Junior Graphic Designer
Located in the heart of Western Sydney, Sydney Zoo strives to showcase a broad range of native and exotic animals using technology and advanced exhibit design, with a strong focus on animal welfare, conservation, and educating our visitors about animals and their habitats. Environmental and social awareness play a vital role in our message that highlights the indigenous culture and human influence on the environment.
The Position
This is an outstanding opportunity to join the exciting team at Sydney Zoo in the new role of Junior Graphic Designer, utilising your skills in an area that you are genuinely passionate about. This role will commence as soon as possible.
The position is responsible for graphic design and visual elements for Sydney Zoo and will develop material under the direction of the Creative Lead.
Skills, Knowledge, and Relevant Experience
ESSENTIAL
- Tertiary qualifications in design or equivalent industry experience.
- 1+ years’ relevant experience in an equivalent creative role.
- Demonstrated knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud suite.
- Workingknowledge of Microsoft Office 365 suite.
- Experience producing communications material for all channels, including but not limited to digital, print and social material.
- Flexibility to undertake a variety of tasks and duties within a team environment or autonomously, with disciplined time management skills, and an ability to meet tight deadlines
DESIRABLE
- Experience in photography will be highly regarded.
- Experience in videography, motion graphics and video editing.
- Drivers License
Why should you join the Zoo Crew?
By joining the exciting Sydney Zoo Crew, you will not only be in close proximity to some of the most incredible animals native to Australia and across the world, but you will also join an amazing team of dedicated people! Our team are passionate, devoted, and heavily inspired by Sydney Zoo’s values and mission to deliver a world-class visitor experience that encourages the community to make a difference, and all with a smile!
We are very proud of our diverse team of staff that represent all the different backgrounds and cultures that call Western Sydney ‘home.’ We love the individuality across our team of people as much as we love the collection of animals we so proudly care for. Whether you are looking for your first job, wanting to jump back into the workforce, or simply need a stimulating change to shake up your career, we encourage you to take the next step and join in our vision to make a difference.
Sydney Zoo is committed to providing a positive workplace and fostering employee engagement and wellbeing. We know how important it is to recognise and thank our staff for making Sydney Zoo great and we do this by providing our team with free annual flu vaccinations, workplace massages, staff BBQs, training opportunities, and fulfilling fundraising events, just to name a few! If you would like to become part of an amazing team that does all of this and so much more, then look no further… Sydney Zoo is for you!
Applications
Please apply directly via the Sydney Zoo Website Careers Page https://sydneyzoo.com/about/careers.
Applicants will be required to provide a current resume, covering letter outlining your ability to meet the above selection requirements as well as a portfolio showcasing your work. Applications close at 9am Wednesday, 8th April 2026.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all Sydney Zoo positions.
Sydney Zoo is a fully COVID-19 vaccinated workplace. We will require proof of your double vaccination status prior to commencement. Please contact us for general enquiries, including if you have any queries regarding our policy or to obtain a copy of the Sydney Zoo Vaccination policy.
You can contact us by email careers@sydneyzoo.com or by phone to 7202 2560
Sydney Zoo is committed to the principles and practices of Equal Employment Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.
