About Rip Curl
Founded in Torquay in 1969, Rip Curl is The Ultimate Surfing Company, born from a relentless pursuit for waves, adventure, and freedom, called ‘The Search’. Today, The Search continues to inspire all that we do, from the products we make, the events we run, the athletes we support, and the values we strive to uphold. Built by surfers, for surfers, Rip Curl is a global company that has been leading the surf industry for over 50 years. As a certified B Corp, we aim to prioritise people and planet in everything we do. The Search is calling… apply today and become part of The Ultimate Surfing company.
About the Role
We’re on the hunt for a passionate Graphic Designer to join our Women’s Product Crew at Rip Curl .
Reporting to the Art Director - Women's Apparel, you’ll help shape the look and feel of our women’s apparel and accessories — from bold placement graphics to eye‑catching prints and trims. If bringing seasonal collections to life with colour, energy, and that signature Rip Curl vibe gets you amped, you’re in the right spot.
You’ll be based in Torquay, as part of our dedicated Women’s Art Hub, collaborating closely with Product Development, Design, and Marketing to make sure every piece we create feels cohesive, fresh, and fit for purpose.
Your Day-to-Day
* Team up with the Head of Product and Head of Design to bring the Women’s strategy to life.
* Dream up and execute placement graphics, artworks, and trims that elevate both the product and the brand.
* Help shape seasonal direction — trends, prints, colours, silhouettes — all with a Rip Curl twist.
* Make sure your graphic work supports customer needs and fits perfectly within our range architecture.
* Work hands‑on with Product Developers and suppliers to deliver quality, consistency, and innovation.
* Champion sustainability through considered design and smarter material choices.
* Keep our brand identity strong, unified, and unmistakably Rip Curl across the women’s range.
What You Bring
* Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills.
* Killer illustration and graphic design talent.
* A solid understanding of product design and development.
* Ability to juggle multiple projects and nail deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
* A deep feel for fashion, youth culture, and that unique surf DNA.
* Knowledge of garment construction, trims, and fabrication.
* A collaborative approach and clear, confident communication.
* Most importantly — a genuine passion for Rip Curl, the lifestyle, and the Search.
Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging at KMD Brands
At KMD Brands, we believe that diversity makes us stronger. We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to be themselves.
We celebrate the unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people — across age, gender, identity, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, and physical and mental ability. We know that when our team reflects the communities we serve, we create better outcomes for everyone.
We proudly acknowledge and pay respect to Tangata Whenua, the Indigenous Nations, First Peoples, and Custodians of the lands and waterways on which our brand head offices reside in Aotearoa New Zealand, Australia and the United States. Their enduring connection to land, waters, and culture continues to inspire and guide us.
Click APPLY and join us on The Search.
Join us in shaping a workplace where everyone belongs.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.