Colchester Institute
Publications and Design Manager
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Join Colchester Institute - Where Your Career Makes a Difference
At Colchester Institute, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. As one of the leading providers of education and training in the region, we are proud to offer a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment.
Are you a creative leader with a passion for powerful design and compelling storytelling? Do you thrive on delivering high-quality publications that inspire, inform and influence? If so, Colchester Institute is looking for you.
We are seeking an experienced, imaginative, and highly organised Publications and Design Manager to lead and manage all print, design, photography, and print advertising activity across the College.
Job Title: Publications and Design Manager
FTE: £37,710.40 - £41,231.32
0.4 CONTRACT, Monday and Friday
Note: All applications for this role will also require a portfolio submission. Please email this to Jobline@colchester.ac.uk after you have applied.
This is a pivotal position within our Marketing team, responsible for graphic design, copy, and content for on-brand publications and creative assets that support student recruitment, employer engagement, and our wider college reputation.
You will create college publications and print advertising cycle, from writing clear project briefs and developing copy, through to design, photography, production, and final sign-off. Your attention to detail and commitment to excellence will ensure every output is consistent, creative, and impactful.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Key Outputs Include:
- Annual prospectuses
- Flyers, posters, and banners
- Print and online marketing materials
- Photography and creative assets for integrated campaigns
Leadership & Strategy
Managing a small, talented creative team, you will provide:
- Strategic planning and creative direction
- End-to-end project management
- Workload prioritisation and quality control
- Guidance and support to deliver high-volume, high-quality graphic design and photography
You will work closely with senior stakeholders across the organisation, building strong relationships to plan and deliver compelling content that meets both strategic objectives and operational needs.
About You
This role would suit an experienced and highly organised Graphic Designer ready with leadership experience. Most importantly, you will combine creativity with precision, ensuring every publication and designed marketing content reflects the quality, ambition, and professionalism of Colchester Institute.
Essential Experience:
- Minimum 5 years’ management experience within a creative, marketing, publications, or communications environment, with a background in Graphic Design.
- Proven expertise in producing and managing printed publications (including prospectuses and brochures), overseeing design and photography functions, and working with external print suppliers.
- Outstanding copywriting and proof-reading skills, with extensive experience adapting creative content for both print and digital channels.
- Strong organisational and project management skills, able to manage complex schedules, competing deadlines, and multiple stakeholders, including senior leaders and curriculum teams.
- A collaborative, detail-driven team player with strong editorial judgement, brand management expertise, and advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Essential Qualifications:
- Minimum of 5 GCSEs (grades 9-4/A*-C) or equivalent, including maths and English (English Language at grade 6/B)
- Degree in Graphic Design, relevant subject to the requirements of the role, or relevant industry experience
If you’re ready to lead creative excellence and make a visible impact across a dynamic and forward-thinking College, we’d love to hear from you.
All applications will be assessed against the stated essential requirements, so please ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet them.
We do not engage with recruitment or search agencies unless they have been officially contracted in line with our PSL.
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London