Job no: 0064218
Location: Parkville
Role type: Full-time; Fixed-term for 9 months
Department: Advancement, Communications & Marketing
Salary: UOM 6 – $96,459 – $104,413 p.a. plus 17% super
- Coordinate design and print projects, workflows, and client communications.
- Shape impactful designs while optimising UOM brand and creative processes.
- Brilliant benefits and a flexible hybrid work environment!
About the Role
The Design & Studio Coordinator plays a key role in managing design and print projects, workflows, and communications between internal clients, the design team, and external partners / suppliers . Acting as the primary point of contact, the role ensures exceptional service delivery and seamless client management. Additionally, the position oversees project management platforms such as PrintIQ, Monday, and Intelligencebank Asset Manager to optimise operations and drive project efficiency.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Coordinating design and print project workflows using print management software, ensuring cost-effectiveness and timely delivery.
- Managing financial processes, including invoicing for third-party design projects, and collaborating with the Financial Business Services team.
- Building and maintaining relationships with key internal clients and third-party partners, acting as an escalation point for production delays or issues.
- Providing expert advice on design service requirements including brand compliance and maintaining proficiency in platforms such as PrintIQ, Google Sheets, Adobe design software, and MS desktop publishing tools.
Who we are looking for
You will have a proactive mindset, with a demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and project outcomes within a large, complex organisation. You will be skilled in coordinating projects, managing multiple stakeholders, and making well-informed decisions with sound judgement. With strong written and verbal communication skills, you will be able to convey information effectively to diverse audiences while upholding high ethical standards and professionalism. You will have the ability to work under instruction and autonomously. Your commitment to the University’s values and focus on delivering exceptional client service will be key to achieving high-quality outcomes.
You will also have:
- A relevant degree and substantial experience in marketing and communications, or equivalent expertise in the field.
- Proficiency in key software platforms, including design tools Adobe suite and MS desktop publishing software.
- Experience in developing and maintaining project management platforms and e-commerce systems.
- Specialist knowledge in marketing and communications with a focus in design and print and on delivering effective project outcomes.
For further information regarding responsibilities and requirements please refer to the attached PD.
This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.
Your new team – Advancement, Communications & Marketing
University’s Communications and Marketing function provides strategic, advisory and operational services to support the academic mission and the University strategy. It fosters a culture of best practice and collaboration across the University’s communication and marketing teams and stakeholders and uses data-driven insights to inform decision-making across the University.
What we offer you!
In addition, we offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a range of benefits including generous leave provisions, salary packaging, health and well-being services, and discounts on graduate courses. For more information check out our benefits page!
The University of Melbourne
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The University of Melbourne values the unique backgrounds, experiences, and contributions that each person brings to our community and welcomes and celebrates diversity. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page.
We are dedicated to ensuring barrier free and inclusive practices to recruit the most talented candidates. If you require reasonable adjustments, please contact the employee listed on the first page of the Position Description found below, with an email containing your name and contact details for a confidential discussion. Please ensure your email is titled "Reasonable Adjustments Request".
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture, and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.
For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring
Join Us!
If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience
Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Rehan via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.
If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the contact details listed on the Position Description.
Position Description
