Graphic Designer - Apparel / Soft Home

Target Corp.; Australia; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work

Team member discount

OnePass free delivery

Benefits program discounts

Bonus program

Free onsite parking

Parental leave support

Mentor program

Kudos rewards

Share purchase program

Career opportunities

Job summary

Target Australia Pty. Ltd. is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to craft commercial, customer-focused graphics that reflect our brand handwriting for apparel.

You’ll collaborate with fellow designers to develop coordinated graphics across our product ranges and contribute to growing incremental sales. In this hybrid role, you’ll forecast trends, range graphics, and develop product artwork that resonates with customers.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Graphic Designer in apparel design, including garment drawings and placements.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong visual storytelling and breadth of work.
• Good communication with design, merchandise and other stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Trend forecasting and applying global trends to design to support Target handwriting.
• Develop range graphics that align with brand identity across product lines.
• Collaborate with design team and overseas designers to coordinate commercial outcomes.
• Create print artwork and graphics that resonate with customers and stand out in the market.

Skills

5+ years experience

Portfolio strong

Stakeholder communication

Education

Graphic Design, Surface Pattern, Illustration degree

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

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 for almost 100 years, we have held a special place in the hearts and minds of Australian families.
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.

As a Graphic Designer, you will play a crucial role in creating commercial, customer-focused graphics that reflect our brand’s unique handwriting. You will collaborate closely with fellow designers, bringing your tasteful aesthetics and keen eye for trends to develop coordinated graphics for our product ranges. Your work will directly contribute to growing incremental sales and enhancing our product offerings.

As a collaborative, passionate, and driven print and Graphic Designeryou will have the exciting opportunity to work within one of Australia’s largest retail businesses, partnering closely with our talented Design team. In this role, you will create impactful and memorable products that resonate with our customers. Your contributions will be vital in developing commercial, customer-focused graphics that embody our brand’s unique handwriting.

By leveraging your keen eye for trends and tasteful aesthetics, you’ll collaborate with fellow designers to produce coordinated graphics for our diverse product ranges. Your work will not only enhance our offerings but also play a significant role in driving incremental sales, making a real difference in our customers’ lives.

We would love to see your creative flair and a PORTFOLIO of your WORKS is required to be attached to your application.

What you’ll be doing

As the Graphic Designer in working for Target 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 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/style.

Ranging

• Have the ability to interpret range architecture to create commercial, customer focused, co-ordinated 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.
• 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 Target’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 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
• Highly proficient in illustrator and photoshop as well as the 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
• 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 mange artwork production with O/S team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks

Benefits we’ll offer

• Flexible hybrid working options through our Flex Where, Flex When, Flex Well policy.
• Access to our team member discount program which can be used across our company network, including Target, Kmart, Bunnings, and Officeworks.
• A free OnePass membership offering free delivery across Target and Kmart on eligible product.
• Access to our benefits program, which entitles you to exclusive discounts and benefits in the areas of entertainment, travel, lifestyle, and health, with over 60 suppliers.
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work, that's why there is opportunity for eligible team members to participate in a bonus program.
• Free onsite parking when you’re required to come into the office.
• We offer inclusive parental leave and ongoing support 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.
• Kudos recognition program, where you are nominated by your peers to spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes.
• Wesfarmers is Kmart and Target’s parent company, and each year, eligible employees can elect to purchase shares through a salary sacrifice arrangement.
• 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 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 that you would like by emailing [e-mail].