Position Description

Position Title: Lead Wedding & Stationery Designer / Stylist

Employment Type: Part-Time (15–20 hours per week),

12-month maternity leave cover contract, with the possibility of extension.Location: Brunswick, Melbourne, VIC

Position Purpose

The Lead Wedding & Stationery Designer / Stylist is the creative lead within our design team, responsible for shaping the visual identity of our weddings and events. This role takes ownership of the creative direction for each project, designing beautiful, personalised experiences that reflect each couple's story while embodying the signature style and quality of The Small Things Co.

You'll enjoy a high level of autonomy and creative freedom to develop styling concepts, design bespoke stationery collections, and bring your ideas to life across weddings and events. Working closely with the Creative Director, you'll have the opportunity to influence our evolving aesthetic, contribute fresh creative ideas, and help shape the future of both The Small Things Co. and our stationery brand, Petite Lemposa.

Working alongside our Event Coordinator & Planner, you'll form a collaborative partnership that blends creativity with planning and logistics. While you'll lead the design, styling and stationery elements of each wedding, the Event Coordinator & Planner will oversee the planning, coordination and operational delivery. Together, you'll create seamless, memorable experiences for our couples while supporting one another throughout the planning process and on the wedding day.

We're looking for someone with an exceptional eye for detail, a perfectionist at heart, and a genuine spirit of excellence. You'll take pride in creating thoughtful, refined designs, believing it's the smallest details that leave the biggest impression. If you're passionate about creating extraordinary weddings, love bringing fresh ideas to life, and thrive in a collaborative, creative environment, we'd love to hear from you.

From initial concepts and mood boards through to on-the-day styling and installation, you'll lead the creative journey for each project, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully designed and beautifully executed.

Key Responsibilities1. Wedding Design & Client Experience

• Lead the creative direction for weddings and events from concept through to execution.
• Meet with clients alongside the Event Coordinator & Planner to understand their wedding vision, style, priorities and overall guest experience.
• Develop bespoke styling concepts, mood boards, design presentations and styling plans.
• Design cohesive wedding experiences that align styling, florals, furniture, décor and stationery.
• Provide styling advice and recommendations that reflect each couple's personality, priorities and budget.
• Assist clients in selecting décor, furniture, linens, candles, signage and styling accessories from our hire collection.

2. Stationery Design

• Design custom wedding stationery, including save the dates, invitations, seating charts, welcome signs, menus, place cards, bar signage and other on-the-day stationery.
• Design fresh semi-custom stationery suites for our Petite Lemposa brand, creating beautiful collections that reflect current design trends while maintaining a cohesive and recognisable brand aesthetic.
• Contribute new product ideas and seasonal stationery collections to continually evolve and expand the Petite Lemposa range.
• Prepare artwork for print and coordinate with external print suppliers where required.
• Ensure all stationery aligns seamlessly with the overall wedding design and visual identity.
• Manage client revisions and production timelines to ensure deadlines are met.

3. Styling & Event Preparation

• Work closely with the Event Coordinator & Planner to ensure styling requirements are integrated into the overall event plan.
• Prepare styling documentation, floor plans, installation notes and packing lists.
• Coordinate styling requirements with internal team members and external suppliers.
• Prepare décor items and stationery for upcoming weddings and events.
• Maintain accurate project files and ensure styling details are communicated clearly across the team.

4. Wedding Day Styling

• Lead the styling and installation of weddings and events at venues across Melbourne and surrounding regions.
• Work alongside the Event Coordinator & Planner on the wedding day to deliver a seamless event experience.
• Set up ceremony and reception spaces according to approved styling plans.
• Style tables, signage, décor, candles, furniture and finishing details with exceptional attention to detail.
• Collaborate with florists, venues, photographers and other suppliers to ensure the creative vision is executed to the highest standard.
• Assist with post-event pack down and the safe return of hire items where required.

5. Creative Leadership

• Drive the creative direction and visual standards of The Small Things Co.'s weddings and the Petite Lemposa stationery brand.
• Contribute fresh styling concepts, seasonal collections and creative inspiration for client projects, marketing campaigns and brand development.
• Stay informed on wedding, interior design, fashion, colour, floral and stationery trends, bringing new ideas and innovation to the business.
• Assist in maintaining showroom displays, styling inventory and presentation standards alongside our hire team.
• Work collaboratively with the Creative Director to evolve and strengthen the creative vision of both brands.

