Digital Content Designer

About The Team

The Marketing and Communications Office (MCO) is a collaborative and creative team dedicated to enhancing Murdoch University's reputation and driving future growth. Through strategic brand and marketing initiatives, we share the stories of our academics, researchers, staff and students—connecting the University with the wider community and inspiring people to choose Murdoch.

Your New Role  

We are looking for a creative and strategic Digital Content Designer to join our dynamic Creative & Experience team.

In this exciting role, you'll collaborate with stakeholders across the university to transform content into engaging, user-first digital experiences. You'll be at the forefront of innovation—using data, insights and best practices to design content that's mobile-friendly, accessible and aligned with our brand.

What you'll do:

• Develop meaningful partnerships with content owners and subject matter experts to refresh and elevate website content.

• Design intuitive, results-driven digital experiences using UX content design principles.

• Create wireframes and prototypes guided by our Digital Principles and user insights.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and shape how our audiences experience Murdoch online, we'd love to hear from you

Please refer to the Position Description for further details.

What We Offer You

This Continuous| Full Time (37.5 hours per week) attracts a remuneration of $97K – $107K (pro rata) plus 17% employer superannuation contributions.   

You'll join a dynamic and talented team where diversity and innovation thrive. Our Silver-tier status in the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI), awarded in 2025, reflects our commitment to LGBTIQA+ inclusion, equity, and creating a safe, welcoming environment for all. We strive to be the university of choice for First Nations peoples, honouring Indigenous knowledge. Sustainability is central to our community and guided by clear, confident leadership, we are working toward an ambitious future with goals of net zero emissions and zero waste by 2030.

As well as the flexibility to maintain a work life balance, our staff enjoy a vibrant, natural campus with world-class facilities, along with a variety of benefits, including:

• Periodic salary increases between 1 Jan 2026 to 1 July 2026 totalling a 4% increase

• Flexible work arrangements

• Cultural Load and allowance - providing up to $8,944 per year to First Nations employees who are contributing cultural knowledge and perspectives beyond the scope of their role

• Indigenous Language Allowance

• Salary packaging options – such as purchasing leave, gym membership, car parking permit

• Employee Assistance Program

• On-campus services and facilities, such as a Childcare Centre, Gym, Vet Hospital, and Chiropractic Clinic

For further information, check out our benefits and services page

Join us

Please apply online via the Apply Now button, along with submitting the following documents to support your application -

• A cover letter including a statement addressing the selection criteria (with reference to the Position Description)

• Your most recent resume (CV)

What you'll bring to the role:

• A qualification in marketing or communications, with strong experience in digital content or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

• Proven ability to create clear, engaging digital content that supports the user journey.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams.

• A solid understanding of user needs and how to tailor content for optimal digital experiences.

• Experience applying UX principles, including wireframing and content design.

Please note, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a criminal record check in accordance with the University's Criminal Record Screening Procedure and Employee Background Checks Procedure.

Applicants should refer to the Position Description for further details on the work requirements, duties, skills and experience required for this role. Applications sent by post or email will not be accepted.

Please note visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants are expected to have current and valid work rights in Australia.  

Please see the Applicant Guide for more information. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.

Contact Us

For enquiries about the opportunity on offer please reach out to Troy Rodrigues, Digital Experience Lead, and quote JR104279 as the reference.

Applications Close on 5 September :59pm AWST)

The University reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time.

Murdoch University acknowledges the different perspectives, skills and experience that people from different backgrounds bring to strengthen its workforce. Murdoch University is committed to enhancing diversity in all its forms and strongly encourages suitably qualified candidates from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, people with disability, people of CaLD background and people of diverse genders to apply for this important position.

Murdoch University values workplace diversity, promotes inclusion, and strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, women, and individuals with disability. Applicants who have support or access requirements, are encouraged to advise this at the time of their application, to ensure appropriate assistance is provided throughout the recruitment process.