Store Specialist: Visuals

Job Advert Summary

Join Woolworths as a Store Specialist:Visuals based in Hermanus, Western Cape, Somerset West, and bring your creative vision to life within our dynamic Fashion, Beauty, and Home business unit. In this role, you will play a key part in crafting visually stunning designs that resonate with our diverse customer base, support brand consistency, and elevate our product offerings. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop compelling marketing materials, packaging designs, and digital content that drive customer engagement and sales. Woolworths offers a vibrant, inclusive workplace culture dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and professional growth.

As a leading retailer, we value creativity and provide opportunities to work on exciting projects that make a real impact. If you are a passionate designer eager to advance your career while contributing to a forward-thinking brand, apply now to join Woolworths and shape the future of retail design.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related discipline.
• 1 to 5 years of professional experience in graphic design, preferably in Menswear, Ladieswear, Kidswear, or Lingerie categories.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Strong grasp of graphic design principles such as layout, typography, color theory, and brand identity.
• Experience designing for both digital and print media, with solid knowledge of print production processes and specifications.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct market and trend analysis, incorporating global and local influences into commercially viable design concepts.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively articulate ideas and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven creativity and innovation in visual design with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Adaptability, teamwork, and a passion for retail and merchandising, capable of influencing stakeholder decisions.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop innovative and visually engaging graphic designs for fashion, beauty, and home product ranges that consistently align with Woolworths' brand values and identity.
• Conduct comprehensive trend and market research to inform design concepts that meet customer preferences and drive commercial success.
• Collaborate effectively with buying, marketing, and product development teams to produce cohesive seasonal campaign visuals that support brand messaging.
• Create precise sketches, placement prints, and all-over patterns that adhere to production schedules and technical requirements.
• Ensure all designs comply with print production standards and quality criteria for both digital and physical media formats.
• Maintain clear communication across cross-functional teams to facilitate project alignment and timely delivery.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising artistic quality and detail.
• Incorporate feedback and industry insights to adapt designs in response to evolving market trends and customer needs.
• Apply rigorous attention to detail in formatting, sizing, and color accuracy before handing over designs for production.
• Integrate principles of innovation, sustainability, and inclusivity into all design processes to support Woolworths' corporate commitments.