Creative Designer

Role overview

This is a 23-month fixed-term opportunity at Birmingham City Council, offered at Grade C. The salary range is £35,412 to £44,075, and the role is based on a 36.5-hour working week. The pay band is still undergoing formal review as part of the council’s Pay Equity Review.

Purpose of the role

The Creative Designer will help shape, maintain, and roll out the council’s visual identity across both digital and print materials. The role focuses on making sure all creative output reflects the council and its partners accurately, follows brand standards, and supports effective communication.

This position suits someone with a keen eye for detail, a strong interest in visual storytelling, and confidence working in a public sector environment where priorities can shift quickly. You will contribute to the creative direction of the team while delivering day-to-day design work to a high standard.

What you will be doing

You will produce design assets for campaigns, plans, and communications across online and offline channels. The role calls for adaptability, a collaborative approach, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-focused setting with real-time communication needs.

Experience and application requirements

The council is looking for someone with at least 2 years’ experience in a similar creative design role, ideally within communications teams in large, complex organisations. Experience creating design content and materials for both digital and print use is essential.

An up-to-date CV must be uploaded with the application, as it is required for shortlisting. Applications without a CV attached cannot be considered.

Work eligibility and recruitment notes

All applicants must provide proof of the right to work in the UK before any offer can be confirmed. Sponsorship is not available for this post, so candidates must already have the right to work in the UK without employer sponsorship for the full duration of the appointment.

Birmingham City Council is a Disability Confident Leader employer and is committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing its workforce. Reasonable adjustments, accessibility support, and other application-related assistance can be requested during the recruitment process.

The council is also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of citizens, and expects all staff and volunteers to share that commitment.

Additional information

Informal enquiries can be directed to the Resourcing Team. A job description and person specification are available as part of the role materials.