Graphic Designer

Petra Brands; Remote; ZAR 957 000 - 1 277 000; Full time

Job summary

A creative company specializing in consumer products is looking for a detail-oriented Product Designer to join its team specializing in innovative party goods. The role involves designing new products, coordinating with various teams, and ensuring that all designs meet quality standards. Candidates should have a relevant degree and 2–4 years of experience in product design. A strong proficiency in Adobe tools is essential. This position offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of experience in retail or private label product design.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and organized, able to manage multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new product concepts and packaging.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure timely product delivery.
• Stay updated on trends in party goods and gifting.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

3D design tools

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Product Design or related field

Job description

Company: Petra Brands

Location: Remote

Brand: House of Party

Position Type: Full-Time

About Petra Brands:

Petra Brands is a dynamic and innovative company that encompasses a diverse range of brands, including House of Party, Fomin, EveryMood and Roofus Pet. We specialize in creating unique and compelling consumer packaged goods (CPG) in the beauty, personal care, and lifestyle sectors. Our mission is to deliver exceptional products that evoke emotion, memories, and a sense of place through captivating brand identities and packaging.

About The Role:

We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Product Designer to join House of Party (HOP) — one of the brands under Petra Brands — specializing in innovative and trend-driven party and craft products.

The Product Designer will play a key role in designing and developing new product concepts, packaging, and seasonal collections that reflect the brand’s fun, celebratory, and modern aesthetic. Working closely with the Head of Creatives, this role supports the full product development cycle from ideation to production, ensuring that each product is retail-ready, visually compelling, and aligned with market trends

Key Responsibilities

1. Product Concept & Design
   • Support in the creation and delivery of biannual retail product catalogs.
   • Track progress of product subcategories (e.g., for Pixel Pop, Muddies, Threadies, etc.), ensuring deadlines for SKU definition, pricing, packaging, and samples are met.
   • Coordinate with design, sourcing, and marketing teams to ensure all product materials and visuals are ready for internal and retail presentations.
2. Collaboration & Execution
   • Work closely with the Head of Creatives, Sourcing, and Private Label teams to align on design direction, materials, and production feasibility.
   • Collaborate with manufacturers to ensure designs meet quality, material, and cost standards.
   • Review samples and provide design feedback during pre-production.
3. Brand & Aesthetic Consistency
   • Ensure product and packaging designs align with brand guidelines and seasonal themes.
   • Support the development of cohesive product collections that align with broader campaign or retail strategies.
4. Research & Trend Analysis
   • Stay updated with retail and design trends within the party goods, gifting, and lifestyle categories.
   • Benchmark competitor products and propose improvements or innovation opportunities.
5. Documentation & Handoffs
   • Prepare detailed design specs, product renders, and print-ready files for supplier handoff.
   • Maintain organized design records, templates, and version control for ongoing projects.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in retail or private label product design, preferably within party products, packaging, gifting, or seasonal goods.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; familiarity with 3D or mockup tools (e.g., Blender, SolidWorks, Keyshot) is a plus.
• Good understanding of materials, print processes, dielines, and packaging mechanics.
• Ability to balance creative thinking with practical design execution.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills — ability to collaborate with creatives, sourcing, and marketing teams effectively.
• Interest in seasonal trends (Christmas, Halloween, Birthdays, etc.) relevant to the party industry.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team.
• Creative and collaborative work environment.
• Professional development opportunities and career growth.

Petra Brands is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.