Menswear Designer

Universal Store; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discounts

Hybrid work

Parental leave

Learning & development

Wellbeing initiatives

Social events

Job summary

Universal Store seeks a Menswear Designer to shape our private label collections, from trend forecasting to final production. Based at our Eagle Farm Office with hybrid options, you will influence design across youth fashion, collaborating with design, buying and production teams.

You bring strong graphic and print design skills, experience in menswear or product design, and proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop.

Qualifications

• Experience as Fashion Designer or Menswear Designer in a retail or youth fashion setting.
• Strong understanding of youth fashion and trend drivers.
• Proven ability to translate inspiration into commercially viable products.

Responsibilities

• Identifying emerging fashion, streetwear and cultural trends that will inspire future collections.
• Designing commercially relevant menswear product that reflects our brand DNA and resonates with the Universal Store customer.
• Creating original graphics, prints, washes and design concepts that bring seasonal stories to life.
• Translating trend insights, customer behaviour and market opportunities into compelling product ranges.
• Driving the design process from concept through to production, ensuring product is delivered to a high standard of fit, quality and execution.
• Collaborating closely with Buying, Planning and Production teams to build balanced and commercially successful collections.
• Conducting garment fittings and sample reviews to continually refine product, fit and construction.
• Partnering with local and international suppliers to source fabrics, develop product innovations and achieve the best possible outcomes.
• Exploring new categories, silhouettes and product opportunities that strengthen our private label brands.
• Staying connected to global fashion movements through trend forecasting, market research, sourcing opportunities and industry inspiration

Skills

Fashion design

Menswear expertise

Trend forecasting

Graphic design

Creative concepting

Education

Fashion design degree

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Job description

Universal Store

From our humble beginnings as a suburban unisex clothing store in 1999, we've grown to more than 100 stores nationally and now deliver the latest in apparel to customers around the world through our thriving online store. Our team carefully curates a mix of local and international labels, working collaboratively to develop exclusive styles and collections that give our customers head to toe outfitting options for every occasion.

Today, we're proud to be recognised as one of Australia's leading youth fashion retailers. We've built and grew brands such as Neovision, Common Need, Luck & Trouble, and Worship, and we continue to partner with global favourites including Front Runner, Abrand, Rusty, Lioness, Motel.

As our business has expanded, we've welcomed the Perfect Stranger and Thrills brands into our portfolio, allowing us to offer an even broader range of fits, styles and pieces that reflect the diversity of our customer base.

No matter the style, our mission remains the same: elevate every outfit and deliver customer service that goes above and beyond.

The Opportunity

Are you constantly saving inspiration, spotting trends before they hit the mainstream and thinking about what customers will want to wear next? We're looking for a passionate and forward-thinking Menswear Designer to join our Product Team and help shape the future of our private label brands.

Reporting to the Head of Private Brand Design and based at our Eagle Farm Support Office, you'll play a key role in creating product that connects with our customer and stands out in the youth fashion market. From trend forecasting and concept development through to print design, garment fittings and final product execution, you'll have the opportunity to influence every stage of the design journey.

This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives on turning ideas into product, has a genuine passion for youth culture and fashion, and understands how to balance creativity with commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifying emerging fashion, streetwear and cultural trends that will inspire future collections and keep our brands ahead of the curve
• Designing commercially relevant menswear product that reflects our brand DNA and resonates with the Universal Store customer
• Creating original graphics, prints, washes and design concepts that bring seasonal stories to life
• Translating trend insights, customer behaviour and market opportunities into compelling product ranges
• Driving the design process from concept through to production, ensuring product is delivered to a high standard of fit, quality and execution
• Collaborating closely with Buying, Planning and Production teams to build balanced and commercially successful collections
• Conducting garment fittings and sample reviews to continually refine product, fit and construction
• Partnering with local and international suppliers to source fabrics, develop product innovations and achieve the best possible outcomes
• Exploring new categories, silhouettes and product opportunities that strengthen our private label brands
• Staying connected to global fashion movements through trend forecasting, market research, sourcing opportunities and industry inspiration

About You

You're all about fashion, youth culture and great product. You have a strong creative eye, a commercial mindset and a natural ability to translate inspiration into product customers genuinely want to wear.

You love the idea of seeing your designs come to life, from the first concept sketch through to landing in-store and online.

You'll Bring

• Experience in a Fashion Designer, Menswear Designer or Product Designer role within apparel, streetwear, youth fashion or a fast-paced retail environment
• A strong understanding of the youth fashion landscape and the trends, brands and cultural influences shaping today's customer
• Proven experience developing commercially successful product across multiple categories
• Strong graphic and print design capabilities, with experience creating original artwork, placements and seasonal concepts
• Advanced Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills
• A solid understanding of garment construction, fit, fabrication and product development processes
• The ability to identify emerging trends and translate them into relevant and commercially viable product
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to build effective relationships across Design, Buying, Production and supplier networks
• A proactive and curious mindset, always looking for new ideas, opportunities and creative inspiration
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and critical deadlines
• Tertiary qualifications in Fashion Design, Textiles or a related discipline will be highly regarded

What We Offer

• A vibrant, collaborative workplace culture with a supportive and growth driven leadership team
• Exclusive staff discounts across our brands, plus access to partner deals and offers through Flare
• Free on-site parking and generous facilities at our modern, purpose-built Support Office located in Eagle Farm
• Learning & Development opportunities - Grow your career with us!
• Hybrid working arrangements with flexibility to work from home
• Salary sacrificing and novated leasing options
• Company paid parental leave
• Wellbeing support through Sonder and regular wellness initiatives
• Regular social events and team activities

Our Values

• Care for Everyone
• Here to Help
• Make it Work
• Better Than Good
• Contribute