Working With Artisan: Your Guide
Welcome to your one-stop-guide to working with Artisan.
We’ll introduce you to our team and walk you through our processes, how to get started, and how we’ll work with you to solve your resourcing needs. Plus, make sure you grab our exclusive Salary & Rate Guide!
Who is Artisan?
Creative, Digital and Marketing Recruitment
Artisan is Australia’s most connected, trusted and committed recruitment agency for creative and digital talent.
What makes us different? We do more than fill roles – we connect businesses with the right people for the right jobs, and we connect Australia’s top creative, digital and marketing talent with the right opportunities. We help both businesses and careers grow.
Whether we’re filling a permanent role, finding you a contractor or connecting you with the country’s best freelancers, we make hiring seamless and stress-free with our transparent and human-first approach, and peerless industry expertise.
We live and thrive in Australia’s creative and digital scene, connecting and leading the community. As a trusted advisor we stay on top of trends in the industry and make sure we are redefining what it means to be recruiters in the creative and digital space every day.
How Artisan Works for You
Why Artisan?
Here’s why we’re the best around
Our speed of service
While the market drags its feet, we can turn jobs around in as little as an hour. No delays, no bottlenecks, just the right people, fast.
The quality of our candidates
We don’t just send resumes, we send proven professionals. Highly skilled creatives, marketers and digital experts who know their craft and can deliver from day one.
Our influence and network
With over 26 years of deep connections in the creative, digital, and marketing industries, we tap into an exclusive talent pool that other recruiters simply can’t reach.
Our longevity
Trends change. Markets shift. Hiring needs evolve. We know what’s coming, and how to respond, because we’ve been here long enough to see it before.
Our trusted advice
Need a second opinion on a candidate? Wondering if your salary offering is competitive? We don’t just recruit, we help you make the smartest hiring decisions.
Our communication and support
From the first conversation to the hire and beyond, we make sure clients and candidates feel supported. We’re always in touch with our candidates, too, so when you need them, they’re ready.
Our flexibility
The future of work is flexible, and so are we. Whether you need an on-site team, remote freelancers or hybrid talent, we have professionals who can work from anywhere.
Our refined processes
Our streamlined systems remove the admin burden from your life, handling contracts, compliance, payroll and onboarding, so you don’t have to.
Our hunger for learning
Industries evolve, and so do we. We up-skill our team to stay ahead of trends, tech, and changing hiring landscapes, ensuring you get the smartest, strategic and future-ready recruitment support.
Our combined experience
With 100+ years of combined experience across our team, we’ve tackled every hiring challenge imaginable – finding niche talent, scaling fast, navigating complex hires with expert precision.
Our Processes
Adding value to your hiring
The Artisan Recruitment Journey
No Commitment, Just Insight
Consultation & Job Brief:
We discuss your needs and provide market insights and a recruitment plan.
Easy Onboarding:
A simple agreement gets us started—no upfront costs.
Job Promotion & Talent Search:
We tap into top-tier talent across our networks.
Screening & Interviews:
Every candidate is assessed and vetted before we present them.
Shortlist & Client Interviews:
You review only the best-matched candidates.
No financial commitment yet!
Offer & Contract Management:
We handle negotiations and agreements, making hiring seamless.
Onboarding Support:
We ensure a smooth transition, reducing hiring risks.
Temporary Placements:
Payroll, invoicing, and weekly check-ins for continued success.
Permanent Placements:
Post-placement check-ins and industry insights to help your new hire thrive.
