Graphic Designer

Description:

• Help REA connect with our consumers through our brand campaign designs

• Assist on designs for our Financial Services line of business – Mortgage Choice and Smartline

• Be part of the winder Audience & Marketing team to drive audience, engagement and awareness

The safety and wellbeing of our employees and potential employees are important to us. Our external candidates will interview via Zoom. Not only do we wish to protect the health and safety of our people, we want to assure candidates that there is no expectation from REA to meet face-to-face. A virtual interview will not adversely impact your application. If you have any questions or concerns, this can be discussed through the screening process.

We're REA

An Australian start-up success story we're quietly proud of.

From a garage in Melbourne to the global stage is an achievement we're humbled by. Our idea to put pictures of houses on the internet has blossomed since 1995, and we now have businesses across Australia, Asia, India and North America.

Our purpose is to change the way the world experiences property. No matter where you're at on your property journey, we're here to help on every step - whether that's buying, selling, renting or renovating.

Some of our brands include realestate.com.au, realcommercial.com.au, spacely.com.au, Flatmates.com.au, Smartline.com.au and Proptrack.com.

We’re proud to have been named one of Australia’s Best Workplaces for 2021. This recognition is a great proof point of our unique and special culture. A culture that is driven by our people, our values, and our commitment to making a difference in the community.

What we’re doing

The Graphic Designer role sits within the Financial Services Marketing team, who are focused on driving successful outcomes for the Financial Services line of business across both our mortgage broker network (Mortgage Choice and Smartline brands) and our banking partnership with NAB. This team forms part of the Audience and Marketing group, headed up by Melina Cruickshank.

Reporting into the Marketing Manager - Broker, this role will lead the brand design function for our broker brand as well our direct home loans offering via realestate .com.au. As the owner of the relevant brand guidelines, you’ll deliver the day-to-day production of artwork for a variety of media, predominantly in the digital space, however inclusive of print and other formats. You’ll also ensure that your work meets our high brand standards and creative objectives.

While no two days will be exactly the same, the core responsibilities of the role include:

• Working closely with our Marketing Managers you will assist with graphic design and branding for our broker brand, as well as financial services related branding and collateral for the realestate.com.au brand.

• Developing and owning the brand style guides for relevant financial services brands.

• Ensuring artwork produced is high quality and work within time constraints, which meet brand guidelines.

• Leading the development of impactful digital content that supports and enhances marketing campaigns.

• Brand campaign design execution including print, digital, outdoor.

• Icon development, illustrative graphics for systems/product, and video frames.

• Social media graphics: Visual post creation and some simple copywriting.

• Brand compliance: Checks of both internally and externally designed collateral.

• Working in conjunction/collaboration with marketing designers, and product designers, to ensure consistency & alignment from a group brands level.

• Liaising with external suppliers such as printers.

Who we’re looking for

• Advanced digital skills & knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent knowledge of artwork specifications when creating finished art for both print and digital formats.

• Knowledge of digital media processes and protocols, inclusive of web and social media.

• Knowledge of HTML/CSS for email.

• Experience in creating & delivering HTML5 assets.

• Demonstrated experience in developing & managing brand style guides.

• Video editing experience.

• Experience working with HubSpot and Umbraco platforms preferable, but not essential.

• Design Degree or Diploma with at least 4-6 years' experience.

But we don’t just look for someone based on their skills and expertise. It’s our connection, acceptance and genuine care for each other that makes REA a great place to work. That means you also need to be:

• Savvy minded and have curiosity to think a little left of field / outside the box

• A strong and creative communicator

• Friendly, approachable and have good relationship management skills

• An avid contributor to our inclusive culture - we celebrate different perspectives and all play an active role in creating a sense of belonging
   

The REA experience

The physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our people is something we’ll never stop caring about. This is a place to learn and grow. We’re committed to your development – both professionally and personally. Your experience with us is something we take seriously.
 

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