Creativity at ActivateUTS goes well beyond a single brand or format. One day you could be creating campaign assets for a major campus event, and the next designing venue signage, menus, social media content or promotional material for one of our commercial or student-facing services.

Working within our Brand and Design team, you will translate briefs into engaging creative solutions that connect with students, staff and the wider UTS community. This is an opportunity to manage creative projects from concept through to production while helping maintain a consistent and distinctive brand presence across digital, print and physical touchpoints.

About ActivateUTS

ActivateUTS brings the UTS experience to life beyond the classroom. We run 190+ student clubs and societies (39,000+ memberships), support 455 elite athletes across 44 sports, and delivered over 5,800 events last year. Our commercial venues, including Aerial Function Centre, The Underground, The Loft on Broadway, The Terrace, ActivateFit.Gym and the UTS Store, generate revenue that is fully reinvested into student programs and experiences.

We are a not-for-profit of around 60 permanent staff and 100+ casuals across hospitality, fitness, events, retail and student engagement, all on one campus in the heart of the city.

About the Role

The Graphic Designer plays a central role within the Brand and Design team, bringing creativity and visual communication expertise to support the ActivateUTS brand across digital, print and physical touchpoints.

Reporting to the Head of Brand and Design and working as part of a two-person design team, you will produce high-quality creative assets that engage students, staff and the wider UTS community. From event collateral and internal communications to commercial promotions and campaign assets, you will translate briefs into compelling visuals that consistently align with ActivateUTS and its sub-brand identities.

You will manage projects from initial concept through to final production, collaborate with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, and contribute to creative brainstorming, team planning and the continuous improvement of brand outputs.

This is a 12-month fixed-term parental leave cover position, ordinarily worked at 0.8 FTE across four days per week, equivalent to 30.4 hours per week.

The position may temporarily increase to full-time hours during peak periods, typically from January to March, or where business demand requires. Any increase in hours will be discussed with the employee and will be subject to approval based on operational requirements.

The preferred commencement date is 7 December 2026, with an earlier start date of 30 November 2026 potentially available depending on the successful candidate’s availability.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Design and Brand Delivery

Design and produce a broad range of digital and print materials, including social media graphics, event collateral, posters, menus, signage, promotional assets and internal communications.
Apply and uphold the ActivateUTS brand identity across all design outputs, maintaining consistency in visual standards and tone.
Translate briefs into strategic and visually compelling creative solutions.
Present creative concepts and rationale clearly to internal stakeholders.
Maintain a high level of brand accuracy, visual quality and attention to detail.

Project and Production Management

Manage design projects from initial concept through to final production.
Coordinate multiple concurrent projects and deliver high-quality work within deadlines.
Liaise with external printers and suppliers to support quality production outcomes.
Apply an understanding of print-production processes when preparing and delivering final artwork.
Develop and maintain design templates, brand asset libraries and digital file-management systems.

Digital Content and Innovation

Apply digital accessibility principles when creating content.
Produce motion graphics, animation and video content using Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro.
Explore AI-powered design tools to enhance workflows and streamline content production.
Stay current with design trends, tools and leading practices.
Bring fresh ideas and innovation to ActivateUTS communications.

Collaboration and Content Capture

Collaborate closely with the Head of Brand and Design throughout all stages of the design process.
Contribute to creative brainstorming, team planning and continuous improvement.
Work effectively with creative and non-creative stakeholders.
Support photography and content capture at ActivateUTS events, activations and venue shoots as required.
Attend occasional out-of-hours events and assist with additional tasks as required.

About You

You are a versatile and detail-focused graphic designer who can move confidently between digital, print and physical design projects. You know how to translate a brief into an engaging creative solution while maintaining brand consistency and production quality.

You are comfortable managing multiple projects and deadlines, presenting creative rationale to stakeholders and taking ownership of work from concept through to completion. You bring strong technical design skills, sound knowledge of visual design principles and an interest in emerging tools and more efficient creative workflows.

