Who are we?
At Target, we deliver quality products at prices the whole family will love for longer. We're home to quality pieces, made for you and your life. With our iconic logo, we are one of the most renowned Australian retail brands and have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families for almost 100 years. We're immensely proud of our history and are looking for people to join us who are as excited by our future as we are.
What will you do?
In this role you will be a Graphic Designer – Womens Apparel, working collaboratively with key stakeholders to offer a professional and creative textiles graphics service to Target, designing commercial artwork representative of key trends in all apparel functions to drive sales and profitability.
We would love to see your creative flair; a portfolio of your work is required to be attached to your application.
Responsibilities
* Inspire the Textiles graphics function (both internal and external resources) to deliver graphics that are on trend and in line with the overall direction of the business.
* Work collaboratively with the Design Manager, POV & Trend and key stakeholders to create and design commercial placement and yardage graphics.
* Conduct ongoing market research to identify and drive graphics trends through pushing designs, colour, style and printing techniques.
* Take responsibility of responding to design briefs with commercial, innovative and inspiring graphics and concepts.
* Manage multiple deadlines to deliver print direction and artwork for each quarter, in line with critical path.
* Support the delivery of trend presentations to sell designs to key stakeholders.
Trend Forecasting
* Identify, interpret and implement graphic trends using global trends and markets to add value through graphic design and sales in line with Target's 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 forecast 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 and style.
Ranging
* Interpret range architecture to create commercial, customer focused, coordinated artwork across ranges that best reflect Target's handwriting and taste level.
* Develop a range of graphics that align with our product lines and brand identity.
What are we looking for?
* 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 womenswear, childrenswear, menswear.
* Effective time management and ability to plan and prioritise with the O/S team to create volume ranges.
* Ability to work confidently and autonomously with key stakeholders in merchandise and design.
* Highly proficient in Illustrator and Photoshop and ability to create accurate graphic art.
* Transferable skills with 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.
Benefits We'll Offer
* Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
* Access to our team member discount program across our company network, including Target, Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
* A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Target and Kmart on eligible products.
* Access to our benefits program, entitling you to exclusive discounts and benefits in entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health, with over 60 suppliers.
* An opportunity for eligible team members to participate in a bonus program.
* Free onsite parking when required to come into the office.
* We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support through our partnership with Circle In for 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.
* Kudos recognition program: nominated by peers to spin a wheel and win prizes.
* Opportunities to purchase shares in Wesfarmers via salary sacrifice.
* Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group.
A place you can belong
We celebrate the rich diversity of the communities in which we operate. We are committed to creating inclusive and safe environments where all our team members can contribute and succeed. We believe that all team members should feel valued, respected, and safe, and we strive to ensure our recruitment process is accessible and welcoming, with applications encouraged from all candidates. We encourage you to tell us about any workplace adjustments you would like by emailing .
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