About Us The Mai-Wel Group is a Hunter region not-for-profit connecting people with possibilities for nearly 65 years. We partner with people with disability, young people and those experiencing disadvantage to build independence, confidence and real pathways into community, education, training, employment and enterprise. With a team of more than 370 people, we deliver integrated, person-centred supports across daily living and independence, social and creative participation, and real-world work-readiness programs that lead to jobs—reinvesting every dollar to grow impact across our region. Trusted, local and outcomes-driven, Mai-Wel is Full of Possible.
Job Description
Mai-Wel is one of the Hunter Region’s leading for-purpose organisations, known for our innovation, impact, and people-first culture. Join a values-driven organisation with inclusive, supportive leadership, and recognised as an employer of choice.
This is not an entry-level content role.
We are looking for a creative powerhouse — someone with professional-grade design, photography and videography capability who can elevate our brand, tell powerful stories, and deliver polished creative outputs that stand out across every platform.
If you want a role where your creativity genuinely matters, and your work creates real community impact, this is it.
Why Join Mai-Wel
Join a values-driven organisation with inclusive, supportive leadership.
Work that matters — everything you create helps improve the lives of people with disability and vulnerable people in our community
Salary packaging & tax benefits to increase your take-home pay
Autonomy, professional respect, and space to bring your best ideas
Opportunities to shape the creative direction of a major Hunter brand
Flexible working within a high-trust environment
Desired Skills and Experience
The Role
We’re searching for a professional who can deliver high-quality creative work end-to-end, including:
Graphic design for print, digital, events and campaigns
High-quality photography
Professional videography including lighting, direction and post-production
Editing, motion elements, sound, captions and branding
Original copywriting for campaigns, social, video and stories
Concept development and creative direction
Managing shoots end to end
Ensuring all content is brand-aligned, accessible and participant-centred
You’ll work closely with our Engagement team, Area Managers, Business Units and participant-facing teams to capture meaningful, inspiring, beautiful content.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives on autonomy, collaboration, craftsmanship, and delivering polished, professional creative work that drives measurable results.
What You Need
Essential
A Diploma or Bachelor, or Cert IV in Visual Communications, Design, Photography, Film, Digital Media, Creative Industries or similar
A strong professional portfolio demonstrating graphic design, photography and video
Proven experience managing shoots end-to-end
Outstanding Adobe Creative Cloud capability
Strong writing ability and creative judgment
A high bar for quality and detail
Note: All shortlisted candidates must provide verified academic transcripts and a portfolio of recent work.
Highly Advantageous
Experience in community, NFP, disability or social impact sectors
Experience working with diverse communities
A passion for ethical storytelling
Mandatory Clearances
You can apply now without them, but serious applicants are strongly encouraged to begin these immediately to speed up onboarding in January:
NDIS Worker Screening
Working With Children Check
National Police Check
Driver’s licence
Key Dates
Applications open: Today
Applications close: 2nd January 2025
Interviews: mid January
Start date: Feb
How to Apply
Submit: ✔ Your CV ✔ Cover letter ✔ Portfolio showcasing design, photography and video ✔ Evidence of qualifications (or a statement acknowledging these will be supplied prior to interview)
Make 2026 the year your creative work changes lives.
Join Mai-Wel and bring your best to a purpose that matters
