Graphic Designer

Job description

Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Communications and Engagement

Job title Graphic Designer Designation Administrative Officer 5

Job type Full time Duration Ongoing

Salary $88,297 - $92,687 Location Darwin

Position number 36490 RTF Closing 08/10/2025

Contact officer Brian Kidd on or

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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR

TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.

Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans

The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates

people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment

process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the

merit process, go to the OCPE website.

Primary objective

To coordinate and provide a high-quality graphic design service to the Department of Corrections and its stakeholders to

strengthen the Department's brand and published materials.

Context statement

The Department of Corrections communications and engagement team provides strategic communication and engagement

services to the department. The team and its resources help to support the Department of Corrections' strategic plan and

objectives.

Key duties and responsibilities

1. Create, design and prepare documents as required for print and digital mediums and ensure style guide compliance within

the departmental, and Whole of Government style guides including federal departments where relevant.

2. Work closely with teams across the Department to ensure design work and social media is completed on time and to

budget.

3. Provide advice, develop and implement design concepts to enhance the profile of the Department to its stakeholders.

4. Contribute to the implementation of events, launches, shows and exhibitions ensuring the professional presentation of

the Department's initiatives.

5. Advise and coordinate publishing requirements including the production of corporate and business area publications.

6. Participate in communications projects with a focus on planning and logistics, resource allocation, consideration of

political and stakeholder implications

Selection criteria

Essential

1. Demonstrated experience using Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator, to

deliver high-quality design solutions across both print and digital mediums.

2. Proven ability to manage and deliver multiple design projects within tight deadlines and budgets, while working

collaboratively with diverse internal teams and external stakeholders.

3. Proven ability to work under pressure managing projects and creating appropriate design concepts within often

competing deadlines.

4. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships.

5. Demonstrated ability to contribute to a positive workplace culture through role modelling, collaboration, and alignment

with NTPS values of service excellence, accountability, innovation and respect.

6. Ability to work with initiative and autonomy, providing quality assurance and sound advice on design and communication

projects while exercising judgment on political and stakeholder sensitivities.

Desirable

1. Relevant tertiary qualification