Job Description
Are you a senior creative ready to contribute to a nationally recognised sporting brand?
The North Queensland Cowboys are searching for an experienced Senior Graphic Designer to create bold, high-impact creative across all club channels.
This is a rare opportunity to bring your creative experience, digital expertise and visual storytelling talent to one of Australia’s most iconic and loved sporting clubs. You’ll work within the Cowboys Group dynamic Brand and Consumer Team, which includes Marketing, Production, Content, Membership, Merchandise and Experiences - reporting directly to the Head of Marketing and as part of a passionate design team.
Whether you’re currently in agency, sport, entertainment, lifestyle or brand-side design - this is your chance to step into a role where your work is seen, felt, and celebrated by fans and stakeholders across Australia.
We welcome applicants from across Australia and offer a relocation allowance to support your move.
About the Role
As the Senior Graphic Designer, you will produce visually powerful work across digital, print, campaign and in-stadium platforms. You’ll collaborate closely with football, partnerships, community, membership, merchandise and game day operations - bringing fresh ideas and high-energy creativity that reflects the pride and spirit of North Queensland.
This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong conceptual thinking skills, and wants to play a meaningful part in elevating a top-tier sporting brand.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
Creating bold, consistent, high-quality creative across all club channels.
Contribute to the creative development for campaigns, brand moments, fan engagement content and partnership activations.
Produce visually engaging assets across digital, print, social media, LED, website, email and stadium environments.
Uphold brand guidelines while maintaining a unified visual identity across all touchpoints.
Design Execution Across All Platforms
Work with internal teams across our Cowboys group of businesses to deliver creative outcomes aligned with business goals.
Create high-impact digital graphics for web, social and email communication.
Develop print advertising, signage, promotional materials, event collateral and point‑of‑sale assets.
Produce motion and animated assets where required (After Effects experience advantageous).
Ideate and deliver innovative visuals that resonate strongly with fans and stakeholders.
Print, Production & Supplier Coordination
Manage quotes, supplier relationships and production timelines to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
Ensure all printed materials meet brand standards and deadline requirements.
What You Will Bring:
Tertiary qualifications in Graphic Design or equivalent.
3+ years of professional design experience in-house or agency side, with senior or lead responsibilities.
A portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking, high visual impact and brand-consistent execution.
Advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign (After Effects a bonus).
Experience across digital and print design, campaign creative, brand identity and photography.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management and communication skills.
A collaborative mindset with the ability to work confidently across diverse departments.
Why Join the North Queensland Cowboys Group?
Work with an iconic Australian sporting brand loved by fans nationwide.
Lead meaningful design work seen across stadiums, broadcast, digital platforms and the community.
Be part of a passionate, high-performing team committed to excellence.
Professional development opportunities and the chance to grow your creative career.
Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of tropical North Queensland
Enjoy staff benefits across the Cowboys Group of companies
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume through SEEK outlining:
How you meet the essential skills, experience, and qualifications listed above.
What motivated you to apply for this role.
Application Deadline: Friday, 10th April 2026 For more information or a confidential discussion about this position, please email [email protected] Note: Recruitment for this role will commence immediately, interviews may occur before the end of the advertising period. **Relocation allowance available for candidates moving to Townsville**
Company Overview
Please visit our company website for more information
The North Queensland Cowboys are searching for an experienced Senior Graphic Designer to create bold, high-impact creative across all club channels.
This is a rare opportunity to bring your creative experience, digital expertise and visual storytelling talent to one of Australia’s most iconic and loved sporting clubs. You’ll work within the Cowboys Group dynamic Brand and Consumer Team, which includes Marketing, Production, Content, Membership, Merchandise and Experiences - reporting directly to the Head of Marketing and as part of a passionate design team.
Whether you’re currently in agency, sport, entertainment, lifestyle or brand-side design - this is your chance to step into a role where your work is seen, felt, and celebrated by fans and stakeholders across Australia.
We welcome applicants from across Australia and offer a relocation allowance to support your move.
About the Role
As the Senior Graphic Designer, you will produce visually powerful work across digital, print, campaign and in-stadium platforms. You’ll collaborate closely with football, partnerships, community, membership, merchandise and game day operations - bringing fresh ideas and high-energy creativity that reflects the pride and spirit of North Queensland.
This position is perfect for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has strong conceptual thinking skills, and wants to play a meaningful part in elevating a top-tier sporting brand.
What You’ll Be Responsible For:
Creating bold, consistent, high-quality creative across all club channels.
Contribute to the creative development for campaigns, brand moments, fan engagement content and partnership activations.
Produce visually engaging assets across digital, print, social media, LED, website, email and stadium environments.
Uphold brand guidelines while maintaining a unified visual identity across all touchpoints.
Design Execution Across All Platforms
Work with internal teams across our Cowboys group of businesses to deliver creative outcomes aligned with business goals.
Create high-impact digital graphics for web, social and email communication.
Develop print advertising, signage, promotional materials, event collateral and point‑of‑sale assets.
Produce motion and animated assets where required (After Effects experience advantageous).
Ideate and deliver innovative visuals that resonate strongly with fans and stakeholders.
Print, Production & Supplier Coordination
Manage quotes, supplier relationships and production timelines to ensure quality and cost efficiency.
Ensure all printed materials meet brand standards and deadline requirements.
What You Will Bring:
Tertiary qualifications in Graphic Design or equivalent.
3+ years of professional design experience in-house or agency side, with senior or lead responsibilities.
A portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking, high visual impact and brand-consistent execution.
Advanced skills in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign (After Effects a bonus).
Experience across digital and print design, campaign creative, brand identity and photography.
Exceptional attention to detail, time management and communication skills.
A collaborative mindset with the ability to work confidently across diverse departments.
Why Join the North Queensland Cowboys Group?
Work with an iconic Australian sporting brand loved by fans nationwide.
Lead meaningful design work seen across stadiums, broadcast, digital platforms and the community.
Be part of a passionate, high-performing team committed to excellence.
Professional development opportunities and the chance to grow your creative career.
Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of tropical North Queensland
Enjoy staff benefits across the Cowboys Group of companies
How to Apply
Please submit your cover letter and resume through SEEK outlining:
How you meet the essential skills, experience, and qualifications listed above.
What motivated you to apply for this role.
Application Deadline: Friday, 10th April 2026 For more information or a confidential discussion about this position, please email [email protected] Note: Recruitment for this role will commence immediately, interviews may occur before the end of the advertising period. **Relocation allowance available for candidates moving to Townsville**
Company Overview
Please visit our company website for more information
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Graphic Designer position is now open for candidates interested in the Arts, Entertainment & Recreation sector. This role in Townsville offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Arts, Entertainment & Recreation is a plus.
