Mid-weight Graphic Designer
Description
Job Title: Mid-weight Graphic Designer
Group/Team: Creative
Location: Sydney, Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Travel Requirements: Minimal / As needed
WHO WE ARE
OPUS AGENCY
The Opus Agency, Asia Pacific is a future-forward, full-service global event agency with over 400 team members across the United States, London, Sydney, Singapore, and New Zealand.
The world’s leading brands and upstart category creators trust Opus with their flagship programs and holistic event portfolios. Across four decades, our story is one of realisation — a realisation of outstanding talent, a nurtured culture, and integrated end-to-end capabilities. To us, it’s simple: success is propelled through the power and potential of people coming together.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
The Mid-Weight Graphic Designer is a confident, curious, and collaborative creative who brings strong design thinking and executional excellence across print, digital, broadcast, and event experiences.
This role suits someone who can take ownership of briefs from concept through to final delivery, contribute meaningfully to creative direction, and partner closely with Producers, Account teams, and Senior Designers to deliver high-quality, on-brand work for global clients.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced agency environment, enjoy juggling multiple projects, and take pride in delivering thoughtful, well-crafted design solutions that have real-world impact.
YOU SHOULD HAVE
- Degree or equivalent experience in Graphic Design or a related discipline
- 3–5 years’ industry experience, ideally within an agency or studio environment
- A strong portfolio demonstrating creative thinking and high-quality design solutions across a range of disciplines
- Experience delivering design for print, digital, live events, and brand environments
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
- A positive, inclusive, and approachable attitude with no ego
- Strong communication skills and confidence presenting ideas internally
RESPONSIBILITIES
As a Mid-Weight Graphic Designer, you will play a key role in the creative delivery of brand and event experiences across live, virtual, and digital channels.
- Take ownership of design briefs from concept through to final art across print, digital, broadcast, and event collateral
- Design and develop high-quality brand assets including signage, event collateral, swag, toolkits, templates, and storyboards
- Translate creative direction and briefs into strong, well-resolved design solutions that align with brand guidelines and client objectives
- Work across multiple projects simultaneously, managing priorities and timelines effectively
- Collaborate closely with Senior Designers, Producers, Account teams, and freelancers to deliver cohesive creative outcomes
- Prepare accurate, production-ready files for small and large-scale print and digital delivery
- Contribute to creative ideation, brainstorming sessions, and concept development
- Champion creativity, craft, and attention to detail across the wider team
- Confidently receive and act on constructive feedback, continually refining and elevating your work
- Stay up-to-date with emerging trends in design, technology, culture, and events
SKILLS
- Strong creative problem-solving and concept development skills
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Working knowledge of Figma and After Effects (motion experience a bonus)
- Solid understanding of print production processes and digital asset delivery
- Awareness of animation, broadcast, and 3D/environmental design principles
- Understanding of UI/UX fundamentals
- High attention to detail with the ability to work quickly and methodically under pressure
- Ability to manage feedback, revisions, and multiple stakeholders effectively
- Strong organisational and time management skills with a “never settle” attitude
COMPETENCIES
- Creative Concept Development
- Visual Design & Composition
- Brand & Style Guideline Adherence
- Print, Digital & Event Production Knowledge
- Adobe Creative Suite Expertise
- Figma & After Effects Proficiency
- Collaboration & Cross-Functional Teamwork
- Time Management & Multi-Project Organisation
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
- Openness to Feedback & Continuous Growth
- Inclusive, Approachable, and Values-Led Team Player
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN RETURN
- High-powered tech to help you perform your best
- Work with global, market leading brands
- Global travel opportunities
- Paid Birthday leave
- Paid monthly wellness day
- Regular social events
- A hybrid work environment
- A vibrant, modern workplace
- A competitive Paid Parental leave policy
- An in-house L&D program
- Additional funds allocated to your personal learning & development
NOT SURE IF YOU SHOULD APPLY?
Studies show that those identifying as under-represented individuals might have talked themselves out of applying at this point. Don’t worry about checking every single box. At The Opus Group, we are dedicated to building a versatile, inclusive team with a variety of backgrounds and a growth mindset - so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every single item listed in this job description, we encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this role, or we may have other roles that better align with your skillset.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Individuals will be required to sit for the majority of the day and may be required to stand as needed. May require ability to ambulate primarily on a level surface for periodic periods throughout the day. Individuals may be required to travel via airplane, train, taxi, car and/or other means of transportation, as needed.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
OTHER DUTIES AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
This position requires verification of Australian citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions and/or proof of right to work. The ability to meet The Opus Group background screening process are required for this role.
The Opus Group does not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.