Graphic Designer

GESS - German European School Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An international school in Singapore seeks a Graphic Designer to manage design projects and produce visual content for print and digital media. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in both print and digital design, with proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and a proactive mindset. The role offers a full-time employment opportunity, contributing to a vibrant educational environment. Strong organizational skills, creativity, and collaboration are essential for success in this dynamic school setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in designing for print media, including flyers, posters, and related materials.
• Strong experience in digital design for web layouts, e‑banners, and graphic content.
• Basic experience in freehand drawing or digital illustration.

Responsibilities

• Manage design requests through the Design Request Portal.
• Lead design projects from concept to completion.
• Develop high-impact visual content for print and digital platforms.

Skills

Design for Print

Digital Design

AI‑Enhanced Design

Illustration

Event Coverage

Web & CMS

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Canva

macOS

DSLR cameras

Job description

About GESS

As one of the leading international schools in Singapore, GESS is home to students from over 70 nations worldwide. We are the home away from home for many families and are proud that our students enjoy lifelong learning and are nurtured by our values of respect, openness and diversity. GESS was awarded the “Deutsche Schulpreis” 2022 for our extraordinary concept and is the only German school abroad nominated for this award.

Graphic Designer – Key Accountabilities

• Manage and prioritise design requests through the Design Request Portal, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and stakeholder satisfaction.
• Lead assigned design projects from concept to completion.
• Apply and safeguard the school’s visual corporate identity across all outputs.
• Develop and maintain design templates and frameworks to ensure consistency and efficient workflows.
• Maintain and organise design repositories.

Creative Development and Brand Enhancement

• Conceptualise and produce high‑impact visual content for print and digital platforms to support marketing, admissions, internal and external communications.
• Contribute proactive ideas to continuously professionalise and strengthen the school’s visual identity.
• Provide creative guidance on visual storytelling and external content strategy.
• Collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams to ensure alignment with communication objectives and institutional priorities.

Event Support and Collaboration

• Support photo and videographer during school events, if required.
• Participate in meetings with design requesters and key stakeholders.
• Participate in meetings within the Marketing Admissions Department.

Qualifications – Experience and Skills

Design for Print: Proven experience in designing for print media, including flyers, posters, booklets, magazines, signage and related materials.

Design for Digital: Strong experience in digital design, including e‑banners, PDFs, web layouts, video graphics and other digital assets.

AI‑Enhanced Design: Experience or demonstrated interest in using AI‑powered design tools with an understanding of ethical and brand‑aligned use in an educational context.

Illustration: Basic experience in freehand drawing or digital illustration, including the use of tablets such as Wacom.

Event Coverage: Foundational understanding of photography and videography, including basic editing techniques is an advantage.

Web & CMS: Fundamental understanding of web design and HTML. Familiarity with Content Management Systems; experience with WordPress is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• Experience using Canva for rapid prototyping, branded templates, and team‑based design workflows.
• Confident use of macOS workstations.
• Working knowledge of DSLR cameras and camcorders.

Soft Skills

• Positive, proactive, and solution‑oriented mindset.
• Strong time management and organisational skills.
• High attention to detail and quality.
• Creative and strategic thinker with a collaborative approach.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute within a team environment.

Fair Recruitment and Safeguarding

We are committed to fair recruitment practices and safeguarding the welfare of all students. We ensure that our hiring processes are free from discrimination and bias on the basis of age, nationality, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy status, caregiving responsibilities, race, religion, language or disability. We conduct thorough background checks on all candidates which include criminal background checks in all countries lived and worked in for the last ten years, as well as reference checks. Any offer is subject to the satisfactory completion of such checks. Our school prioritises the safety and well‑being of our students, and we expect all staff members to uphold these values.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analysing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Employment type

Full‑time