effectively.
About us
Sutherland Shire Council is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our community through effective governance and service delivery. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration, ensuring that our employees thrive in a supportive environment.
About the role
The Junior/Mid-Weight Graphic Designer will be responsible for the creation of compelling designs for digital and print media and supporting team administration. This role will involve working closely with the senior designer, Senior Brand and Marketing Advisor, and broader communications team to support the overall marketing and communication objectives of Council.
Key responsibilities include developing designs from brief to finished art, providing administrative support, maintaining the Brand Library, and liaising with internal stakeholders to ensure consistent branding across all materials.
Who we're looking for
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented individual with a strong background in graphic design. The ideal candidate will possess:
- Diploma in Graphic Design / Visual Communications or equivalent professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience in graphic design, either in-house or agency.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Express).
- Experience with brand guidelines and a solid understanding of visual hierarchy, accessibility, and UX principles.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail to support team processes and workflows.
Additionally, candidates with skills in illustration, photography, animation/motion graphics, videography, or basic HTML/CSS knowledge will be considered advantageous. Familiarity with Digital Asset Management platforms is also desirable.
Join our Team and Grow with Us!
If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role that makes a real difference in the community, apply now to join our team at Sutherland Shire Council!
- Apply by responding to our online application questions, submitting your resume and portfolio!
- Get your application in by 11.59pm: Monday 10 November 2025
- Interview date: Interviews will be facilitated within 2 weeks of the closing date.
- Package: $78,717 - $83,439 gross p.a. plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours of work: Permanent Full Time. You will have the option of a 19 day month through Council’s flex system.
- To benefit your wellbeing you will have access to fitness passport, employee assistance program, annual flu shots, health and wellbeing programme and novated lease options.
Suitable candidates are subject to pre-employment screening which includes Reference Checks, Work Rights Verification, Identity and Functional/Medical History Checks (including Covid-19 Vaccination), and will also include a Criminal History, Qualification and Working with Children Check. Employment is subject to clearance of all these checks.
Reach out to Jacqueline Reid jereid@ssc.nsw.gov.au Senior Brand & Marketing Advisor for any job specific enquiries.
Alison Wady awady@ssc.nsw.gov.au Talent Acquisition Business Partner, can assist with any recruitment related enquiries.
Click on the link to check out the Position Description
*Please note the official title for this position is Graphic Design Officer as per the Position Description.
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