Working Conditions

• Part-time position, averaging 15–20 hours per week.
• Based at our Brunswick studio with flexible hybrid working arrangements by agreement.
• Enjoy flexible work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance, with hours scheduled around client meetings, creative work and event commitments.
• Our wedding season naturally fluctuates throughout the year. During peak periods, additional hours may be required to support weddings and events. We've implemented a Time in Lieu (TOIL) system to recognise this, allowing extra hours worked during busy periods to be taken back during our quieter winter season. This approach provides greater stability, flexibility and a sustainable work-life balance across the year.
• Regular weekend and occasional evening work is required during peak wedding periods.
• On-site work at wedding venues throughout Melbourne and surrounding areas.
• Some lifting, moving décor items and physical event setup is required.

Organisational Relationships

• Reports to the Creative Director who is based in Brisbane, Queensland.
• Works in close partnership with the Event Coordinator & Planner to deliver exceptional weddings and events.
• Collaborates with the styling, hire and operations teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
• Liaises with clients, venues, printers, florists, photographers and other wedding suppliers.
• Represents The Small Things Co. professionally at client meetings and on wedding days.

Why You'll Love Working With Us

At The Small Things Co., we believe the best work happens when talented people are trusted, supported and inspired. This is more than a styling role - it's an opportunity to help shape beautiful celebrations and contribute to the creative direction of two growing brands.

Here's what you can look forward to:

• Creative freedom – Lead the design of unforgettable weddings and create bespoke stationery with the autonomy to bring your ideas to life.
• Make your mark – Play an integral role in shaping the creative direction of both The Small Things Co. and our stationery brand, Petite Lemposa.
• A collaborative team – Work alongside our Creative Director and Event Coordinator & Planner in a supportive environment where creativity, ideas and teamwork are genuinely valued.
• Meaningful work – Design weddings that celebrate each couple's unique story and create experiences they'll remember for a lifetime.
• Variety every week – No two weddings or projects are the same. You'll enjoy a diverse mix of client meetings, creative design, stationery, styling, installations and product development.
• Flexible work arrangements – Enjoy a hybrid work environment, flexible scheduling and a Time in Lieu (TOIL) system that supports work-life balance throughout our seasonal wedding calendar.
• Professional growth – We encourage creativity, innovation and continuous learning, giving you opportunities to expand your skills and contribute fresh ideas across every part of the business.
• A beautiful creative environment – Work from our Brunswick studio surrounded by inspiring projects, styling collections and a team passionate about creating exceptional wedding experiences.
• Celebrate the little things – Join a business that believes the smallest details create the biggest impact and takes pride in delivering thoughtful, refined and unforgettable celebrations.

About You

We're looking for a creative professional who is passionate about exceptional design and takes pride in delivering memorable experiences through thoughtful styling and attention to detail.

Essential Requirements

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• A strong portfolio demonstrating creative and diverse wedding, event styling and/or design projects.
• A strong portfolio showcasing bespoke and semi-custom stationery design.
• A refined eye for colour, composition, typography and visual storytelling.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to quality and excellence.
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a team.
• A flexible schedule, including availability to work weekends and occasional evenings to support weddings and events.
• Ability to safely lift, carry and move event styling items, décor and equipment during event setup and pack down.
• A current Victorian Driver Licence.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You...

• You're passionate about creating beautiful, meaningful wedding experiences.
• You love balancing creativity with organisation and problem-solving.
• You're proactive, self-motivated and enjoy working with a high level of autonomy.
• You're a perfectionist at heart and believe the smallest details create the biggest impact.
• You enjoy working collaboratively in a supportive, creative team where ideas are encouraged and excellence is celebrated.

How to Apply

If you're excited by the opportunity to help create unforgettable wedding experiences and contribute to two growing creative brands, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit your cover letter, CV, and portfolio to:

Paula Christie

Email: hello@thesmallthings.co

Pay: $30.00 – $36.00 per hour

Work Location: In person