Lead Graphic Designer

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Creative Recruiters Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

We're partnering with a high-profile government organisation to source a
Design Manager, Visual Communications
— a pivotal role leading the development of a cohesive, user-centred visual identity for one of Victoria's most trusted public institutions.

As part of a growing Design and Production team, this role sits at the heart of a major uplift in design standards and visual communication practices. You'll lead a team of designers in creating clear, accessible and functional design systems that ensure consistency across thousands of public-facing and operational materials — from community campaigns to critical documents.

In this role you'll shape the organisation's visual identity, establish design standards, and help steer future brand refresh initiatives. You'll also play a hands-on role in both print and digital design, guiding the team through conceptual development, design execution and continuous improvement using human-centred design frameworks.

This role suits a
strategic, conceptual designer
with
strong leadership capability
— someone confident creating order from ambiguity, mentoring designers, and driving design excellence in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.

What you'll bring:

  • Senior-level design experience across brand, visual communication or wayfinding systems.
  • Proven ability to establish and maintain design standards and visual identity systems.
  • Confident leadership of small teams, with mentoring and coaching experience.
  • Strong conceptual and executional skills across both print and digital media.
  • Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop (PC-based, transitioning to Mac).
  • Experience applying human-centred design methodologies.
  • A collaborative, adaptable and non-precious approach to getting things done.

Why join this organisation?

  • Opportunity to shape the design identity of a respected public institution.
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements (approx. two days on-site Port Melbourne).
  • Excellent learning and development opportunities.
  • A supportive, purpose-driven culture that combines stability with the pace of a creative studio.

Your application must include:

  • Well crafted and designed CV combined with a Folio of branding and visual communications design (one PDF).

If you're ready to lead design with impact and purpose — where your work directly supports meaningful public engagement — we'd love to hear from you.

Please note:

Only those who can demonstrate the above experience will be responded to.

You must be an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident in order to apply.

To help manage the applications process please apply here or via our website.

Please no calls or dm's at this stage.

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