Location:
Chadstone, VIC, AU
Category: Merchandise & Marketing
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
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.
Join the Team
At Target we’ve been part of Australian families for over 100 years bringing joy, creativity and everyday style to life. Alongside Target, our 50,000+ strong global team designs products that reach millions of customers every week.
We’re on the lookout for a Graphic Designer – Childrenswear to join our creative design team , someone who lives for playful prints, bold ideas and storytelling through design.
This role is critical to delivering the department’s graphic product across multiple childrenswear categories . You’ll continue a strong legacy of providing dedicated creative support—ensuring graphics are developed to the highest standard, aligned with customer, brand and commercial goals, and delivered on time. Your work will help maintain consistency, quality and momentum across every range.
What will you do?
You’ll collaborate closely with the Head of Design, Trend and key stakeholders to create fun, commercial and trend-led graphics that kids love and families trust.
Creative & Trend Direction
Identify, interpret and translate global trends into exciting, wearable kidswear graphics
Develop and present seasonal trend directions with clear storytelling and supporting research
Maintain a strong aesthetic and eye for commercial, high-volume opportunities
Design & Product Development
Create placement and yardage prints aligned to Target’s unique handwriting
Design graphics that are innovative, playful and commercially viable
Apply strong knowledge of product, fabrics and print techniques
Ensure all artwork meets IP and copyright standards with accurate documentation
Ranging & Delivery
Design across multiple categories to create cohesive, coordinated ranges
Respond to briefs with high-quality, on-brand concepts that drive sales
Manage multiple deadlines and deliver artwork in line with critical path timelines
Support offshore teams to ensure seamless execution and consistency
Collaboration & Influence
Partner with Buyers, Planners and Design teams to bring concepts to life
Present ideas confidently and contribute to trend and design direction
Support and uplift team capability, including mentoring junior designers
Maintain and manage the print library for accessibility and efficiency
What are we looking for?
We’re searching for a creative thinker with a commercial mindset and a love for designing for kids.
Experience & Skills
5+ years’ experience in apparel graphic design (kidswear highly regarded)
A degree in Graphic Design, Textile Design, Fashion or similar
Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
Proven ability to create commercial, customer-focused designs that sell
Experience working in a fast-paced retail environment
Strengths & Capabilities
Strong understanding of customer needs and market trends
Ability to interpret trends commercially and translate into product
High attention to detail with strong print execution knowledge
Confidence working cross-functionally with multiple stakeholders
Ability to manage conflicting priorities and deadlines
Clear communicator with strong presentation skills
Resilient, adaptable and thrives in a dynamic environment
Why you’ll love it here
At Target, your designs won’t just stay on a screen they’ll be worn on first days of school, weekend adventures and everything in between.
You’ll be part of a team that values creativity, collaboration and impact where your ideas help shape products that bring smiles to millions of kids every day.
Please attach your portfolio we can’t wait to see your creativity come to life!
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
[email protected] .
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