Print & Graphic Designer (Clothing)

JoJo Maman Bébé; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Print & Graphic Designer to contribute to a vibrant team. In this exciting role, you will design imaginative prints and graphics for children'swear and maternity ranges, collaborating closely with various departments to ensure commercial success. You will mentor junior designers, manage timelines, and build relationships with suppliers, all while adhering to safety standards. Join a company committed to creativity and community, where your contributions will help shape joyful products for children and foster a culture of inclusivity and sustainability.

Benefits

Hybrid working

Flexible hours

Additional annual leave

Birthday leave

Holiday buying scheme

Non-contractual bonus scheme

Enhanced pension scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Financial wellbeing app

40% discount on products

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a designer role with a focus on prints and graphics.
• Ability to design across various product categories effectively.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative prints for children'swear and maternity clothing.
• Mentor junior team members and manage critical path deadlines.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Problem-solving

Communication Skills

Team Management

Graphic Design

Job description

Your role in the JoJo story…

Do you dream of a role where you can make meaningful contributions that finish in days well spent? If you’re ready to begin a fabulous adventure and are passionate about designing innovative and imaginative prints and graphics, we have the perfect role for you.

At JoJo, we’re on the lookout for a Print & Graphic Designer.

You will be working under the guidance of your line manager. This role is responsible for the research, development, and design of a wide range of innovative and imaginative prints and graphics for multiple product areas across children'swear and maternity clothing.

You will work closely with buying and heads of department to ensure the range is commercially balanced, driving newness and protecting core products. Managing critical path deadlines, ensuring personal and team targets are met.

A peek into your daily adventures

• Design and develop new and innovative prints and graphics across various product areas, including children'swear clothing, accessories, and maternity ranges.
• Build strong working relationships with the wider team, including buyers and department heads, participating in range analysis, reviewing successes and failures, and developing the ranges accordingly.
• Mentor junior team members, assisting with their development and time management.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of print repeats, graphic design, colour balance, and commercial print handwriting, while being aware of costing limitations and problem-solving within these areas.
• Work closely with international factories, managing timelines to meet critical path dates, problem-solving as needed, and ensuring timely feedback.
• Collaborate with technologists to ensure children’swear safety standards are met.
• Prepare detailed artwork packs.
• Manage the design critical path and support development and production timelines to meet business deadlines.
• Build relationships with suppliers, understanding their strengths and weaknesses, working with the buying team on sourcing strategies to minimize risk, and onboarding new suppliers.
• Understand the construction of intricate embroideries and complex applique techniques.
• Present the range to line managers and the wider business as required.
• Be aware of copyright laws and protections.

Skills that make you shine:

• Minimum 5+ years in a similar designer role.
• Ability to design across multiple product categories effectively.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Proven track record of designing high-quality prints and graphics aligned with brand identity.
• Strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships with internal colleagues and external vendors.
• Deep knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.
• Experience managing junior team members.

Our culture and expectations:

• Be a brand ambassador, safeguarding our values and ethos.
• Demonstrate honesty and respect in all interactions.
• Foster collaboration and active listening.
• Take ownership of your role.
• Be an effective problem solver.

Perks and Benefits:

• Hybrid working - up to 3 days in our Battersea office, located near Battersea Power Station and Battersea Park Station.
• Flexible start and finish times, with core hours between 10:00 and 16:30.
• Additional annual leave for each year of service, up to 38 days.
• Birthday leave.
• Holiday buying scheme.
• Non-contractual bonus scheme.
• Enhanced pension scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Financial wellbeing app for wage access.
• Saving schemes and family leave enhancements.
• Flexible work options.
• Social events and employee recognition programs.
• Volunteer days and wellbeing initiatives.
• Sight test and glasses contribution (T&Cs apply).
• 40% discount on JoJo branded products.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Dog-friendly offices.

About JoJo

We create joyful clothes and products that encourage children to be children—silly, messy, adventurous, noisy, and imaginative. Beyond products, we foster a community-centric environment, with over 50 locations in the UK and Ireland, and a thriving e-commerce platform. As a B Corp, we are committed to sustainability, responsibility, and diversity, aiming to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.