Graphic Design Manager - Lead Creative Team(Flexible Hours)

University of Auckland; Auckland; On-site; NZD 99,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Transport discount

KiwiSaver

Flexible hours

Work from home

Parental leave

Insurance discounts

Memberships

On-site amenities

Job summary

The University of Auckland is seeking a Graphic Design Manager to lead the university-wide graphic design service, guiding a talented team to deliver high-quality creative that strengthens how the University's brand is experienced across audiences, platforms, and environments.

You will work closely with the Brand Manager and colleagues across the University to translate strategic priorities into impactful visual solutions while improving design quality, accessibility, and consistency.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading and developing creative or graphic design teams.
• Strong background in managing design workflows, resources and priorities.
• Commitment to accessibility and inclusive design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the university-wide graphic design team.
• Translate strategic priorities into high-quality visual solutions.
• Collaborate with Brand Manager and campus stakeholders to maintain brand standards.

Skills

Branding

Leadership

Graphic design

Print design

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

The University of Auckland is seeking a Graphic Design Manager to lead the university-wide graphic design service, guiding a talented team to deliver high-quality creative that strengthens how the University's brand is experienced across audiences, platforms, and environments.

You will work closely with the Brand Manager and colleagues across the University to translate strategic priorities into impactful visual solutions while improving design quality, accessibility, and consistency.