Need someone to cover your graphic designer while they're on leave?
No agency. No finder’s fee. Just an experienced designer who can step in and get the work done.
When your in-house designer goes on parental leave, long service leave, or extended sick leave, the work doesn’t stop. Campaigns still need to go out. Content still needs to be created. Deadlines still exist. We offer graphic designer leave cover for organisations across Newcastle and NSW, with a quick, simple engagement process and no recruitment agency fees. Just skilled, reliable design support for as long as you need it.Why organisations choose us for design cover
No agency fees. Recruitment agencies charge a finder’s fee on top of the designer’s rate. We don’t. You get an experienced designer at a straightforward hourly rate, nothing more.
Fast to start. No lengthy recruitment process. One briefing call, access to your files and brand guidelines, and we’re up and running.
Experienced across industries. With over 20 years in graphic design, we’ve worked with local councils, professional services firms, and not-for-profit organisations. We’re used to stepping into established workflows and brand environments quickly.
Seamless brand consistency.
We work from your existing style guides, templates, and tools. Your brand stays on track while your designer is away.
Who we’ve covered for
We’ve provided graphic design leave cover for organisations including Port Stephens Council, Acumentis, and Lifestyle Solutions. We understand that different industries have different needs, different approval processes, and different audiences. We adapt quickly.
What’s included in design cover
We can step in across a wide range of design tasks, including:
- Brand and marketing collateral
- Social media graphics and digital assets
- Internal communications and reports
- Print design: flyers, brochures, signage
- Email templates and newsletters
- Presentations and proposal documents
- Digital ads, PPC and SEO
- Website updates and development
If your in-house designer handles it, there’s a good chance we can too.
How it works
It’s a simple process. Get in touch, tell us about your designer’s role and when the cover is needed, and we’ll confirm availability and rate.
From there, a short briefing call is all it takes to get started.
Most clients are up and running within a day or two.
We work on an hourly rate. No lock-in contracts, no agency markup.
Frequently asked questions
How much notice do you need?
As little as a few days in most cases. We know leave cover is often time-sensitive, so we make the process as quick as possible.
Do you need to come into the office?
No. We work remotely with most clients, using shared drives, project management tools, and your existing file systems.
What if the cover period changes?
No problem. We work flexibly. If your designer returns early or their leave is extended, we adjust accordingly.
How do you handle our brand guidelines and files?
We sign an NDA if required and work entirely within your existing brand assets. We’re there to maintain consistency, not reinvent anything.
Ready to organise cover?
Get in touch early if you know leave is coming up, or reach out even if you’ve already been caught short. We’ll get back to you quickly. Email directly: [email protected] or
