Marketing and Graphic Design Assistant

Description:

ImpactInstitute helps organisations create genuine, measurable social impact. Our strategic advisory, brand storytelling, and large‑scale events, empower our clients across the corporate, government, and social sectors to define their purpose, amplify their message, and drive positive change in the world.

We’re looking for a proactive, detail‑oriented Marketing / Graphic Design Assistant to support our Events and Marketing Teams. This role blends hands‑on tactical marketing execution with creative design execution, helping us deliver high‑quality campaigns, event materials, and digital communications across multiple channels.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and enjoy handling a variety of creative and marketing tasks, this role is for you.

Your natural tendency towards organisation, great communication skills and willingness to learn will be the secret to your success. You need to be comfortable learning software systems, enjoy engaging with interesting people and are looking to work with an enthusiastic and supportive team.

You'll report to the Head of Events with mentorship from a senior graphic designer and marketing manager to keep those skills developing.

What You’ll Do

Marketing & Content

• Support the delivery of multi‑channel marketing campaigns, including writing and uploading content across social media, websites and EDMs.
• Manage website updates, coordinate content and assets from internal teams and partners, maintain asset libraries, and keep marketing calendars, WIPs and procedures up to date.
• Liaise with suppliers to ensure smooth and timely delivery of marketing and design outputs.
  
  

Graphic Design

• Create high‑quality digital and print assets such as social graphics, brochures, signage, event materials, presentations and templates.
• Optimise designs for different formats, follow brand guidelines
• Provide temporary design coverage during short periods of leave for the Senior Graphic Designer.
  
  

Events

• Support the Events Team onsite at selected events throughout the year, including coordinating AV and stage requirements (approx. 7–8 Saturdays per year, with TIL provided).
  
  

Skillset

• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Suite in a Mac OS environment
• Intermediate design proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe Express) with a strong understanding of typography, layout and colour theory
• Confident using social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn)
• Experience with CMS platforms and direct mail tools such as Mailchimp, HubSpot or Salesforce
• Event experience is desirable but not essential
• Prior is experience working in an office environment is desirable but not essential
  
  

Mindset

• Good communication (written and verbal), organisation and coordination skills
• A team player who can also work autonomously
• Ability to prioritise competing deadlines and manage multiple stakeholders
• Initiative, creativity and a positive, solutions‑focused mindset
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in Marketing / Marketing Communication
• TAFE or higher qualification in Graphic Design or comparable experience — portfolio essential
  
  

Be part of a team that makes measurable difference in the world. We pride ourselves on cultivating and engaging workplace culture and our people enjoy flexible working conditions, spirited creative discussions and an attractive, comfortable workspace in Chatswood.

As a certified B Corp, ImpactInstitute is committed to balancing purpose and profit with creating a workplace and culture our people are proud to be part of.

Benefits Include

• Flexible work practices
• YOLO day – special leave for those one-off opportunities
• Marilyn Day – birthday leave to celebrate your special milestones
• Health & wellbeing program
• Curiosity Lab professional development program.
  
  

ImpactInstitute is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively encourage applications from people with disability, recognising that diverse perspectives enhance our team’s creativity and problem-solving abilities. If you’re passionate about event support and making a positive impact, we invite you to apply.