Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer (ID: REQ626946)

Employment Type: Health Manager Level 2 – Full Time, Permanent
Remuneration: $114,251.00 - $134,809.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38

Additional Benefits: Generous Flexible Working practices, access to Fitness Passport, Novated car leasing arrangement, and Salary sacrificing to Superannuation.

Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

Applications Close: 11:59 PM, Wednesday 17 December 2025 

The Cancer Institute NSW is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!

Where you’ll be working
The Cancer Institute NSW is the NSW Government’s cancer control agency, established to lessen the impact of cancer across the state.

Working at the Cancer Institute NSW means joining a team of committed and dedicated staff who are proud to be a part of the Institute’s purpose of overseeing and accelerating the effectiveness of cancer control in NSW.

The Cancer Institute is a collaborative working environment that encourages diversity and inclusion in how we work and the way we work together. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Greater consideration will be given to suitable applicants, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities (GSE Rule 26).

About the Opportunity
The role involves designing informative and consistent content across various communication channels, including social media, web graphics, video editing, presentations, infographics, and print materials to effectively communicate health messages.

For your application to be considered
To submit your application, please provide:

• Your resume (maximum five pages)
• A covering letter addressing the Essential Requirements, as outlined in the Role Description
• A link to your portfolio
• A response to the Pre-Screening Questions in your application

Essential Requirements

• Appropriate qualifications in Multimedia / Graphic Design / Video Editing, or relevant experience.
• Experience producing high-quality graphics, videos, and print materials for digital and print channels while maintaining brand consistency, and effectively using the design principles.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, After Effects).
• Strong organisational skills for managing digital assets and multiple projects, prioritising tasks to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to coordinate with team members and stakeholders.
• A creative mindset with excellent design and storytelling skills and the ability to contribute creative ideas.
• Stay updated on trends in social media, video production, and graphic design.
• Knowledge of accessibility standards, ability to ensure all content is culturally sensitive and a willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to receive highly complex briefs/information and translate into simple, effective visual communication.

Pre-Screening Questions

1. Describe an example of a video you were tasked with editing. What was your process, what tools did you use and how did you optimise the content for various platforms?
2. Describe an example of when you have designed a post for social media post, what considerations do you take into account (e.g., accessibility, cultural sensitivity, engagement)? How do you overcome challenges like limited space or complex messaging?

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description
• Find out more about applying for this position
• Learn more about Cancer Institute NSW

Additional Information 

• Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in the Position Description.

• NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs. 
• This is a permanent position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.

Contact People
Please contact the Hiring Manager, Tess Tanner on tess.tanner@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to the CEC Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact HSNSW-AboriginalCareers@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

Please let HSNSW-DisabilityEmployment@health.nsw.gov.au know if you require any adjustments to the recruitment process so we can support you to present your best self.