Senior Digital & Graphic Artist

Kmart Group; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Digital and Graphic Artist to mentor a small team and develop campaign assets across multiple media channels. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in a marketing studio, strong leadership skills, and proficiency in design software. This role offers flexible hybrid working options and numerous employee benefits, including discounts and career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible hybrid working options

Team member discount card

Exclusive discounts and benefits program

Bonus program

Inclusive parental leave

Dynamic learning and support program

Mentor Program

Kudos recognition program

Career opportunities within Wesfarmers Group

Qualifications

• 7+ years' experience in a marketing studio or Advertising Agency.
• Experience in leading a team of Digital and Graphic artists.
• High level of attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a small graphic artist team.
• Ensure quality of team deliverables meet specifications.
• Manage internal studio workflow and project timelines.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Design or Graphic Arts

Tools

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Brighter Futures Start Here

We are an inclusive team who power two of the most iconic and loved brands, Kmart and Target. We have more than 50,000 passionate individuals across our stores, distribution centres, and offices around the globe. With our brands touching the lives of almost two million customers every week, you’ll feel the impact of the work you’ll do every day. As a leader in the retail market, we’re optimistic about our future and yours. We’re changing at a rapid rate, giving you challenging work that you’ll be proud of.

We’re excited to share that our team will be moving to our new Chadstone office in early 2026! This will be a space that brings us together — inspiring creativity, collaboration, and connection as we embark on this exciting new chapter.

Join the team

We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Digital and Graphic Artist to mentor a small team of graphic artists within our studio operations. The team develops campaign assets across all media channels, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and Kmart creative direction. This role is responsible for executing static and video design deliverables while overseeing the creation of content by the team. This role must have a keen eye for detail, uphold best practice, work efficiently under pressure to established process and timelines, without compromising quality.

Advanced knowledge of design software and keeping up with emerging trends is essential to produce omni channel assets across printed POS, digital and print catalogues, social media content, eDMs, digital display. This role is ideal for someone who not only exceeds at being on the tools but also thrives in mentoring and managing a team with empathy. You’ll be fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement through regular 1:1’s that support performance and growth.

What you’ll be doing

• Lead and develop a small high-performing graphic artist team, focusing on continuous skill development with the latest design technology, software, and tools for all marketing assets and content.
• Oversee the quality and accuracy of your team’s final deliverables, ensuring files provided to external suppliers meet technical specifications and output requirements.
• Support the Marketing Delivery Manager by managing internal studio workflow, allocating tasks, overseeing project timelines, and securing stakeholder approvals to ensure timely and accurate delivery.
• Create both static and animated marketing assets across multiple digital channels, produce video content, and mentor graphic artists on best practices for video production.
• Design and develop layouts and templates in Figma for digital campaign assets and eDM rollouts.
• Maintain consistency and alignment within the department by enforcing best practices in design software and processes.

To be successful in this role you’ll have

• 7+ years’ experience in a marketing studio or Advertising Agency production environment
• Experience in building and leading a team of Digital and Graphic artists for the creation of artwork and content across digital and print
• High level of attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to lead and be a key figure in a team with diverse background, experience and skills
• Strong organisation skills and ability to plan and prioritise
• Advanced working knowledge of Figma, Adobe Creative Suite (Indesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier Pro and After Effects), and Microsoft Office Suite
• Diploma or Degree in Design or Graphic Arts is highly regarded

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, Target, Officeworks 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!
• We want you to feel rewarded for your commitment and hard work that's why eligible team members get the opportunity to participate in a bonus program
• We offer 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 spin a wheel, to win a stack of cool prizes
• Great career opportunities across the broader Wesfarmers Group

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].

If you would like to explore a career with Kmart and this sounds like the perfect role for you – apply now!