Graphic Design Officer

The role

We are seeking a Graphic Design Officer to join our Communication, Engagement and Marketing team. In this role you will be designing engaging graphics and digital content for our websites, digital platforms, and communications that support our commitment to community engagement and accessibility standards. Your designs will ensure our visual content is consistent across our digital platforms and reinforces Council's brand identity. 

In this role, you'll be a key player in our creative team, taking ownership of design projects from concept to completion. You’ll have a diverse portfolio of campaigns to work on, from marketing projects to internal presentations and technical documentation. Your ability to collaborate with various departments and understand their needs will be crucial in producing designs that align with our organizational goals and resonates with diverse audiences. We value a proactive approach, and your contributions will make a visual impact on our community and within our organisation!

If you have a knack for translating ideas into compelling visuals and a commitment to creating inclusive, accessible content, we invite you to apply for this exciting creative role at MidCoast Council!

What you'll bring

• Degree level qualifications in digital and graphic design.
• A comprehensive portfolio of graphic and digital designs, highlighting your ability to create engaging and effective visual content.
• Experience in the use of digital platforms, including social media, CMS, intranet and Electronic Direct Mail.
• Knowledge of accessibility and engagement standards (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines WCAG 2.0 and International Association for Public Participation IAP2).
• Proficiency in design software Canva and Adobe Creative Suite.
• The ability to work collaboratively with various teams to bring ideas to life.

What we offer?

We are committed to the growth of our employees and have a range of benefits available to support wellbeing and career development. Click here to find out more. 

Salary: Starting salary $83,460 plus superannuation (negotiable based on skills and experience).

Location: This position will be based at our Administration Centre in Yalawanyi Ganya at 2 Biripi Way, Taree. You may also be required to be based from other Council sites across the MidCoast Council region.

Tenure: Permanent, Full Time.

Closing date: Sunday 6 October 2024 at 11.30 pm.

Want to know more?

Please review the position description in PDF or Word formats.

For questions relating to the position requirements please contact Marcelle Boyling, Manager Communication, Engagement and Marketing who is the hiring manager for this role. Marcelle can be reached on (02) 7955 7575 or marcelle.boyling@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

For enquiries regarding the application process please contact Josie Reardon, Talent Acquisition Officer who is the HR representative for this role. Josie can be reached on (02) 7955 7328 or at josie.reardon@midcoast.nsw.gov.au.

How to apply: 

• When responding to the questions below, please include detailed and relevant examples of your skills and experience. Using the STAR method can help you prepare clear and concise responses using real-life examples. For more information regarding the STAR method, please click on this link.
• Please avoid using AI to generate responses to answer the questions in your application.
• You have the option to save your application prior to submitting, however please ensure you don't forget to submit your application before the closing date.
• Click the "NEXT" button at the bottom of the application form to attach your resume. We recommend using Pdf formatting where possible.
• Attaching a Cover Letter is not a requirement of the application process. However, there is an 'optional field' to attach a Cover Letter, if you wish to do so.
• We will be in touch via email.

Our organisation

At MidCoast Council our people are our most important resource and we believe that we can only reach our full potential when you reach yours. This is the place for those who seek to play a role in the community and have an enthusiasm to learn and grow. Here you can make a real difference.

Our community is our customer and is at the centre of everything we do.  We value, support and empower our people to deliver positive results for our community.

Right now, we are investing heavily in our organisation, and our people. Our Administration Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to inspire innovation, creativity and collaboration. The building has been named ‘Yalawanyi Ganya’ which means “sitting/meeting place” in the Gathang language of the indigenous people across the MidCoast Region.

About the MidCoast Region

From lakes and estuaries to white sandy beaches to world heritage mountain wilderness, the MidCoast region offers an attractive lifestyle for everyone. Our community is characterised by its welcoming attitude, growing economy and natural beauty. These are the pillars of the quality of life we value. 

Our commitment

At MidCoast Council we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Our aim is to provide all of our staff with an inclusive, safe and healthy working environment. We never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. If you have a disability and need to request any adjustments to assist with the application process, or to discuss workplace adjustments you may require, please contact the HR representative.

Council also recognises the skills and attributes of veterans and welcomes applications from ex-service personnel.

We’re a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

We respectfully ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us at this stage.