Job Brief & Market Analysis
- ● Understand client needs, requirements, and ideal candidate profile
- ● Salary benchmarking and competitor research
- ● Define marketing strategy based on job type and urgency
Database Search & Talent Pool Activation
- ● Search our internal database of pre-vetted candidates
- ● Contact previously placed candidates for new opportunities
- ● Reach out to passive candidates already in our network
Job Alerts & Email Newsletters
- ● Targeted job alerts sent to relevant candidates
- ● Featured roles in industry-specific newsletters
- ● Personalised outreach to high-potential talent
Social Media & Community Engagement
- ● Job posts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and industry-specific forums
- ● Engaging content to attract candidates (insights, career tips, trends)
- ● Targeted LinkedIn outreach and direct messaging
Job Board Advertising & SEO Optimisation
- ● Premium Posting on major job boards (Seek, LinkedIn, Artisan)
- ● Optimising job descriptions for better visibility in search results
- ● Sponsored posts and paid job promotions where necessary
Resourcer Team Candidate Screening
- ● Reviewing applications, resumes, and portfolios
- ● Conducting initial phone screenings and suitability checks
- ● Flagging top talent for internal recruiter interviews
Internal Interviews & Candidate Assessment
- ● In-depth interviews to assess skills, experience, and cultural fit
- ● Reviewing portfolios and past work samples
- ● Understanding career goals and motivations for better matches
Referencing & Background Checks
- ● Verifying employment history and performance with past employers
- ● Checking qualifications, certifications, and industry requirements
- ● Ensuring reliability and credibility before presenting to the client
Roles We Hire
If you’re looking for experts, we have them
Account Services (see all)
Account Director
Account Executive
Account Manager
Client Service Director
Group Account Director
New Business
Producer
Senior Account Manager
Developers (see all)
API Developer
Back End Developer
CMS Specialist
Front End Developer
Full Stack Developer
Lead Developer
Mobile Developer
Tester
Production (see all)
Creative Art Worker
Creative Service Manager
Desktop Publisher
Finished Artist
Packaging Finished Artist
Pre Press Operator
Production Coordinator
Production Manager
Retoucher
Studio Coordinator
Studio Manager
Traffic Manager
Copywriting (see all)
Bid Manager
Copywriter
Editor
Journalist
Proofreader
Sub Editor
Technical Writer
Tender Writer
Digital (see all)
3D Animator
3D Modeler
3D Renderer
Animator
App Designer
App Developer
Business Analyst
Data Analyst
Digital Designer
Digital Marketing
Digital Producer
Game Developer
Motion Graphics Designer
Product Designer
Project Manager
Service Designer
Social Media Manager
Technical Lead
Transformation Specialist
UI Designer
UX Designer
UX Lead
UX Researcher
Video Editor
Videographer
Web Content Manager
Web Designer
Strategy (see all)
Brand Strategist
Communications Strategist
Digital Strategist
Wayfinding Strategist
Quantitative Research
Creative and Design (see all)
3D Industrial Artist
3D Modeler
Art Director
Creative Director
Design Director
Exhibition Designer
Graphic Designer
Illustrator
Industrial Designer
Mechanical Engineer
Packaging Designer
Point of Sale Designer
Structural Designer
Photographer
Photography Stylist
Production Assistant
Apparel Designer
Textile Designer
CAD Operator
Documenter
Marketing (see all)
Brand Manager
Campaign Manager
Digital Marketing
Marketing Coordinator
Marketing Manager
Media Buyer / Planner
Media Manager
SEO Manangers
Public Relations Manager
Visual Merchandiser
Business and Admin (see all)
Administrator
CRM Administrator
Personal Assistant
Receptionist
General Manager
Meet your Artisan team
Our senior consultants bring 100 years of combined experience, backed by a candidate care team that finds top talent fast.
Our marketing maestro ensures your job reaches the best candidates, while our finance and payroll team keeps everything flowing seamlessly. Led by a forward-thinking, value-driven founder, we combine industry expertise with genuine care, so you’re never just filling a role, you’re building a stronger team with the best in the business.
Getting set
We know time is money, so we keep the setup simple
Effortless onboarding: here’s how we’ll set our collaboration in motion
Let’s go!
Ready to find your perfect hire? Get in touch with me by making an appointment below, email or call. We’re always ready.
How to contact me:
Sean Varian
E: sean@artisan.com.au
MEL: (03) 9514 1000
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Testimonials
Don’t take it from us – here’s what our clients have said about working with Artisan
Impress
AGL
Government Agency
Helium Design
Penguin Random House Australia
Experiential Design Company
Our values
At Artisan, our values are not just lip service, it’s how we work, and how we live our work
We lead and champion the creative community, driving innovation, thought leadership, and active engagement.
We provide tailored, solution-focused recruitment that delivers real value, turning challenges into opportunities for the best outcomes.
We follow a proven, methodical process with rigorous systems and industry expertise to deliver the best results.
We combine commercial acumen with entrepreneurial passion to provide informed, strategic advice that drives business success.
We’re honest, upfront, and transparent—trusted to walk the talk in everything we do.
We value respect, reciprocity, and genuine care—always listening, considering, and treating others with kindness and heart.