About the Role

Temple of the Sun creates jewellery inspired by time-honoured craft, history and the natural world. Our Modern Ancient design ethos brings together cultural heritage and a contemporary Australian perspective, with a focus on craftsmanship, responsibly sourced materials and pieces designed to be worn for a lifetime.

Role purpose

Create thoughtful, high-quality graphic design and visual content that brings Temple of the Sun’s creative vision to life across eCommerce, email, social media and campaigns. Working within the Creative and Marketing team, the role translates creative direction and briefs into consistent, engaging assets that support brand storytelling and commercial objectives.

Graphic design is the primary focus, supported by photography, retouching, light animation and video editing. The role collaborates with the dedicated videographer to adapt footage and produce content for different channels, with creative direction and priorities guided by the Founder / Creative Director and Lead Creative.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic design and brand execution

• Design assets for the website, email, social media, product launches and marketing campaigns, with print and packaging assets as required.
• Translate brand vision, mood boards and creative briefs into polished designs that reflect Temple’s aesthetic and visual identity.
• Adapt approved creative across channels, formats and placements while maintaining brand consistency and attention to detail.
• Contribute ideas and visual treatments that strengthen storytelling, drawing on relevant design, fashion and jewellery trends.
• Content production and paid creative
• Create and edit photography and supporting video content; assist the videographer with content preparation and channel-specific edits as required.
• Retouch, colour-correct and prepare product and campaign imagery for eCommerce and marketing, maintaining accurate product representation.
• Design and produce creative assets for Meta advertising, including static, carousel and video ads for Instagram and Facebook.
• Create simple animation and motion design treatments to enhance digital content where appropriate.
• Work with the Marketing and Digital teams to adapt creative based on campaign feedback and performance insights.

Software and systems

• Adobe Creative Cloud — use InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop for design and layout, and Lightroom for image preparation and retouching.
• CapCut — edit and adapt video content for social media and other digital placements.
• \Adobe Premiere Pro — edit and adapt video footage for campaigns, social media and other digital channels, including colour correction, audio adjustments and preparation of final assets.
• Shopify — prepare and update website imagery, banners and visual merchandising assets in collaboration with the eCommerce team.
• Klaviyo — design and build EDM creative, prepare campaigns and support the visual production of automated flows.
• Meta advertising — create, resize and adapt assets to suit paid campaign briefs, placement specifications and creative testing requirements.
• Monday.com or Asana — track briefs, deadlines, feedback, approvals and workflow progress using the team’s nominated project management platform.

Collaboration and delivery

• Work closely with the Founder / Creative Director and Lead Creative to clarify briefs, incorporate feedback and obtain approvals before assets are released.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Social Media, eCommerce, the videographer and other teams to deliver assets aligned with campaign and business priorities.
• Manage assigned projects and deadlines, communicate progress and flag competing priorities or delivery risks early.
• Maintain organised creative files, templates and resources, with clear naming, version control and accessible final assets.
• Check accuracy, image quality, sizing and technical requirements before handing over or publishing approved assets.
• Assist with photoshoot preparation, production and asset collation, and support team onboarding through guidance on creative files, templates and workflows.

Skills and experience

• Strong graphic design experience and a portfolio demonstrating digital design, campaign creative, image retouching and consistent brand execution.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Lightroom, with practical video editing skills in Premiere Pro and CapCut.
• Experience producing creative for eCommerce, email, social media and Meta advertising; familiarity with Shopify and Klaviyo.
• A sound understanding of typography, layout, colour, visual storytelling and platform-specific asset requirements.
• Strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple briefs, respond to feedback and collaborate effectively.
• Experience within jewellery, fashion, beauty or lifestyle brands is desirable, as are animation and motion design skills.

The Ideal Candidate

• Has strong graphic design skills and a refined eye for typography, layout, imagery and detail across digital and print.
• Understands how to translate a brand’s identity and creative direction into consistent, engaging visual assets.
• Can communicate product stories and brand values through design, photography and campaign content.
• Is confident retouching and colour-correcting imagery, with practical video editing skills in Premiere Pro and CapCut. Animation, motion design and After Effects experience are desirable.
• Can work from creative briefs, contribute ideas and develop concepts within the direction set by the Founder / Creative Director and Lead Creative.
• Is organised, self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to prioritise multiple projects and communicate clearly about deadlines.
• s collaborative, approachable and receptive to feedback, and enjoys working alongside other creative and marketing specialists.
• Has an interest in jewellery, craftsmanship and visual storytelling, and understands how creative assets support customer engagement and commercial goals.
• An ability to write or adapt short, on-brand copy to complement visual content is desirable.

Measures of success

Creative assets consistently reflect Temple’s brand identity, meet agreed briefs and deadlines, and are accurate and ready for their intended channels. Files and workflows remain organised, communication is clear, and creative is refined in response to feedback and campaign insights.

What We Offer

Play a role in shaping the creative identity of Temple of the Sun.

Work in a beautiful Byron Bay studio with access to professional equipment and creative resources.

Collaborate with a passionate team that values creativity, sustainability, and craft.

Enjoy generous staff discounts on jewellery collections.

Be part of a brand that gives back to local and international communities.

