Communications & Design Officer
- Collaborative and supportive team
- Graphic design & marketing role
- 12-month maternity cover position (full-time)
About the Role
We are seeking a creative and dynamic Communications Designer with a passion for developing designs that tell a story and create connection for or a 12-month maternity leave cover position. In this role you will be part of our Communications and Marketing team, producing and delivering innovative designs across print and digital platforms.
The Communications and Design Officer will bring the Associations brand to life while ensuring brand consistency and visual excellence. Through captivating designs, you will play a crucial role in the development and implementation of the organisation’s communications and marketing strategy.
About You
If you have a passion for all things design, marketing and communications, have the ability to manage multiple projects, enjoy working with a team to share ideas, and have a keen eye for detail - we want to hear from you.
In addition, you will have:
Essential
- A passion for looking at new and innovative ways to design and communicate.
- Experience developing key documents, organisational templates and marketing collateral for internal and external stakeholders.
- A high level of creative skill and attention to detail while meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrated high level skills and experience in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Proven track record of applying brand style guidelines across all organisational platforms and materials including corporate branding, layout, colour theory and typography.
- Experience translating ideas into captivating designs for marketing campaigns that maximise the impact of communications and drive engagement.
- Strong interpersonal skills and experience providing specialist advice and support to internal and external stakeholders and suppliers.
- A love for collaboration while also working independently as needed.
Desirable
- Experience filming/editing video and photography
- Experience using social media and web platforms
- Experience designing wireframes, updating websites
To join our team you will be required to complete required clearances including a National Police Clearance.
Benefits
There are many benefits to working at the Association. Here are just a few.
Collaboration: Work in a collaborative team where everyone's ideas are valued, and success is achieved together!
Positive Impact: Your role will help individuals live their best, most fulfilling life.
Financial and lifestyle benefits: Save on everyday expenses with unique access to discounts with Westpac, Medibank, and other major brands and retailers.
Salary Packaging: up to $15,900 per annum + up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment. Salary packaging allows you to pay for your expenses with money from your salary before tax is taken out. Pay less tax, and your take home pay increases!
About Us
The Autism Association is one of Australia’s largest For-Purpose Specialist Autism Service Providers, providing a range of services to individuals of all ages. We are inspired every day to make a difference in the lives of people with Autism and are deeply committed to assisting them to achieve the life and opportunities they choose.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to upholding our values on equity, diversity and inclusion in our recruitment and workplace culture – a place where everyone feels valued, heard and supported. We strive to make our roles and workplace accessible to people with disability and culturally appropriate to individuals of an Aboriginal and Torres Strait background.
Apply Now
To apply, click “Apply Now” below to upload your resume and cover letter. Applications close 19 April 2025, but please apply as soon as possible as shortlisting may occur prior to this date.
The Autism Association of WA is a Child Safe Organisation and is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of all children.
No agency referrals will be accepted at this time.
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