Graphic Designer

Wolverhampton Grammar School; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Wolverhampton is seeking a creative designer to enhance visual communication across various platforms. You will develop and manage marketing materials while collaborating closely with the Director of Marketing and Communications. A strong portfolio and proven experience in design and project management are essential. This is a permanent part-time position, offering flexible hours and the opportunity for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a creative designer with a strong portfolio.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Experience in producing for both digital and print.

Responsibilities

• Create design concepts for various projects.
• Develop and design visuals for marketing materials.
• Manage the design and production of print and multimedia communications.

Skills

Creative design

Visual communication

Project management

Brand consistency

Social media content creation

Job description

Contract/Hours of Work:

22.5 hours per week, working pattern to be discussed. Option for term time only plus 14 days.

Permanent

Pay: Competitive dependent on experience and skillset.

Line Manager: Director of Marketing and Communications

We withhold the right to withdraw this role at any point before the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.

Key responsibilities

In this role, you will report to the Director of Marketing and Communications and collaborate closely with the Admissions Registrar and Admissions Officer. As a creative professional, you will be confident in creating new concepts and used to producing exceptional work with a strong portfolio to prove it. You will be experienced with creating a visual language from identity and guidelines, producing collateral for both digital and print channels.

You will take front-line responsibility for managing the design, production, and continuous improvement of print, online, and multimedia communications for the school. Your projects will range from professionally printed promotional materials to in-house communications. Your efforts will focus on driving engagement, sharing school achievements, and promoting events to current and prospective students and families.

Design

Lead with the creation of design concepts for a range of projects with guidance and support from the Director of Marketing and Communications

Develop and design creative visuals for print and digital platforms (brochures, newsletters, social media, website content, event posters, and more)

Create engaging designs that appeals to students, parents, staff, and the wider community.

Work with the Director of Marketing and Communications to design a yearly magazine (Wulfrunian), bi-annual magazine (The Independent), school literature such as the prospectuses, on and offline press activity and promotional outdoor media etc

Support teaching staff with the creation of on-brand print and digital marketing materials including brochures, booklets, flyers, invitations, presentations, newsletters, posters, on screen graphics

Create social media branding assets for Instagram, LinkedIn posts, Facebook, TikTok reels etc

Support the creation of multi-media content including audio, still images, animation, video, to ensure the school’s social media and website is as appealing and interactive as possible

Liaise with print suppliers to ensure all our promotional materials are produced to the highest standards

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and ensuring high quality

Maintain strong brand consistency and act as a brand ambassador

Wider Team Support

Provide support to the marketing team generally in promoting the school and dealing with enquiries, including helping at schoolevents as required e.g. Open Day

Develop close working relationships with faculty and professional support staff across the school

Liaise with external agencies

Update forms and policies

Other administrative duties as directed by the Director of Marketing and Communications

General Duties

To participate in the school’s staff appraisal system as appropriate

To take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people

To present the best possible image of the school in general, and in all contact and communications with the general public, visitors, parents, students, customers, suppliers and all other external organisations.

To undertake training and staff development as needed and as determined by the school management.

To undertake such other duties, commensurate with the post, which your manager, or other members of the Senior Management Team may reasonably and occasionally require, including working evenings and covering for absent colleagues.

School Policies and Procedures

To adhere to all school policies and procedures, especially those relating to Students, Health and Safety, Equality of Opportunity and Human Resources, and the Financial Regulations and Procedures

You may also be required to undertake such other comparable duties as the Head requires from time to time.

For more information about the School and to download the job description and application form, visit www.wgs.org.uk

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: TUESDAY 5th AUGUST 2025

INTERVIEWS WILL BE HELD WEEK COMMENCING 11th AUGUST 2025