About the agency
Sydney Living Museums cares for 11 of the NSW most important historic houses, museums and their collections: Elizabeth Bay House, Elizabeth Farm, Hyde Park Barracks Museum, Justice & Police Museum, Meroogal, The Mint, Museum of Sydney, Rose Seidler House, Rouse Hill House & Farm, Susannah Place Museum and Vaucluse House. All are listed in the NSW State Heritage Register. The Museum of Sydney and the Hyde Park Barracks on the National Heritage list and the Hyde Park Barracks is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
For more detailed information on the operations and activities of Sydney Living Museums click here.
About the role
This role provides graphic design services to meet project briefs and maintain brand consistency for marketing campaigns and initiatives in support of Sydney Living Museums’ exhibitions, properties, public programs and events.
Applying for the role
To apply you will need to submit the following:
- A current resume with two referees
- A covering letter 1-2 pages in length
- A PDF portfolio (under 4mb)
- And respond to the 2 targeted questions (no more than 20 lines per answer). Your responses to the targeted questions should be submitted online during your application and not included in the covering letter.
For more information click here for the role description and candidate information guide.
Please note: New employment legislation will apply from 24th February 2014. From this date, all current and new Public Service non-executive employees will be employed at a classification level and assigned to a role rather than appointed to a position. Employees may be re-assigned to other roles at the same classification over time, in line with organisation priorities and/or personal development plans.
Responsibilities
Essential requirements the role holder needs
- Tertiary qualification in Graphic Design and/or 3 year’s practical experience in the discipline of graphic design.
- Experience developing creative design solutions across digital and print platforms for a variety of marketing and communications campaign.
- Experience in producing graphic design materials within brand guidelines.
- Knowledge and experience in pre-press and print production including offset and digital printing.
- Able to create effective visual communication pieces from creative concept stage through to finished product.
- Effective communication and interpersonal/negotiation skills.
- Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
- Experience designing for a cultural institution or project thereof.
- Solid foundation in typography, layout, and general design.
Targeted Questions / Selection Criteria
Targeted questions
- Explain your approach and demonstrate how you met the requirements of a recent graphic design brief.
- Provide an example of your experience of working flexibly in a team to deliver design outcomes.
To apply visit the Jobs NSW website.
