Graphic Design Lead

Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) exists to save lives, create great Australians, and build better communities. As one of Australia's most respected community organisations and a world leader in lifesaving, coastal public safety, rescue, and education services, SLSA provides many ways to get involved as a volunteer or employee.
With over 180,000 members and 315 affiliated Surf Life Saving Clubs, we represent the largest volunteer movement of its kind in Australia, and the world.
SLSA encompasses coastal safety, elite sports teams, public relations, partnerships & national fundraising. We rely heavily on the support of the community to continue to provide this vital service that help keep our beaches safe and protect our Australian way of life.Job DescriptionAbout the opportunityAs the Graphic Design Lead, you will be responsible for leading and managing all Graphic Design initiatives for Surf Life Saving Australia. You will oversee the creative output for key areas including Life Saving, Fundraising, and Sport, ensuring all visual content adheres to brand guidelines, aligns with business objectives, and reflects best practice communication.
You will collaborate closely with in-house designers, stakeholders and external agencies to produce engaging visual content for various mediums, including online, print, outdoor, email, and social media platforms. Additionally, you will play a pivotal role in the day-to-day management of the design team, developing workflow plans, and providing strategic input to enhance design outcomes.
This is a full-time, hybrid position with office located at Bondi Beach in Sydney.ResponsibilitiesPositively contribute to the overall marketing and shared services teams, Surf Life Saving Australia (SLSA) and Surf Life Saving Foundation (SLSF) business requirements.Develop and adapt engaging visual content for online, print, outdoor email and social media.Maintain awareness and familiarity with emerging design trends and technologies to maximise the quality of SLSA design projects.Day-to-day management of the design team, develop and manage workflow plans in conjunction with the priorities of the business, ensuring seamless execution of design projects.Proactively contribute to strategic, production, and/or marketing group planning sessions and meetings as required across the organisation.Collaborate with external stakeholders and agencies when necessary to enhance design outcomes.Provide reporting as required, showcasing the impact and effectiveness of the Graphic Design efforts.Desired Skills and ExperienceTo be successful in this role, you will need:Tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent relevant experience in Graphic Design and digital/visual design or related discipline.A demonstrated high level of skill in creative design.Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Premier Pro, along with experience in production processes and preparing finished artwork for print, display, web, and digital.Experience working within an in-house design team, preferably as lead/manager, with agency experience considered a plus.Attention to quality, detail and processAbility to liaise, mediate and negotiate with all levels of staff and managementCapacity to manage a high volume of work and remain calm under pressure while being an engaging and collaborative team member.A good understanding of marketing, production, and brand principles, coupled with the ability to show initiative, prioritise competing work demands, meet deadlines, and effectively lead and influence others.How to applyIf you can demonstrate your capabilities and attributes in the above areas and have the motivation, desire and skill set to be challenged in this role and further your career with one of Australia's most iconic brands, apply now by clicking on the “Apply” button. Applications will close on Friday 5th April - and potentially earlier if there is a strong response - so be sure to get your application in as soon as possible.This is a full-time, hybrid position with office located at Bondi Beach in Sydney.Surf Life Saving is a not-for-profit organisation which means you will have access to salary packaging.Please note that only applicants with the eligibility to work in Australia will be considered for this role.SLSA is an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to safeguarding children and young people. All candidates will be required to undertake a working with children check.