Associate Graphic Designer

Otago Polytechnic; Dunedin; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Otago Polytechnic is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Graphic Designer to join our Marketing, Communications and Engagement team. This entry-level role supports a wide range of creative projects and helps shape engaging content for our ākonga, kaimahi and wider community.

You will contribute to visual content across digital and print channels, including social media, websites, digital screens, publications and internal communications, with opportunities to work with photography, video and

Qualifications

• A relevant degree-level qualification in Graphic Design, Fine Art, Marketing or a similar field.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere Pro) is expected.
• Ability to prepare print-ready artwork and produce or edit video content.
• Experience creating content for digital channels such as websites, social media and digital advertising.

Responsibilities

• Support the creation of engaging visual content across digital and print channels.
• Contribute to short-form video content and have opportunities to use photography, animation, typography and illustration.
• Collaborate with the Marketing, Communications and Engagement team to shape content that connects with students, staff and the wider community.
• Help produce content for social media, websites, internal communications and advertising campaigns.

Skills

Creative thinking

Attention to detail

Collaborative / team player

Curious and eager to learn

Education

Degree-level qualification in Graphic Design, Fine Art, Marketing or similar

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Premiere Pro

Job description

Ko wai mātou | About us as an organisation

At Te Kura Matatini ki Otago/Otago Polytechnic, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining kaimahi (staff) who are passionate, creative, future-focused and dedicated to help set the direction for quality vocational and applied learning to meet tomorrow’s needs.

We are guided by our values and we are proud to be Rainbow Tick certified. We aspire to create a working environment that is inclusive and meets the aspirations of mana whenua ensuring equity for Māori and increasing access for all.

Mō te tūraka mahi | About the role

We are looking for an enthusiastic Associate Graphic Designer to join our Marketing, Communications and Engagement team. This is an exciting entry-level opportunity to work across a wide variety of creative projects, helping shape engaging content that connects with our ākonga, kaimahi and wider community.

You will support the creation of compelling visual content across digital and print channels, including social media, advertising campaigns, websites, digital screens, publications, presentations and internal communications. You will also contribute to short-form video content and have opportunities to use skills in photography, animation, typography and illustration.

Ko wai koe | About you

We are looking for someone who is curious, organised and enthusiastic about developing their design career. You will enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, be comfortable receiving feedback and take pride in producing accurate, engaging work that reflects and protects our brand.

You will bring creative flair, strong attention to detail and the ability to turn a brief into high-quality visual content.

Ideally, you will have:

• A relevant degree-level qualification in Graphic Design, Fine Art, Marketing or a similar field
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Premiere Pro
• The ability to prepare print-ready artwork and produce or edit video content
• Experience creating content for digital channels such as websites, social media and digital advertising
• Experience in photography, video editing or other forms of visual media production
• The ability to manage several projects at once and deliver quality work within deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative, customer-focused approach
• Confidence learning new creative tools, systems and platforms.

Experience in animation or illustration would be an advantage, but it is not essential.

The successful applicant will uphold our organisation’s commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi by continuously developing and upholding your understanding of our obligations and connection with Te Tiriti as an individual and as an organisation

Through recognition, empowerment and inclusion, you will give greater acknowledgement to the unmet needs of Māori, Pasifika and disabled people and their whanau.

You will have demonstrable health and safety best practices and enjoy being part of a team who support each other. You will easily be able to build and maintain relationships and communicate well via email, phone and face-to-face.