Graphic Designer

Cardiff Metropolitan University; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to join our in-house creative team, shaping the brand through innovative visual communications across print and digital media.

You will manage projects from concept to completion, collaborate with stakeholders, and deliver high‑quality design solutions that reflect inclusivity, diversity and Welsh language considerations. This hybrid role requires at least one day on campus each week.

Qualifications

• Substantial professional experience in marketing, communications or design environment.
• Strong portfolio of recent commercial graphic, print and digital design work.
• Experience creating bilingual materials and understanding Welsh language standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the ongoing development of the University’s brand across print, exhibitions and digital outputs.
• Manage creative projects from concept to completion with brand-aligned, innovative solutions.
• Build trusted relationships with colleagues across the University and provide expert design advice.
• Ensure outputs reflect inclusivity, diversity and accessibility while meeting bilingual and brand standards.

Skills

Creative design

Brand development

Print and digital design

Stakeholder communication

Project management

Tools

QuarkXPress 2026

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Acrobat

Mac OS

Typography

Layout design

Bilingual materials

Job description

Graphic Designer

At Cardiff Met, our brand is shaped by creativity, innovation and people. We're looking for a talented Graphic Designer to join our in-house creative team, helping us bring our brand to life through innovative and engaging visual communications.

You’ll play an important role in shaping how Cardiff Met is seen by prospective students, staff, partners and wider audiences. From global marketing campaigns and prospectuses to digital assets, exhibitions and signage, your creativity will help tell our story and strengthen our visual identity. You’ll be empowered to develop fresh ideas, work on a diverse range of projects and contribute to the ongoing evolution of our brand.

You’ll make an impact by:

• Supporting the creative delivery and ongoing development of the University’s brand across print, exhibitions and digital outputs.
• Managing creative projects from concept to completion, delivering innovative solutions that align with brand and campaign objectives.
• Building trusted relationships with colleagues across the University, providing expert design advice and a responsive in‑house creative service.
• Ensuring creative outputs reflect inclusivity, diversity and accessibility, while meeting bilingual and brand standards.

This role is offered on a hybrid basis, with at least one day per week on campus and flexibility to work from home or the office on the remaining days.

What you’ll bring

You’ll be a creative and technically skilled designer with substantial professional experience in a marketing, communications or design environment. Supported by a strong portfolio of recent commercial graphic, print and digital design work, you’ll have expertise in creating engaging print and digital communications, preparing artwork for professional print and delivering high‑quality design solutions to tight deadlines.

Additionally, you’ll:

• Demonstrate advanced skills in industry software such as QuarkXPress 2026, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat within a Mac OS environment.
• Understand the effective and appropriate use of imagery and illustration, including copyright, licensing and legal considerations.
• Have experience creating bilingual materials along with an understanding or appreciation of Welsh language standards.
• Possess strong typographic, layout and visual design skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Be an effective communicator who can build productive relationships and work confidently with stakeholders.

Why join Cardiff Metropolitan University?

We are a values‑based University. We are proud of our culture, and we are there for our people. Our community spirit is the golden thread that underpins our values and behaviours. We support and embrace inclusion that enables everyone to feel respected and able to perform at their best. By joining our University, you’ll find yourself in a unique environment where a wealth of knowledge and resources are readily available, supporting you with your career development.

We offer excellent benefits such as:

• Annual leave of 25 days, rising to 30 days after 1 years' service, plus 12 bank holiday/ concessionary days.
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous contributions.
• Excellent family friendly policies - take a look on our Policy Hub page.
• Opportunities to learn and develop your skills with access to library and digital services facilities.
• Excellent sports and fitness facilities with subsidised membership.
• Free family access to our independent specialist wellbeing support provider, Health Assured.

Contact us

For more information about the role please contact Sarah Garwood, Design Manager on [e-mail], or feel free to contact Cerys Purdon, Recruitment Manager on [e-mail].

Cardiff Metropolitan University is proud to be a Disability Confident employer and a signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant.

All applicants with disabilities, or those who are part of the Armed Forces community who during the shortlisting process meet the essential criteria for the role will be progressed to the next stage.

The University is committed to creating a highly inclusive culture. We offer family friendly and flexible working arrangements and a range of staff networks, forums and events to support and develop our people. We warmly welcome applications from those traditionally underrepresented in the higher education sector.

Why Work Here?

We invite you to join our collaborative community!

Dating back to 1865, we remain rooted in Wales with a global reach, offering you a world of opportunity.

Our education, research and innovation deliver positive impact for equality, social inclusion and environmental sustainability, locally, nationally and internationally.

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Join us in helping us to progress and deliver real change.

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