Visual Designer

• Are you looking for a fixed-term, full-time role for 12 months?
• Have you got experience designing for both print and digital marketing materials?
• Do you have current knowledge of and experience in the graphics and printing industry?

Mō Te Herenga Waka - About our University

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand's globally ranked capital city university.

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role

Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Visual Designer to join our Whata - Marketing Group. This will be a fixed-term, full-time role for 12 months.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide visual design services to all key internal University clients for the production of recruitment related materials, advertising materials, other University publications and materials, and other work as required and determined by the Design and Branding Lead. Clients include Student Recruitment, Admission and Orientation, Graduation Office, and Te Kura Tangata - Development Office/Foundation.
• Provide specialist support to Central Service Units, Faculties, and Schools by responding to and actioning enquiries in relation to visual design needs for publications, collateral, web, and digital assets as required.
• Work closely with all members of the Takitoru - Communications, Marketing and Engagement Groups to ensure that the University’s brand, image, and the expression of the University’s vision are portrayed in an appropriate and consistent manner.

Ō pūmanawa - About you

You will have the ability to work with Adobe Creative Suite applications (including InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop), and Microsoft Office applications (including Word and PowerPoint). Ideally you are a designer with fresh ideas and have a tertiary qualification. Some experience in motion work and knowledge of Animate and After Effects would also be an advantage.

You will be able to form effective working relationships across the University and with external suppliers such as printers and creative/media agencies. You will also provide professional design advice and services to various parts of the University while managing competing expectations.

Key requirements:

• Current knowledge of and experience in the graphics and printing industry including working with printers, creative agencies, and other contractors.
• Proven experience designing for both print and digital marketing materials (static and motion graphics).
• Proven experience with Adobe Creative Suite applications (including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, After Effects, Animate CC).
• Experience in assisting with producing publications, digital advertising, and other promotional materials.
• Proven written and oral communication skills.
• Proven experience with web publishing software and content management systems.
• Experience using word-processing, spreadsheeting, and presentation software (Microsoft product knowledge is an advantage).

Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe - Why you should join our team

The University offers an interesting, fast-paced, and challenging workplace. You will be part of a professional and supportive team where there is a focus on learning, new experiences, and professional development.

There are many benefits to working at Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington, including being part of New Zealand’s top research university.

Role description - Click here to see further information, including salary.

Close date for vacancy: 12 November 2024. We can only consider applicants who are citizens or residents of New Zealand or Australia or on a current working visa. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and we may progress with suitable applicants prior to the application closing date.

Contact details for vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Mary Adams, Design and Branding Lead (mary.adams@vuw.ac.nz). But applicants should follow all steps listed below.

Important - Application steps and information

Download and complete the University Application Form, (Visual Designer, #2136). Then, please combine your cover letter, CV, and the University Application Form into a single file (preferably in pdf format). Click Apply and follow the process to enter your contact details and attach your combined file (CV, cover letter, and the University Application Form) using the “CV/Resume” button.

If you are unable to combine your documents or have further supporting documents, please email these to erecruit@vuw.ac.nz stating the reference number and position title from the advert in the subject line.