An exciting opportunity exists to join the Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA) as a Senior Project Officer (Motion & Graphics), supporting the development of high-quality On-demand Learning Materials.

Working collaboratively with curriculum experts, teachers and producers, this role will lead the design and development of engaging educational animations, graphics and visual learning experiences that enhance student understanding across multiple curriculum areas, improving consistency and quality across the entire On-demand Learning Materials service.

The successful applicant will help establish a consistent visual identity for QVA On-demand Learning Materials, through the creation of a library of sustainably reusable designs, motion graphics and learning assets that improve educational outcomes, student engagement and production efficiency across future resource development.

Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Education & Training
Classification AO6
Workplace Location Brisbane - South
Job ad reference QLD/MSR702114/26T
Closing date 08-Oct-2026
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration Until 25 June 2027 unless otherwise determined
Contact person Ryan BISHOP
Contact details 0493 525 163
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We are seeking an innovative and highly creative professional with demonstrated experience in animation, motion design, visual communication or learning experience design, together with the ability to translate complex concepts into engaging, educational experiences.

Successful applicants will combine strong design capability with collaborative problem-solving, working alongside curriculum experts and production teams to create high-quality, digital learning resources that support teaching and learning across the state.

The Senior Project Officer will undertake the following key functions to support the delivery of their role responsibilities:

- Collaborate with teachers, curriculum writers, and producers to translate curriculum intent into engaging, visual learning experiences.
- Design and develop age-appropriate, educational animations, illustrations,



graphics and visual assets that improve student understanding and engagement across On-demand Learning Materials resources.
- Apply design principles to create visual communication and explanation that reduces cognitive load, supports knowledge retention and improves accessibility for diverse learners from a range of backgrounds.
- Develop cohesive visual identities, reusable templates, animation systems, icon libraries and design assets that provide consistency (brand) across curriculum areas and future productions.
- Contribute specialist advice on visual storytelling, animation and educational media, throughout the production lifecycle from concept development through to final delivery.
- Establish and maintain scalable production workflows and asset management processes that improve efficiency, collaboration and quality across all deliverables.
- Build productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.

Please refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities.

Specifically, the ideal applicant will demonstrate:

- Demonstrated experience in animation, motion graphics, illustration, visual communication or learning experience design.
- Strong knowledge of contemporary animation and digital design workflows, including practical experience across design production.
- Ability to translate complex educational concepts into clear, engaging and visually effective learning experiences.
- Experience developing reusable design, templates and creative assets that support consistency, efficiency, and scalable production.
- Ability to provide creative direction, design advice and innovative solutions.
- Understanding of learning design principles and how purposeful, visual communication can improve learner engagement and understanding.
- Exceptional organisational skills,



attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement, while supporting the Production team's commitment to deliver assets within desired timeframes.
- Ability to translate complex educational concepts into explicit, engaging and visually effective learning experiences.
- Experience developing reusable design, templates and creative assets that support consistency, efficiency, and scalable production.
- Ability to provide creative direction, design advice and innovative solutions.
- Understanding of learning design principles and how purposeful, visual communication can improve learner engagement and understanding.
- Exceptional organisational skills, attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement, while supporting the Production team's commitment to deliver assets within desired timeframes.

Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
- Attach a 2-page written statement about how your achievements and capabilities meet the requirements of the role.
- (optional) Access to work samples, demo/animation reel, or portfolio.
- Attach evidence of the mandatory requirements outlined in the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Contact Name: Ryan Bishop, Deputy Principal 0493 525 163
Closing Date: Thursday, 8 October 2026

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .

For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached Role Description and Applicant Information Package and follow the instructions.

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Role Description

Information Package for Applicants

📌 Senior Project Officer - Queensland Virtual Academy (QVA) (Brisbane)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane