As Australia and New Zealand's biggest and most loved retailer, we’ve been brightening up everyday life for families for over 50 years. Our diverse and inclusive 47,000 strong team come together for a common cause: giving families easy access to our on-trend products and incredibly low prices – it’s the heart of everything we do.
As a collaborative, passionate & driven print & graphic designer, you will work hand-in-hand with our wonderful Design team to create fantastic products that bring memorable moments into our customers' lives. This is an exciting opportunity to design desirable & on-trend print artwork and really have an impact!
Join the team
As the Graphic Designer in Apparel working for Kmart you will:
Trend Forecasting
* Identify, interpret and implement graphic trends using global trends and markets to add value through graphic design and sales in line with Kmart ‘handwriting.’
* Visually articulate and effectively communicate the graphic direction for the season and stay ahead of fashion trends to ensure our designs are always current and desirable.
* Present graphic trend forecasts effectively to a target audience including evidence to support this trend.
* Maintain strong aesthetic taste and have an eye for the next commercial volume graphic trend/direction/style.
Ranging
* Have the ability to interpret range architecture to create commercial, customer-focused, coordinated artwork across ranges that best reflect Kmart’s handwriting and taste level.
* Develop a range of graphics that align with our product lines and brand identity.
* Brief and provide support for overseas graphic designers and ensure coordination for commercial graphic outcomes.
Product Development
* Create desirable graphics to be applied to products - in line with Kmart’s ‘handwriting’ that are unique to the external market.
* Work hand-in-hand with the Design Team to create print artwork that resonates with our customers and stands out in the market.
* A thorough understanding of product materials and construction.
To be successful in this role you’ll have:
* 5 + years’ experience as a Graphic Designer in apparel design including garment drawings, textile yardages and placements.
* Graphic Design, Surface Pattern, Illustration design degree or similar.
* Experience in apparel graphic design for menswear, womenswear or children’s wear is preferable.
* Effective time management of workload and ability to plan and prioritise with O/S team to effectively create volume ranges – one handwriting.
* Ability to work confidently, and autonomously with key stakeholders in merchandise and design/ including KAS design.
* Highly proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop as well as the ability to create accurate graphic art.
* Transferable skills with the ability to adapt to product types (shape, material, application etc).
* High level of aesthetic taste displayed in relation to colour, composition, materials, coordination and execution.
* Ability to develop product that is appealing to the target customer and a good level of influencing skills with merchandise, designer and KAS designer.
* Able to interpret graphic requirements and delegate and manage artwork production with O/S team.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
Benefits we’ll offer you:
* Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
* A team member discount card that gives you a discount at Kmart and Bunnings.
* Access to the Kmart for You benefits program which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health – with over 60 suppliers!
* Opportunity to participate in a bonus program.
* Inclusive parental leave, and ongoing support offered through our partnership with Circle In for team members of all backgrounds and family circumstances.
* A dynamic learning and support program.
* Opportunity to fast track your career through our Mentor Program as a Mentee or Mentor.
* A Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to win a stack of cool prizes.
* Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
We’re here to make everyday living brighter
From humble beginnings in Burwood East, Victoria, in 1969, we’re now an essential part of 300 communities. We’re designing and creating the products people reach for every day. From the remote outback to coastal towns and big cities, we’re progressive in our pursuit to create seamless customer journeys for satisfied shoppers.
A place you can belong
At Kmart, we celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate and are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We encourage applications from all candidates.
If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!
We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.
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