Essential Criteria

Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or a related creative field, or equivalent professional experience.
A minimum of three to four years’ demonstrated experience in a graphic design or visual communications role, preferably in-house or agency.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
Working knowledge of Adobe After Effects and Premiere Pro for motion graphics, animation and video content.
Familiarity with digital accessibility standards and best practices.
Experience using project and workflow-management tools such as Asana, Trello or Wrike.
A strong portfolio demonstrating versatility across digital and print design.
Sound understanding of typography, layout, colour theory and visual hierarchy.
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deliver high-quality work within deadlines.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with creative and non-creative stakeholders.
High attention to detail and commitment to brand accuracy and quality.
Understanding of print-production processes and experience managing external print suppliers.
Demonstrated ownership of tasks and consistent follow-through.
Legal right to work in Australia and the ability to meet ActivateUTS compliance requirements.

Desirable Criteria

Experience working in a university, student services, hospitality or not-for-profit environment.
Experience working across multi-brand or multi-venue environments.
Exposure to AI or automation tools in design workflows, such as Adobe Firefly or Canva AI.

Portfolio Requirement

A portfolio demonstrating relevant digital and print design work is essential.

Please include a link to your portfolio with your application. Your portfolio should demonstrate the versatility, technical capability and visual communication experience required for this position.

Applications submitted without a portfolio will not be progressed for review.

Required Training and Certification

The successful candidate must hold, or obtain before commencing employment, a current Working with Children Check and upload evidence in Employment Hero.

Employees are responsible for completing this requirement through their own arrangements and maintaining current evidence throughout their employment.

Our Values

Passion: Our heart is in everything we do. We bring energy and enthusiasm to every project, driving a positive culture and creating memorable experiences.

Growth: Our potential knows no bounds. We continuously seek innovative ways to improve and enhance our services, meeting our community’s evolving needs.

Collaboration: Our strength lies in unity. We collaborate internally and work closely with students, UTS, clients, and partners to create unified and engaging outcomes.

Trust: Our word is our bond. We build strong relationships through honest, transparent, and ethical practices.

Inclusion: Everyone has a seat at our table. We celebrate diverse backgrounds, ideas, and perspectives, fostering a welcoming community where everyone feels valued.

Why Join Us

Be part of a dynamic, inclusive organisation at the heart of UTS, supporting student growth and campus life. At ActivateUTS, we offer:

Up to 17% superannuation: 12% compulsory super plus a 5% additional benefit you can take as super or salary.
A daily meal allowance at our campus venues and free ActivateFit.Gym membership.
Additional paid leave days and wellbeing benefits.
The opportunity to design across student programs, events, hospitality venues, fitness and retail.
A hands-on design role where you contribute throughout the complete creative process.
A varied campus environment where your work will appear across digital, print and physical spaces.
A four-day-per-week base arrangement, with the opportunity to temporarily increase to full-time hours during peak periods.

Life at ActivateUTS

190+ student clubs and societies with 39,000+ memberships
Major campus events including O’Week, O’Day and O’Fest, with 5,800+ events a year
Sports programs supporting 455 elite student-athletes across 44 sports
Food and beverage venues, a commercial function centre, the UTS Store and ActivateFit, the on-campus gym

Learn more at activateuts.com.au

The Position Description can be accessed via the link below (please scroll to the bottom of the page):

https://employmenthero.com/jobs/position/activateuts-graphic-designer-msl18/

How to Apply

Please submit:

Your résumé and a brief cover letter
A link to your portfolio or an attached PDF demonstrating relevant digital and print design work

A portfolio is mandatory. Applications without a portfolio link will not be progressed for review.

Applications close: 18 OCT 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We encourage early applications, as interviews may commence before the closing date and the advertisement may close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified.

Company Overview

ActivateUTS brings the UTS experience to life beyond the classroom, supporting students, staff, and the wider community. We run 190+ clubs, support 380+ Elite Athletes, and host numerous events each year. Our commercial venues—including ActivateFit gym, The Underground Sydney, The Loft on Broadway, Aerial Function Centre, The Terrace Café, and the UTS Store—generate revenue that’s fully reinvested into programs and experiences that help students thrive.