Senior Graphic Designer

Join Our Team as a Senior Graphic Designer

Are you passionate about making a difference in childrens health We are now recruiting for a full-time ongoing Senior Graphic Designer. The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for leading the creative development and delivery of design and visual communications initiatives that support the RCH Foundation. As the sole design specialist within the organisation the role plays a critical part in shaping and maintaining best practice ensuring a consistent high-quality visual identity across all touchpoints.

Who we are

Founded in 1989 the Royal Childrens Hospital (RCH) Foundation is the fundraising arm of the Royal Childrens Hospital one of the worlds leading childrens hospitals. The RCH Foundation has the vital role of raising and distributing donated funds to the hospital enabling the very best patient and family care and support and saving and improving the lives of our sickest children. While a legally separate organisation the RCH Foundation works closely with the RCH in achieving its vision.

The Role

Working in close collaboration with the Manager Communications the Senior Graphic Designer will ensure the seamless delivery of projects and initiatives contributing strategic and creative expertise across a diverse portfolio of work. The role is responsible for the high-quality execution of donor engagement initiatives partnering closely with the Management team and broader organisation to deliver compelling audience-focused design outcomes.

As the design lead the Senior Graphic Designer will take a hands-on approach to the conceptualisation design and delivery of a wide range of print and digital assets including publications campaigns events and brand collateral in alignment with the RCH Foundation style guide. The role also contributes to uplifting design capability across the organisation by providing guidance advice and support to internal stakeholders.

About You

• You are purpose driven and committed to the mission and values of the RCH Foundation.
• You have significant experiencein a senior graphic design role with a strong portfoliodemonstratinghigh-quality contemporary design across both print and digital channels preferably in the not-for-profit healthcare or fundraising sector
• Ideally you have experience in motion design animation photography and/or videography as well as in digital design UX and optimising for online engagement.
• You have a degree or tertiary qualification in Graphic Design Communication Design or a related discipline.
• You have proven ability to lead and deliver end-to-end creative projects from concept through to execution with adegreeof autonomy and accountability.
• You have strong conceptual thinkingcreative problem-solvingskillsand attention to detail with the ability to translate briefs into compellingon-brandaudience-focused design solutions.
• You have advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign Illustrator Photoshop) with the ability to work efficiently across multiple formats and outputs. Ideally you also have experience designing within digital platforms such as WordPress Campaign Monitor (or similar EDM platforms) and social media
• You have experience managing multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong organisational and time management skills and ideally have experience designing for events including environmental design presentations and on-the-day creative support
• You are confident working with and influencing a broad range of stakeholders with the ability to provide clear creative direction and guidance.
• You have experience working within applying and evolving brand guidelines across a range of touchpoints.
• You have a strong understanding of print production processes and working with external suppliers.
• You have a clear understanding of and personal commitment to the mission and values of the RCH Foundation.

Key Selection Criteria

• Demonstrated experience developing and delivering high-quality strategically aligned creative solutions for marketing and communications purposes
• Proven experience designing for digital environments including social mediaweband integrated campaigns
• Exceptional attention to detail anda strong senseof design craft with the ability to deliver polishedaccurateand high-quality work
• Highly developed organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines whilemaintainingquality and consistency
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects showing initiativeaccountabilityand a proactive solutions-focused approach
• Strong collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across teams while alsooperatingindependently and confidently as a sole design specialist
• Proven ability to engage influence and manage relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders both internal and external including navigating feedback and approvals
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to clearly articulate creative ideas provide rationale for design decisions and translate stakeholder needs into effective visual outcomes

Why Join Us

• Be part of a highly supportive team which consistently rates its culture as one of the best things about working at the RCH Foundation
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• The chance to make a real impact in the community
• Competitive salary and benefits package including:
  • Hybrid working model
  • Salary packaging (up to $15900)
  • Three bonus days of leave between Christmas and New Year for the office close-down period
  • Two additional days of leave per year to support staff wellbeing and mental health
  • Two additional days of personal leave per year

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to our mission we would love to hear from you!

• Download the position description.
• As part of your application please submit a portfolio showcasing high-quality contemporary design work across print and digital channels.
• Include a cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the position description. Applications which do not address the selection criteria or include a portfolio will not be considered.
• Please submit your resume a cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you are a great fit for this role and your portfolio on the Bamboo online portal via the Apply For This Job link.
• Please email any enquiries to Natalie Haidar Manager Communications at using the subject line: Senior Graphic Designer.

Application Deadline:11pm on Sunday 3 May 2026

Join us and be a part of something meaningful. Together we can make a difference!

The RCH Foundation is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgroundsall members of the LGBTIQA community and people with disability.

Commitment to child safety

The welfare of children will always be the RCH Foundations first priority and it has zero-tolerance towards to any actions behaviours words or sentiments that may cause harm including child abuse. Policies and practices are sensitive to the protection of children and wherever there is contact with children and their families the aim is to create a child safe environment.

The RCH Foundation is committed to the principles of cultural safety and inclusion of children from diverse backgrounds and to the safety and inclusion of children with disability and recognises that these principles support the safety of all children.

Required Experience:

Senior IC