Senior Multimedia Designer

The University of Western Australia; Perth; On-site; AUD 108,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Western Australia (UWA) invites applications for a full-time fixed term 12-month role to shape the online learning experience by producing engaging digital assets. You will work in the Digital Development and Enhancement Team to support UWA Online and other online programs across Australia and globally.

Lead multimedia production, apply accessibility and UDL principles, and help improve workflows and quality assurance to deliver scalable online learning materials for a diverse

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in multimedia production for education.
• Strong knowledge of accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational and project coordination abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead production of digital learning assets (video, graphics, infographics, interactive content).
• Advise on accessibility and UDL to ensure inclusive learning materials.
• Improve production workflows and asset management for scalable delivery.

Skills

Multimedia production

Accessibility & inclusive design

Stakeholder engagement

Project coordination

Education

Tertiary qualification in digital media / multimedia design / educational technology

Job description

About The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is one of Australia's leading universities and has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, learning and research.It has almost 24,000 students enrolled across four...

• Shape the future of online learning at The University of Western Australia (UWA) by creating engaging, accessible and high-impact digital learning experiences.
• Join a collaborative team driving innovation in digital education across fully online and digitally enhanced programs.
• Full-time (1 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 12 months.
• Base salary range: Level 7, $108,413 – $120,287 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Digital Development and Enhancement Team partners with academics to design and deliver outstanding digital learning experiences across UWA. The team produces engaging multimedia content, supports effective use of learning technologies, champions accessibility and quality standards, and contributes to the University's digital learning strategy.

This role will play a key part in supporting UWA Online, a strategic initiative delivering flexible, industry-relevant and high-quality online education to learners across Australia and globally.

About the opportunity

• Lead the production of engaging digital learning assets, including video, graphics, infographics, interactive content and other multimedia resources that enhance student learning outcomes.
• Provide expert advice on accessibility, Universal Design for Learning (UDL), multimedia production standards and digital content quality, ensuring online learning materials are inclusive and pedagogically effective.
• Drive continuous improvement of production workflows, digital asset management practices, templates and quality assurance processes to support scalable online learning delivery.

About you

• Demonstrated expertise in multimedia production for education, with a portfolio showcasing digital content creation, visual communication, accessibility and learner engagement.
• Strong knowledge of accessibility, inclusive design and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) principles, with the ability to apply these to digital learning environments.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to interpret complex requirements and translate them into high-quality digital learning resources.
• Highly developed organisational skills, including project coordination, version control, file management and delivery against fixed timelines.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in digital media, multimedia design, educational technology or a related discipline, or an equivalent combination of training and professional experience.

Note: As part of the recruitment process, candidates will be required to complete declarations in accordance with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 22 October 2026

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.