Mid-Weight Designer

About Bastion

Bastion is an independent agency that exists to put brands, organisations and people in a position of strength. Our integrated model sees brand, digital, social, influencer, experiential and research experts sitting side by side, working together on major brands to solve their marketing challenges.

We offer a breadth of specialist capabilities across the communications spectrum including Advertising, Social, Communications, Digital, Media, Experiential, Insights and Training.

Our model is not just based on the breadth of expertise, but the depth in each capability and out operating model, enabling us to work as seamlessly interconnected specialism. A true one stop shop.

Bastion Advertising delivers compelling messages that capture attention and spark emotion. Our advertising services cover everything from brand and communication strategy to creative design, social media management, and production – delivering impactful campaigns that resonate with audiences.

Role Overview

We’re looking for a Mid-Weight Designer to join our Sydney office working exclusively on one of the agency’s most exciting clients. You will help bring big ideas to life across brand, campaign and retail work. You’ll be hands-on in the craft, confident executing concepts, and comfortable collaborating with creatives, strategists and producers to deliver work that’s smart, distinctive and category leading.

This role is ideal for a Designer who loves the idea of an in-house system working across an automotive brand, but with the support of an agency network, working with the wider team day-to-day. They can run with projects independently, take ownership and is keen to sharpen their thinking and craft within a fast-paced agency environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high-quality creative across print and digital.
• Translate creative concepts into clear, compelling visual outcomes.
• Work closely with copywriters, art directors and creative leads to execute integrated ideas.
• Take ownership of design tasks from concept through to delivery.
• Manage multiple jobs at once, balancing speed, quality and attention to detail.
• Present design work both internally and to clients.
• Maintain consistency with brand guidelines while knowing when to push boundaries.

What You'll Bring

• 4+ years’ experience in an advertising agency, in-house, design studio or similar environment.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating conceptual thinking, layout and visual craft.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Solid understanding of brand systems and campaign execution.
• Good time management and the ability to work collaboratively and independently when required
• A collaborative mindset and able to take feedback confidently.
• Curiosity, taste and a genuine interest in advertising and design.
• A hunger to learn, incorporate and use AI in your workstream.

Nice to Have

• Motion, animation or basic video editing skills.
• Familiarity with digital design and Figma is a bonus.
• Exposure to client presentations or direct client feedback.
• Interest in the automotive sector.

Why Join Us

• Work on an exciting automotive brand.
• Work at Australasia's largest independent agency.
• A supportive creative team that values ideas, collaboration and culture.
• Opportunities for learning, mentorship and career progression.
• Hybrid working (4 days in office, 1 day at home) and a great Sydney studio environment.

What We Offer

• A supportive culture focused on collaboration and personal growth
• A truly integrated agency network including research, data, insights, creative, digital, experiential, reputation management, content production, performance, earned media, etc.
• Robust G&D training program throughout the year
• Happy Days and Birthday Leave
• Culture Club: a calendar of events that connects our team in creative and fun ways
• CSR leave

*Please ensure to include a link to your portfolio on your CV*