Reference: 1617411
About the Role:
We are seeking a motivated and creative
Graduate Graphic Designer to join our in-house design studio on a 12-month contract. Working within a large university environment, you will support a wide range of graphic design and visual communication projects for both brand-led initiatives and internal stakeholders across the organisation.
This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or emerging designer to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative studio environment while developing practical skills across print, digital, and campaign design.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Assist in the development and production of creative design solutions across print and digital platforms.
- Support the design studio in delivering university brand campaigns, marketing collateral, publications, social media assets, presentations, signage, and event materials.
- Apply and maintain university brand guidelines across all design outputs.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to interpret briefs and deliver creative outcomes that meet project objectives and deadlines.
- Prepare artwork files for print and digital production.
- Contribute ideas and creative input during concept development.
- Manage multiple tasks and projects within agreed timelines.
- Support studio workflow, file management, and asset organisation.
- Assist with photography selection, image editing, and basic motion graphics or animation where required.
Who we are looking for/Selection Criteria:
- Recent qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related discipline.
- Demonstrated skills in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
- Strong typography, layout, and visual communication skills.
- Understanding of print production and digital design requirements.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Portfolio demonstrating creative and technically competent design work.
Desirable
- Experience with motion graphics or animation software.
- Understanding of social media and digital content formats.
Role Requirements:
- As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
- Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction
Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/
What We Offer You:
This Fixed Term G04 level role attracts a remuneration of $76,769 - $80,677 + 17% superannuation.
Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.
For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/
Join Us!
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:
- Up-to-date Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages
If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on
[email protected] or 08 9266 9000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Applications will not be accepted via this email address, and late applications will not be accepted.
Applications close: 9pm (AWST), Sunday, 12th of July 2026
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, remove the advert, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. 