Head of design
Core
Lead visual and editorial design for Guardian Australia's journalism across web, app, and emerging platforms, serving readers with compelling visual storytelling.
Role type
Senior IC Head of Design (Editorial/Visual)
Builds
Digital news experiences, interactive stories, and visual identity for web and mobile
Domain
Media / Digital Journalism
Required skills
Editorial design, Visual storytelling, Team leadership, Art direction, Interactive design, Accessibility standards, Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML/CSS, JavaScript
Preferred skills
Data visualization, Motion graphics, UX strategy, Audience insights
Technologies
Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, After Effects, HTML, SCSS/CSS, JavaScript
Responsibilities
Creatively lead a multidisciplinary visual and editorial design team; Create compelling visual storytelling and design concepts for news and features; Ensure visual work meets high standards in storytelling, accessibility, and usability; Collaborate with editors, journalists, and developers to elevate digital experiences; Mentor team members and advocate for visual journalism within the newsroom.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities