Graphic Designer
Total Package $111,607.71 per annum (inclusive of superannuation)
(Base$99,649.74+ 12% Super $11,957.97)
Located: WALGA HQ West Leederville / on the traditional lands of the Whadjuk Noongar people.
At WALGA, the work we do sits in a unique space, bringing together communications, events and member engagement to help support our members, advocate for issues that matter most to Local Government and empower them to deliver for their communities.
We’re looking for a Graphic Designer who can bring this work to life through thoughtful and impactful visual design. In this role, your creativity has purpose. The work you produce will support how we communicate important issues facing Local Government, engage stakeholders and deliver advocacy outcomes that make a difference to communities across WA.
About the role
This is a hands-on creative role with exposure to a wide variety of work across the organisation. You’ll contribute to high-profile initiatives and sector events such as the WALGA Local Government Convention and Aboriginal Engagement Forum, where your work will be showcased to members and stakeholders across the State.
Working as part of a collaborative marketing, communications and events team, you’ll lead the development of contemporary, on-brand design across campaigns, events and communications. From campaign concepts and publications through to event branding, digital content and promotional materials, you’ll translate complex ideas into clear, engaging and visually compelling outcomes. Whilst there’s a big dose of this fun work, there’s naturally a significant amount of typesetting and minor asset generation too.
You’ll also play an important role in maintaining and evolving WALGA’s brand, ensuring consistency and quality across all outputs, while working closely with the Content Producer and Digital Marketing Advisor to deliver cohesive and impactful campaigns.
Your day to day
No two days are the same, but in a typical week you might find yourself:
- Working on campaign visuals for an upcoming advocacy initiative or designing assets for social, web and eDMs.
- Collaborating with the events team to develop branded materials, signage and digital content for a major sector event.
- Meeting with internal stakeholders to workshop ideas and translate project briefs into creative
concepts that align with WALGA’s brand and objectives.
- Refining layouts and design details across publications, presentations and marketing collateral to ensure everything produced is polished, accessible and visually engaging.
- You may also provide occasional on-site support at key events, assisting with the rollout of visual assets and troubleshooting content where needed.
About you
You’re a designer who enjoys both the craft and the collaborative nature of great design.
You’re naturally curious and take the time to understand the “why” behind the work, using that insight to shape design outcomes that are not only visually appealing, but meaningful and effective. You bring demonstrated experience in graphic design, with strong capability across Adobe Creative Suite and a solid understanding of typography, layout and visual hierarchy.
You’re comfortable working across multiple projects at once, balancing creativity with deadlines and attention to detail.
Most importantly, you enjoy working with others. You’re confident engaging with stakeholders and motivated by being part of a team that brings ideas to life and delivers work that truly connects.
Why you’ll love working here.
At WALGA, we believe success happens at The Sweet Spot, the place where big picture purpose meets local community impact. The Sweet Spot is our employee promise. It reflects what you can expect when you work with us: meaningful work, genuine flexibility, and an environment built on curiosity, collaboration and shared purpose.
Employees have the opportunity to work on unique and meaningful projects that deliver real benefits to Local Government and the communities they serve. We foster a culture of positive risk-taking, guided by one of our strategic pillars Explore, and underpinned by our value of Curiosity.
At WALGA, you’ll enjoy six weeks of annual leave plus an extra day off on the anniversary of when you started, because your journey with us is worth celebrating. Our Thrive wellbeing program runs all year and is designed to support every aspect of wellbeing. Mental, physical, and social through
education, resources, and practical initiatives.
We’re committed to helping you grow, both personally and professionally, and we’re driving a tech roadmap that’s shaping a data-led future. And that’s just the start. You’ll also find an active social club run by employees, flexible working options, end-of-trip facilities, and a centrally located modern office designed for collaboration. We’re also proud to be recently accredited as a Menopause Friendly Australia employer, because creating an inclusive workplace matters to us!
Apply now
If this sounds like the role you have been looking for, we’d love to hear from you.
- Please include a cover letter and portfolio or website which showcases some of your previous work.
- To view the position description please visit our careers page https://walga.asn.au/who-we-are/work-at-walga
- If you have questions that can’t be found in this ad or the position description, please contact Laurence Meyer, Manager Marketing on 08 9213 2017
- Applications will close 4:00pm Thursday, 28 May 2026. We may commence interviews upon receipt and reserve the right to close the position early.
- Applications via email will not be accepted. As this role is being sourced directly by WALGA, we respectfully request no agencies approach.
WALGA encourages people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds and people with disabilities.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. If you have any specific needs or require accommodations to participate fully in the interview process, please let us know. This could include, but is not limited to, accessibility requirements, assistive technologies, or any other considerations
