Job description
About the Client
Our client is a key Federal Government agency that supports Australians through inclusive, accessible services and community engagement. Within their Strategic Communications division, the Digital Media team creates rich multimedia content that delivers important messages to the public in an engaging, easy-to-understand format.
They work across social media, websites, and digital platforms to enhance public awareness, support service users, and promote national initiatives.
About the Role
We’re seeking a creative and technically skilled Animation Designer to join a federal government communications team delivering engaging and accessible visual content. In this APS6 role, you’ll manage animation projects from concept through to delivery—bringing important initiatives to life across social media, web, and internal platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Applicants must be Australian citizens to be considered for this position.
How to Apply
Click Apply Now to submit your CV and portfolio. For a confidential chat, contact Harley at DFP Recruitment on (03) 8632 9900.
Applications close 5:00pm Thursday 19th June.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
Our client is a key Federal Government agency that supports Australians through inclusive, accessible services and community engagement. Within their Strategic Communications division, the Digital Media team creates rich multimedia content that delivers important messages to the public in an engaging, easy-to-understand format.
They work across social media, websites, and digital platforms to enhance public awareness, support service users, and promote national initiatives.
About the Role
We’re seeking a creative and technically skilled Animation Designer to join a federal government communications team delivering engaging and accessible visual content. In this APS6 role, you’ll manage animation projects from concept through to delivery—bringing important initiatives to life across social media, web, and internal platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Create high-quality 2D/3D animations from concept, scripting, and storyboarding to final output
- Design motion content optimised for digital platforms, social media, and signage
- Produce branded content aligned with government style and accessibility standards
- Incorporate complex animations into video content (e.g., overlays on piece-to-camera footage)
- Visualise data and simplify complex concepts through animation
- Manage animation libraries and collaborate with stakeholders across projects
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and animation software (e.g. After Effects, Blender)
- Experience managing end-to-end animation production
- Skilled in digital-first design and output for social platforms
- Ability to produce cohesive branded content suites
- Experience working in video production teams
- Strong project coordination and stakeholder management skills
- Familiarity with government branding and accessibility standards
- Strong visual storytelling and scripting capabilities
- Ability to simplify complex information into engaging animations
- Comfortable working with limited direction and changing priorities
- Clear communication around creative decisions and revisions
- Experience in agile or fast-turnaround production environments
Applicants must be Australian citizens to be considered for this position.
How to Apply
Click Apply Now to submit your CV and portfolio. For a confidential chat, contact Harley at DFP Recruitment on (03) 8632 9900.
Applications close 5:00pm Thursday 19th June.
Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application.
DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.
By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
