Publications Coordinator – Parramatta City Council – Sydney

Parramatta is Sydney’s second CBD with a vibrant economy, diverse workforce, and a rich mix of cultural and recreational facilities. Council is strongly focused on setting the city’s strategic direction as a sustainability leader, while delivering the best possible services to our local community.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join our positive and dedicated Media & Communications team on a temporary arrangement.

Reporting to the Media & Communications Manager, you will coordinate the development, design and production of Parramatta City Council publications and promotional materials for print and electronic distribution, including advertisements, brochures, newsletters, plans and reports.

Ideally, you will have;

Tertiary qualifications in Design (or another relevant discipline), or another appropriate qualification combined with relevant design and desktop publishing experience.
A minimum of three years’ experience in a graphic design-related role.
Experience supervising staff and managing a print service.
Experience in overseeing job stages from brief to concept development and final production, including dealing with suppliers in the quotation and coordination of projects.
Advanced knowledge of the following applications: In-Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint and Outlook.
Experience of applying and improving corporate identity.
Proven ability to work on multiple tasks independently, provide regular progress reports and meet deadlines.
Excellent written communication skills with attention to detail. Excellent verbal communication skills, including presenting information and dealing with people of diverse cultural backgrounds.
Experience in managing pre-press and print processes from concept to distribution.
Well-developed interpersonal and negotiation skills.

For further information regarding this role please contact Brad Schmidt on (02) 9806 5083 and quote position name and reference number.

Salary Range: $80,442 to $88,566 pa + Super dependent on skills, knowledge and experience.

Closing Date: 4pm Wednesday 12th August 2015.

HOW TO APPLY: Candidates MUST apply online at http://www.parracity.nsw.gov.au/work/work_with_us/employment and answer the position selection criteria. Applications will not be accepted through any other medium.

Please note Parramatta City Council supports a Drug and Alcohol free working environment and employees may be subject to random testing as a result.

Parramatta City Council is an Equal Opportunity Employer