Design Manager/design Lead

Not your typical ‘in-house’ design team

Full-time permanent position

West Melbourne, with flexibility and work-from-home options

Discover life-giving possibilities

Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood.

About the role

As the Senior Design Team Lead at Lifeblood, you will lead and communicate, overseeing and working on various projects' visual elements and aesthetics. From large-scale campaigns to day-to-day business materials, you will be driven by creative concepts and out-of-the-box thinking.

As part of the Creative Services Team within the National Marketing Team, you will work closely with the Copy Manager and Content Manager under the oversight of the Creative Manager to deliver projects from concept to completion while adhering to brand guidelines all the while pushing creative boundaries to deliver campaigns, projects, and innovative solutions. You will also provide strategic and creative development to internal stakeholders. A day in this role would see you:
be provided regarding regulations relevant to your role with us.

Lead and inspired three designers, managing their development and output.

Create compelling visual assets for print, digital, and multimedia platforms.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop design concepts that resonate with our audience.

Manage and prioritise a diverse workload, influencing and managing various stakeholders.

Ensure all work is cohesive with brand guidelines, maintaining and evolving the brand's visual identity.

Continually look for ways to optimise work processes and achieve remarkable outcomes.

**Sound interesting? Here’s what we’re looking for**:
Advanced typographical, graphical, and conceptual skills

Strategic thinker with the ability to provide innovative solutions.

Experience in art direction (photoshoots, video, illustration, etc.)

Comprehensive skills in Microsoft Office and design software (Adobe Creative Suite)

Experience in digital asset development (eDMs, animation, social media, etc.)

Excellent communication and leadership skills, with a collaborative approach

It's not necessary (but would be awesome), experience with video editing.

This permanent full-time opportunity reports to the Head of Distribution and can be a hybrid, working from home or in any of our offices nationally.

Thrive in a diverse culture that cares for your wellbeing

We’re a diverse and inclusive bunch. We’re proud to foster an environment where all people can come together to achieve their very best. We place our employees wellbeing at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As part of the Lifeblood team, you’ll have access to:
A range of salary packaging benefits including the option to package up to $15,900 of your salary

Ability to purchase additional annual leave

Discounted private health cover with fantastic corporate benefit

Discounted access to 1,430+ gyms & pools all over Australia

Employee Assistance Program; Free, 24/7 and confidential health, safety and wellbeing support

Discounts and benefits with selected retail outlets, department stores, attractions, travel, cinemas, restaurants eyewear and more

Next steps

If selected, you’ll be required to complete a few background checks and we’ll help you through this process. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out to us.