Senior Graphic Designer

Cremorne, VIC

About the Opportunity

Bolinda has revolutionised the way people access and consume books. As the world’s No.1 audiobook publisher and a leader in digital media, they combine a global reputation for excellence built over 20 years in audiobook publishing with the energy of their 5-year-old digital start-up.

Through their digital download solution, BorrowBox – your library in one app, Bolinda has transitioned from being a library market expert and audiobook publisher to the leading digital library solution in the world. BorrowBox, which enables members of public libraries, schools and universities to download and borrow eContent from the world’s best publishers, is the fastest growing digital library solution throughout Australia, New Zealand and the British Commonwealth. Bolinda is a global business and can provide great opportunities for exceptional people.

 

About the Role

We are looking for an inhouse Graphic Designer to join our team to create, design and produce visual and video concepts and solutions for Bolinda corporate, Bolinda audiobooks and BorrowBox – your library in one app.

You will develop and design concepts for a range of commercial products and services. You will work on new as well as re-purposing existing creative, sales pitches for authors and library tenders, product campaigns, product and brand ads, brand and communication, author creative assets, website refreshes, social media creative, animation and more.

This role is super diverse, fun and requires a hard-working professional with a range of skills and knowledge in design and video.

The role is suited to someone with a strong design edge, high work ethic, and the ability to work independently with and without direction, as well as part of a small team and often to tight deadlines.

Please apply in writing and with a cover letter summarising your unique technical skills to enable us to assess your suitability for the role.

You will be responsible for:

  • Develop and execute creative concepts and designs for a variety of visual content formats, including video, animation, and flat lay, ensuring they are optimized for different social media platforms.
  • Stay updated with the latest trends, features, and requirements of each social media platform to create designs that resonate with the target audience and attract consumers effectively.
  • Create templates from scratch for graphics and animation work across all applications, demonstrating a high level of proficiency and independence in design creation.
  • Provide creative direction and ideation aligned with the company’s brand guidelines, taking the lead in conceptualizing and executing design projects without solely relying on design briefs or specific drawings.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, contribute to brainstorming sessions, and provide innovative design solutions that meet business objectives.
  • Create and manage designs for audiobook catalogues, order forms, banners for the shop, front cover mock-ups, jacket designs, and sales kits.

 

About You

To be considered for his role you must have:

  • 5+ years of experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio showcasing expertise in video, animation, and flat lay design across various social media platforms.
  • Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
  • Looking for senior candidates with 5-10 years of experience.
  • High proficiency in Apple Mac and design tools such as Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, and other relevant software for creating high-quality visual content, including animation software.
  • In-depth knowledge of the design requirements and best practices for different social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Threads, and TikTok to create engaging visual content (not limited to flat-lays).
  • Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to self-lead and drive the creative direction of projects.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts, lead discussions, and present ideas effectively.
  • A proactive and collaborative approach to working within a team, with a focus on delivering high-quality designs within specified timelines.
  • Must have a portfolio showcasing their professional works.
  • Understanding of German is a plus.
  • Experience working in-house or at an agency.
  • A portfolio that exhibits strong ability in one of more of the following areas: corporate design and branding, long-form narrative, interactive/web design and product communications design.
  • Be highly organised with a strong attention to detail (you will need to be able to file assets fastidiously).
  • Proven follow-through and ability to meet deadlines while juggling multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellence and accuracy in copywriting and proofing.

Interested?

If you think you’d be a great fit for this role, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply by sending your CV and a cover letter, letting us know why you stand out from the pack and what you can bring to Bolinda and this role. Applications without a cover letter will be discarded.

To apply via Seek click here.