How to Apply

If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Please send apply directly through Seek and let us know why you would be perfect for the role.

The Role

We are looking for an experienced and highly creative Senior Jewellery Designer to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our collections at Temple of the Sun. This senior leadership role blends artistic vision, technical expertise, and strategic direction to deliver jewellery that embodies our brand identity, while remaining responsive to market trends and commercially successful.

With 5+ years of hands-on design experience in the fine or demi-fine jewellery industry, you will conceptualise and develop captivating collections that reflect our aesthetic and craftsmanship values. A deep and nuanced understanding of gemstones, precious metals, and artisanal techniques is essential, enabling you to create designs that are technically achievable and emotionally resonant.

While proficiency in CAD software (Rhino 3D or Matrix Gold) is required, this is not a CAD-heavy role. Instead, you will guide a team of CAD designers, providing clear direction and creative leadership to ensure design accuracy, feasibility, and integrity across all projects. You will also work closely with our Creative Director to ensure our designs are distinctive, innovative, and aligned with our evolving brand vision.

In addition to leading the design direction, you will work in close partnership with a Product Development Manager - a direct report who plays a critical operational role in managing timelines, prototype development, supplier liaison, and production feasibility. While the Product Development Manager will be responsible for executional logistics and cross-functional delivery, you will retain oversight to ensure the successful translation of your creative vision through all stages of development to market.

This is an opportunity for a passionate, driven designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and who is motivated by both creative excellence and strategic leadership.

Skills & Experience Required:

• Extensive Jewellery Design Expertise: Minimum 5 years of experience designing innovative, commercially successful jewellery collections.
• Creative Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor a creative team while maintaining a clear design direction and upholding brand integrity
• Mastery of Craftsmanship & Materials: Deep knowledge of traditional jewellery-making techniques, gemstone properties, and precious metal characteristics.
• Concept & Collection Development: Ability to develop compelling mood boards, themes, and design stories that guide seasonal and evergreen ranges.
• Technical Drawing & Design Proficiency: Strong hand illustration and technical drawing skills.
• Proficiency in CAD (Rhino 3D or Matrix Gold) for concept refinement and guiding CAD teams.
• Advanced Digital Design: Skilled in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) to support design communication and visual merchandising.
• Range Architecture: Experience constructing commercially viable and strategically segmented collections that align with pricing architecture, customer profiles, and merchandising needs.
• Trend Forecasting: Ability to research and interpret emerging jewellery and fashion trends, and translate them into meaningful, relevant design concepts.
• Project Management: Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple timelines, collections, and design briefs across seasonal cycles.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Experience working with marketing, production, sales, and operations to ensure smooth and timely execution from concept to product launch.
• Sustainable & Ethical Sourcing: Understanding of sustainable materials and ethical supply chain principles, including the ability to contribute meaningfully to sourcing decisions.
  
  

Key Responsibilities & Focus Areas:

• Lead the end-to-end design process for new collections, from initial ideation through to final product sign-off.
• Direct and mentor CAD designers, providing detailed briefs, technical feedback, and creative direction to ensure each design reflects the Temple of the Sun aesthetic and meets quality
  standards.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director on brand-led design evolution, ensuring each collection is both artistically progressive and true to our identity.
• Oversee and work closely with the Product Development Manager to ensure smooth execution of product timelines, prototypes, supplier communication, and manufacturing feasibility.
• Provide input and oversight on material sourcing and pricing frameworks to ensure product is both high quality and commercially viable.
• Partner with the production team and in-house jewellers to refine complex or bespoke elements of new designs, ensuring manufacturability and durability.
• Support the marketing and e-commerce teams with product storytelling, launch campaign visuals, and any required creative assets.
• Assist in the creation of internal product training materials, including detailed specs, design intent explanations, and seasonal narratives for retail and wholesale teams.
• Lead quality assurance at the design level, ensuring consistency, finish, and integrity of every product released to market.
• Maintain a forward-thinking, solutions-oriented approach to design challenges, proactively troubleshooting and refining product based on technical or commercial feedback.
• Act as a design ambassador within the business, contributing to a culture of creativity, precision, and innovation.
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Delivery of exceptional, brand-aligned seasonal collections within timeline and budget constraints.
• Positive feedback from production, sales, marketing, and retail teams on design impact and commercial success.
• High CAD and prototype approval rates with minimal revisions due to clear, detailed briefing and design guidance.
• Effective management of the Product Development Manager, including successful coordination across departments and timely execution of design-to-market processes.
• Recognition of innovation and design excellence from both customers and internal stakeholders.
  

What We Offer:

• A highly competitive salary commensurate with the seniority and scope of this role.
• An opportunity to lead design at one of Australia’s fastest-growing jewellery brands.
• Generous staff discounts and annual gifting valued at $1,000.
• A $1,000 annual wellness allowance towards the program of your choice.
• A collaborative and purpose-driven workplace, five minutes from the beaches of Byron Bay.
• The chance to work closely with our Creative Director and senior leadership team on meaningful, future-forward creative work.

To Apply:

• Please submit your resume and portfolio to Kendall at kendall@templeofthesun.com.au with the subject line “Head Jewellery Designer  Application”.