Job Description

Graphic Designer / Customer & Stakeholder Management

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Location: Cairns or Townsville
/n Employment Type: Full time Contract - Intial Contract ending 30th June 2027
/n Sector: Queensland Government (Client Confidential)

/n Work Arrangement: Office-based with flexible work arrangements available following the successful completion of probation.

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About the Opportunity

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An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced Graphic Designer to join a Queensland Government department on a contract basis, supporting a high-performing communications and stakeholder engagement team across North Queensland.

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This role is ideal for a creative professional who enjoys transforming complex information into engaging, accessible and impactful visual communications. You'll work across a diverse portfolio of print, digital and video projects that support community engagement, strategic initiatives and stakeholder communications.

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Working closely with executives, project teams and communication professionals, you'll deliver high-quality creative solutions while ensuring compliance with government branding, accessibility standards and communication best practices.

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Key Responsibilities

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In this role, you will:

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- Design and deliver creative solutions across print, digital, video and online platforms.

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- Produce a wide variety of communication materials including brochures, publications, newsletters, presentations, social media content, digital advertising, displays, maps and videos.

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- Provide expert graphic design and visual communication advice to internal stakeholders and project teams.

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- Translate complex information into clear, engaging and audience-focused visual content.

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- Ensure all creative outputs comply with corporate branding and accessibility standards (WCAG).

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- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while delivering work to a high standard and within tight deadlines.

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- Liaise with external suppliers including printers, photographers, illustrators, videographers and other creative specialists.

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- Stay current with emerging design trends and contribute to continuous improvement across the communications function.

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- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support strategic communication and stakeholder engagement initiatives.

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About You

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You will bring:

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- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and Premiere Pro).

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- Experience producing creative work within large corporate or government environments.

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- Knowledge of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and accessible document creation.

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- Strong visual communication and conceptual design skills.

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- Excellent project management, organisational and time management abilities.

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- Experience working within established corporate branding and style guides.

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- Outstanding stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

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- A strong attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

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Desirable Experience

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- Five or more years' experience in graphic design, visual communication or digital design.

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- Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or a related discipline (or equivalent experience).

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- Previous Queensland Government or public sector experience will be highly regarded.

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Why Join This Opportunity?

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- Secure a contract within the Queensland Government sector.

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- Work on meaningful projects that positively impact North Queensland communities.

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- Join a collaborative, professional communications team.

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- Build your government portfolio while working on diverse and high-profile creative projects.

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- Opportunity to work from either Cairns or Townsville, with flexible work arrangements available after probation.

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Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.

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📌 Graphic Designer / Customer & Stakeholder Management (Cairns)
🏢 Paxus
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