Graphic Designer

Synergie Australia; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergie Australia seeks a senior visual designer in Cairns to deliver high-quality creative design aligned with North Queensland Region objectives. You will guide branding, asset production and whole‑of‑government standards, while coordinating with executives and internal teams.

You will manage deadlines with strong attention to detail, support accessibility, and oversee external suppliers to ensure consistent brand output across digital and print media.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in design, publishing and video editing software (Adobe Creative Suite and MS Office).
• Basic understanding of WCAG for accessible PDFs and Word docs.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative, contemporary design solutions.
• Experience producing high-level creative work for large corporate/government organisations.
• Capable of high-volume, fast-paced work with strong problem-solving and organisation.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
• Minimum 5 years as a visual communicator (graphic/digital/creative).
• Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of Queensland Government processes.
• Office-based with flexible work arrangements after probation.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver high-quality creative design solutions aligned with program objectives and stakeholders.
• Provide expert visual design and digital communication advice to executives and teams.
• Design and produce materials aligned with brand guidelines (videos, brochures, newsletters, displays, maps, presentations, social media, ads).
• Manage workflow and priorities using team systems and project management tools.
• Apply a customer-centred approach to ensure outputs meet quality, accessibility, deadlines and budget needs.
• Liaise with external suppliers (printers, illustrators, photographers, videographers, animators) for outsourced production.
• Provide technical support and guidance to improve visual communication processes and standards.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Premier Pro

Microsoft Office

WCAG

Graphic design

Project management tools

Education

Graphic Design degree or related qualification

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

• Develop and deliver high‑quality creative design solutions that align with the North Queensland Region program’s strategic objectives, and inform, inspire and connect with our stakeholders and communities.
• Provide expert visual design and digital communication advice to our Region’s executives and stakeholders, as well as other Departmental teams on occasion, including guidance on branding, asset production, and whole‑of‑government requirements.
• Design, layout and produce a diverse range of communication materials aligned with TMR brand guidelines, including videos, publications, brochures, newsletters, displays, maps, presentations, social media content, and digital/print advertisements.
• Manage workflow and competing priorities using team systems and project management tools to ensure tasks are well tracked, up to date and delivered on time.
• Apply a customer‑centred mindset to ensure creative outputs meet high-quality standards, accessible communication guidelines, deadlines and budget requirements.
• Liaise with external suppliers – such as printers, illustrators, photographers, videographers and animators – to coordinate outsourced production and ensure quality and brand consistency.
• Provide technical support and guidance, contributing to improving visual communication processes, services and standards within the Communication and Stakeholder Management team.

Requirements of the role

• Proficiency in design, publishing and video editing software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite – Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Premier Pro; Microsoft Office Suite).
• Basic understanding of Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG), including creating accessible PDFs and Microsoft Word documents.
• Demonstrated ability to develop innovative, contemporary design solutions for complex communication needs.
• Proven experience producing high‑level creative work for large corporate or government organisations.
• Ability to work effectively in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment with strong problem‑solving and organisational skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail, with strong time management and organisational skills.
• Minimum of five years’ experience as a visual communicator across the areas of graphic design, digital, visual or creative design.
• Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design or a related field, or equivalent industry experience
• Knowledge of Queensland Government processes
• Role can be undertaken from Cairns or Townsville offices. It is an office based position with flexible work arrangements up for negotiation after an initial probation period.