Graphic Designer

About the Role

Cardiff Metropolitan University is seeking a skilled Graphic Designer to join its internal creative team. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in promoting the university's brand by producing innovative and engaging visual materials across campaigns, prospectuses, digital media, exhibitions, and signage. This position offers the opportunity to contribute fresh ideas and work on a wide variety of projects that enhance the university's visual identity.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver creative outputs and evolve the university brand across print, exhibition, and digital platforms.
• Oversee creative projects from initial concept through to successful completion ensuring alignment with brand and campaign goals.
• Establish collaborative relationships across departments, offering design expertise and prompt creative services in-house.
• Maintain inclusivity, diversity, bilingual compliance, and brand standards in all creative materials.
• Work flexibly with at least one day per week on campus and remaining days from home or office.

Candidate Profile

An accomplished and imaginative designer with significant experience in marketing, communications, or design settings is sought. Applicants should possess a robust portfolio of recent commercial work in graphic, print, and digital media, demonstrating ability to craft compelling visual communications. Experience preparing artwork for professional print production and delivering high-quality design under tight deadlines is essential.

Essential Skills and Knowledge

• Proficiency with QuarkXPress 2026, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat within a Mac OS environment.
• Understanding of appropriate and effective use of imagery and illustration with respect to copyright, licensing, and legal issues.
• Experience producing bilingual content alongside familiarity or appreciation for Welsh language standards.
• Strong skills in typography, layout, and visual design with meticulous attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication skills to engage productively with stakeholders and colleagues.

University Culture and Benefits

Cardiff Metropolitan University is a values-driven institution fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone can perform at their best. The university offers career development support alongside numerous benefits including:

• Starting annual leave of 25 days, increasing to 30 days after one year, plus 12 bank/concessionary holidays.
• Participation in the Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
• Family-friendly policies and access to wellbeing resources.
• Opportunities for learning, skill development, and access to library and digital services.
• Access to excellent sports and fitness facilities with discounted memberships.
• Free family wellbeing support through an independent specialist provider.

Application Details

For further information about the position, candidates are encouraged to contact the Design Manager or Recruitment Manager via email. Applications must be submitted online. Applicants should consult the person specification carefully for shortlisting criteria and may refer to application guidance resources for advice on the process.