About GESS
As one of the leading international schools in Singapore, GESS is home to students from over 70 nations worldwide. We are for many families the home away from home and we are very happy that they are part of our school community which is based on mutual support and solidarity. With our language programme, we support our students to nurture this part of their identity and want to preserve the opportunity that they can grow up with multiple languages to be best prepared for an international environment. With the German International Abitur or the IB Programme they are perfectly prepared for their career after school. Our students enjoy lifelong learning and we take pride in our GESS values of respect, openness and diversity which our students will nurture in their life after school.
We were awarded with the “Deutsche Schulpreis” (German school prize) 2022, which was given to us for our extraordinary concept according to their motto “Make teaching better”. We stand out as the only German school abroad nominated for this award.
The Graphic Designer is responsible for developing high-quality visual communication that inspires, informs, and engages our audiences. The role contributes directly to positioning the school as a leading education provider in Singapore through best-in-class visual design, brand consistency, and creative project leadership.
In addition to day-to-day design execution, the role plays a strategic part in advancing the school’s communications, branding, and promotional efforts by introducing innovative design approaches, scalable templates, and emerging technologies that enhance visual storytelling and operational efficiency.
Graphic Designer
Key Accountabilities
Design Operations and Project Delivery
· Manage and prioritise design requests through the Design Request Portal, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and stakeholder satisfaction.
· Lead assigned design projects from concept to completion.
· Apply and safeguard the school’s visual corporate identity across all outputs.
· Develop and maintain design templates and frameworks to ensure consistency and efficient workflows.
· Maintain and organise design repositories.
Creative Development and Brand Enhancement
· Conceptualise and produce high-impact visual content for print and digital platforms to support marketing, admissions, internal and external communications.
· Contribute proactive ideas to continuously professionalise and strengthen the school’s visual identity.
· Provide creative guidance on visual storytelling and external content strategy.
· Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with communication objectives and institutional priorities.
Event Support
· Support photo and videographer during school events, if required.
Collaboration and Meetings
· Participate in meetings with design requesters and key stakeholders.
· Participate in meetings within Marketing Admissions Department.
Knowledge and Experience
Design for Print
Proven experience in designing for print media, including flyers, posters, booklets, magazines, signage, and related materials.
Design for Digital
Strong experience in digital design, including e-banners, PDFs, web layouts, video graphics, and other digital assets.
AI-Enhanced Design
Experience or demonstrated interest in using AI-powered design tools, with an understanding of ethical and brand-aligned use in an educational context.
Illustration
Basic experience in freehand drawing or digital illustration, including the use of tablets such as Wacom.
Event Coverage
Foundational understanding of photography and videography, including basic editing techniques is an advantage.
Web & CMS
Fundamental understanding of web design and HTML.
Familiarity with Content Management Systems, experience with WordPress is an advantage.
Technical and Soft Skills
Technical Skills
· Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
· Experience using Canva for rapid prototyping, branded templates, and team-based design workflows.
· Confident use of macOS workstations.
· Working knowledge of DSLR cameras and camcorders.
Soft Skills:
· Positive, proactive, and solution-oriented mindset.
· Strong time management and organisational skills.
· High attention to detail and quality.
· Creative and strategic thinker with a collaborative approach.
· Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
· Willingness to learn, adapt, and contribute within a team environment.