Brand Designer & Visual Storyteller for Research Outreach

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

National University of Singapore's School of Computing is seeking a creative graphic designer to establish and maintain its visual identity across digital and print platforms, and to conceptualise visual materials for outreach, including social graphics, posters, reports, and website visuals.

You will collaborate with research clusters, programme leads and faculty to translate complex ideas into compelling narratives, provide direction for campaigns, liaise with vendors, support events with

Qualifications

• A recognised diploma or degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design, or a related field.
• At least 3–5 years of relevant working experience in a creative/design role.
• Strong proficiency in design tools (e.g. Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).
• Design portfolio demonstrating strong layout, typography, branding, and storytelling skills.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver on tight timelines.
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to interpret feedback and iterate quickly.
• Familiarity with higher education or science communication is a plus.
• Experience in photography, animation, or video production/editing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a visual identity and brand for the NUS School of Computing across digital and print platforms.
• Conceptualise and design visual materials for communication and outreach, including social media graphics, videos, presentation decks, posters, reports, event banners, infographics, and website visuals.
• Collaborate with research clusters, programme leads, and faculty. ambassadors to translate complex ideas into compelling visual narratives.
• Provide creative direction for flagship campaigns and media engagement initiatives.
• Ensure alignment with NUS brand guidelines while developing the School’s unique design identity.
• Liaise with vendors for the production of physical materials (e.g., brochures, banners, merchandise).
• Support internal events, launches, and recruitment efforts with custom visuals and branding materials.
• Provide photography and video editing support where required.
• Maintain a library of branded templates and visual assets for consistent use across the School.
• Participate in strategic communications planning and contribute with visual design for the development of campaigns.
• Support the Communications team with any other design-related and ad hoc tasks as needed.

Skills

Brand identity

Typography

Visual storytelling

Layout design

Social graphics

Photography

Video editing

Education

Diploma/degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design, Multimedia Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

Job description

National University of Singapore's School of Computing is seeking a creative graphic designer to establish and maintain its visual identity across digital and print platforms, and to conceptualise visual materials for outreach, including social graphics, posters, reports, and website visuals.

You will collaborate with research clusters, programme leads and faculty to translate complex ideas into compelling narratives, provide direction for campaigns, liaise with vendors, support events with