About us:

The Department of State Development is working to shape South Australia's future by driving economic growth. Our role is to ensure that South Australia capitalises on the opportunities before us, to ensure that we are well-positioned to take advantage of the state's significant economic opportunities.

As a newly created agency in 2024, we continue to drive our state forward and we want you to join us on this journey. Working at DSD will provide you with an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of some of the government's major economic initiatives, and importantly, make a lasting positive difference and contribute to the prosperity of our state.

We take pride in being an employer of choice and providing a work environment that is vibrant and rewarding for people of all levels.

Help us shape our state's economic future and position South Australia on the national and global stage.

For more information about our agency, please visit:

Department of State Development | statedevelopment.sa.gov.au

About the role:

As our Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for the design and coordination of a range of published and electronic materials, including videography and video editing, from conceptualisation to final production.

You will provide excellent service to internal and external clients on effective graphic design solutions which meets the wide-ranging requirements of the Department as well as State Brand.

More specifically, you will coordinate creative design projects, provide expert advice and guidance and contribute to the development of new and enhanced graphic design tools, processes and systems.

Key Competencies:

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

Proven graphic design knowledge and skills that ensure the effective and creative development, maintenance, and review of promotional, marketing or communication materials across a range of different delivery modes.

Highly developed skills using the Adobe Creative suite programs to produce design solutions.

Knowledge of SA Government branding, communication and marketing policies and protocols, and of print production techniques and methods.

You will also have:

The ability to plan, schedule and prioritise work activities, achieving objectives within required timeframes and deadlines, and to work independently, or as a member of a team, under limited direction in the achievement of agreed objectives.

Project management skills to coordinate multiple design projects simultaneously and provide relevant design and creative advice, plans, actions and time management.

High level interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills with proven ability to liaise with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders

Ability to construct original creative thinking coupled with a systematic logical approach to the design process.

Remuneration:

Competitive salary $85,790 to $95,143 pa plus superannuation

Benefits:

Bringing your talent to the Department of State Development will see you rewarded with a wide variety of benefits such as:

A variety of leave arrangements.

Contemporary office space with end-of-trip facilities

Work-life balance with a flexible hybrid work arrangement.

Access to great customised training and career development opportunities.

Qualifications:

Essential: A relevant tertiary qualification in Graphic Design, Multimedia Visual Art, or a related discipline.

Desirable:

Compelling portfolio of work over a wide range of creative projects

Adobe Creative Suite experience/associated qualification

Special Conditions:

The role will be offered as a full-time (37.5 hours per week), 12-month contract position.

A Satisfactory Department of Human Services Criminal History Check or National Police Check (NPC) will be required prior to employment.

Enquiries:

For confidential enquiries or further information about the role, please contact Lachlan Cunningham, Manager Digital Delivery via [email protected]

How to Apply:

All applications must be submitted through the I Work For SA website.

Applicants are required to submit the following:

Cover letter demonstrating the suitability for the role by addressing the key competencies (2 pages max)

Curriculum Vitae (4 pages max)

Prepare 2 referees (at least one should be current or recent line manager), to be provided on request.

Pre-employment Declaration Form - find the attachment on the job advert.

Applications close: 11/06/2025 at 11:00 PM