Be challenged and imagine with us Join our Student Engagement team as Student Communications Designer, and you'll play a key role in enhancing the student experience through dynamic and engaging visual communications. From orientation to graduation, you'll help students stay informed, connected, and supported throughout their journey at the University.In this role you will:Design and deliver high-quality visual communications across print, digital, social media and other channels to engage current students.Ensure content is tailored to different student demographics, locations, and study journeys for maximum impact.Collaborate with stakeholders to produce clear, timely, and effective messaging that enhances the student experience.This fixed term position is a one-year parental leave cover, is full time, and will be located at the Callaghan Campus (Awabakal land). How will you inspire us? You will have:Proven experience in creating engaging visual communications using both traditional and digital design tools.Strong time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and deadlines effectively.A high level of customer service and administrative skills, ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery. What we offer The remuneration for this position is from $80,972 to $93,929 plus 17% superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience.In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively.These include:17% super and salary packaging.Additional University Holiday days, generous personal, life, and parental leave, annual leave loading, and additional purchased leave scheme.Discounts on private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more.A range of support and wellbeing programs. About our University The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision are our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability. Your next steps Important information before you apply:If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click 'Apply' (or equivalent) to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy from the Related Documents section before commencing your application.Applications for this position will only be accepted from those with Australian residency or a valid work permit.Your application:Your application must include:Your resume.A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity.A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below (these may differ slightly from the Position Description, please only respond to the below in your application).A degree (preferably in a visual communication or design discipline); or completion of an associate diploma and at least two years subsequent relevant work experience; or an equivalent combination of professional administration experience and education/training.Experience in delivering engaging and high-quality visual communications using traditional and new technologies (ideally including the Adobe Creative Suite) to maximise the effectiveness of current student engagement and exceed their expectations.Excellent time management skills, with demonstrated experience in juggling multiple projects with competing deadlines.Demonstrated ability to maintain information integrity, show attention to detail and proactively resolve problems.Demonstrated ability to work flexibly, independently and as an effective team member contributing to goals of the portfolio.Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document. This document should not exceed 3 pages.We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive, and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or to submit an application, please reach out to .We also seek to provide a fair chance to all applicants by providing reasonable adjustments where required during the assessment and interview phases of the recruitment process. Contact Us For specific position enquiries, please contact Rob Brooks, Manager, Student Information and Communications on or via email at Having technical difficulties? Please reach out to us: Please note, we do not accept email applications.Closing date: Sunday 30 March 2025 at 11.59pm AEDTWe are excited to be Looking Ahead with youWe provide opportunities for all people regardless of their background and experience, and this philosophy is reflected across all that we do.The University of Newcastle is an equal opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity, and social inclusion. Women and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are particularly encouraged to apply.