Graphic Designer

About Us

At Cancer Council Queensland, our mission is simple – to ensure no Queenslander is left navigating cancer alone. We're here to provide support to everyone impacted by cancer, and to improve quality of life for all Queenslanders facing a diagnosis. We do this through work in three key areas, cancer research, cancer prevention and early detection, and cancer support services

Working at Cancer Council Queensland

Cancer Council Queensland employees and volunteers lead Queenslanders in a partnership against cancer by living our values of being responsible, inclusive, equitable, and collaborative.

We provide a positive and supportive working environment where you will be a valued team member. We love to recognise and reward our team of superstars with employee benefits such as extra paid days off.

About the role 

We are looking for a full-time, experienced graphic designer to work with our existing design and marketing team on a diverse range of projects from branding, marketing campaigns, corporate communication, presentations and more. You will have the opportunity to gain exposure to a variety of projects and will be part of a collaborative team who are key in contributing to the organisation's brand.

The ideal candidate should have a strong portfolio demonstrating their proficiency in digital first graphic design and visual communication.  

This role is a fixed-term 6 months, full-time position (37.5 hours per week)  

About you 

To be successful in this role you will have:  

Essential Skills: 

• Experience in a design studio role.
• Tertiary qualifications in graphic design.

Desirable Skills: 

• Advanced working experience of Adobe creative suite
• Demonstrated design experience across all media including web, print and email.
• Advanced experience in print production, from design to pre-press.
• Proven ability to regulate corporate identity.
• Highly developed time management skills and proven ability to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication, consultative and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a small, dynamic team.
• Well-developed design style and aesthetic sensibility.

Benefits 

Cancer Council Queensland has a collaborative, energetic, and supportive team culture, contributing to meaningful work with a tangible impact. By celebrating and fostering our individual strengths, we take on more challenging work. In turn, we lead more balanced, exciting and fulfilling lives. Our growing Non-for-Profit organisation offers employees:    

• Flexible work arrangements (Flexible Work Hours and Work from Home options).
• ATO-Approved Salary Packaging up to the value of $18,549 per Fringe Benefit Tax year
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Professional Development Allowance
• Workplace health programs, such as Fitness Passport
• Cancer Council Shop discount

How to apply 

Applications should be addressed to: 

People and Culture Team

Cancer Council Queensland 

Include the following documentation with your application:    

• Cover letter – Your cover letter should clearly indicate the position you are applying for and give a brief summary of your motivations for applying and your relevant skills and experience.
• Current Resume – Your resume should include your contact details, work experience, educational background and professional development.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council Queensland reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

In line with our value of being inclusive, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

The successful applicant will be required to conduct a current National Police Certificate.

Please be advised, Cancer Council Queensland will need to collect personal information from candidates during recruitment and onboarding processes.