Design & Publications Manager

  • Australia
  • Melbourne
  • Permanent
  • AU$113022 - AU$124884 per annum

The Role

We are seeking a Design & Publications Manager to join a State Government organisation on a fixed-term until November 2026. This VPS5.1 role leads a small team of designers to manage the end-to-end delivery of high-volume publication projects, including reports, advertising, instructional materials, and publications. You’ll oversee projects from planning through to execution, ensuring all outputs meet accessibility and brand standards.

Responsibilities

  • Lead publication projects from planning through to delivery.
  • Manage workflow and resource allocation across a team of designers
  • Oversee quality assurance and accessibility compliance (WCAG 2.1 or above)
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and stakeholders on project delivery

About You

  • Proven experience managing publication projects with immovable deadlines
  • Strong leadership skills with experience managing and motivating a creative team
  • Highly organised with exceptional workflow and project management capability
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and MS Office; experience with accessibility standards highly regarded

If you’re an experienced design or publications professional looking to lead delivery at scale, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today or contact Ahmad at ahmad.jahfar@talentinternational.com.

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