Graphic Designer jobs in Sydney NSW

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is a Christian movement and one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities. We believe in doing good that transforms lives and futures for the better. It is this belief which drives us to find new ways and places where we can make a difference. From times of personal crisis to moments of national grief, we are always here — providing support, safety, community, and opportunity.

About the Role:

We are seeking a Graphic Designer, Location –Redfern, NSW or Blackburn, VIC for a Max Term - Full-Time (12 months) opportunity.

Purpose of the Role:

Drive the delivery of integrated missional design across The Salvation Army (TSA) working collaboratively with cross-functional teams to support organisational priorities. Ensure all design outputs unify and amplify The Salvation Army (TSA) brand to win the hearts and minds of individuals and communities, and in so doing, enhance TSA’s sustainability, relevance and advocacy. About the Salvation Army Australia.

Key Roles and Responsibilities:

Brand Design & Creative Direction

• Deliver design solutions that support a unified brand identity, ensuring Mission remains a key influence across all creative outputs.

• Generate and lead concept-driven creative ideas and visual storytelling approaches that bring brand, mission and audience insights to life.

• Drive the development of inspiring, relevant and integrated campaign creative that connects with target audiences and strengthens brand impact.

Campaign Development & Communication

• Translate marketing communication briefs and insights into effective design approaches that support campaign and communication objectives.

• Develop creative solutions across digital, print and integrated channels to ensure consistent and engaging audience experiences.

• Identify brand-related challenges and provide practical, audience-focused design recommendations to stakeholders.

Brand Governance & Standards

• Contribute to the development of brand guidelines, templates and design tools to support brand consistency and relevance.

• Ensure all design and branding activities align with organisational policies, values, legislative requirements and applicable codes of practice.

• Apply brand standards effectively across all creative assets, print production and communication materials.

Skills Required:

• Degree in Marketing/Communications (or related discipline)

• 5 years’ experience developing engaging, relevant, integrated creative in high pressure brand and campaign design work with experience across a broad range of branding applications

• A strong understanding of design across a range of channels, contexts and sectors, ideally including NFP

• Experience in the development and management of brand guidelines/style guide in large organisations highly desirable

• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, projects and campaigns in a range of channels, contexts and sectors.

• Experience in motion graphics and video editing, including the creation of animated digital content, social media assets, campaign videos, and multimedia storytelling desirable

• Proficient in the use of industry-standard design and content creation tools, including Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Figma, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, and Canva

Requirements of the role:

• A National Criminal History Check is required

What we offer

As a registered NFP we offer our eligible employees real and meaningful benefits such as;

• NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free) plus meals and entertainment benefit ($2,650)

• Flexible working conditions

• Health, fitness and financial discounts / benefits

• Paid parental leave - 12 weeks

• Up to 8 weeks leave per year through our purchase leave scheme

• Up to 5 days paid leave per year to ‘volunteer’ in a TSA program or activity

• Purpose driven career which has positive social and sustainable outcomes

• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service;

• Opportunity for career development.

• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members

• Positively supporting and impacting the lives of others through your career contribution

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. We value and include people of all cultures, languages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, gender expressions and intersex status. We are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.