[JOBS] TEXTILE PRINT & GRAPHIC DESIGNER : JOJO MAMAN BEBE

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 Childrenswear and Maternity clothing.

You will work closely with buying and heads of department to ensure the range is commercial balanced, driving newness and protecting core product. 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 a variety of product areas, childrenswear clothing, accessories and maternity ranges.

• Building a strong working relationship with the wider team, including buyers and heads of departments - participating in range analysis, reviewing success’s and failures and developing the ranges accordingly together.

• Mentoring more junior members of the team, assisting with their development and time management.

• A thorough understanding of print repeat, graphic design, colour balance and commercial print handwriting. An awareness of costing limitations and the ability to problem solve within these areas.

• Ability to work closely and effectively with international factories, managing timelines to ensure key critical path dates are met, problem solving where needed and ensuring all comments are fed back in a timely manner.

• Work closely with technologists to ensure childrenswear safety standards are met.

• Drawing up detailed specific artwork packs.

• Owning the design critical path and supporting development and production critical paths to ensure wider business deadlines are met.

• Build strong relationships with suppliers, understanding strengths and weakness’ within the supply chain and working with the buying team on sourcing strategies to minimise risk and on board new suppliers.

• Understanding the detailed construction on intricate embroideries and complex applique techniques.

• Responsible for presenting the range to direct line manager and the wider business as required.

• Be aware of the implications of copyright infringement and protection.

Skills That Make You Shine:

• 5+ Years minimum in a similar role at Designer level (required).

• Ability to effectively design multiple product categories.

• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.

• Proven track record of designing and developing high quality prints and graphics in line with a brand identity.

• Exceptional team player, great communication and interpersonal skills, ability to work well with others and build strong relations with both internal colleagues and external vendors alike.

• In depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite.

• Experience managing junior members of a team.

Just To Give You A Taste Of Our Culture, We’ll Be Looking For You To:

• Be a brand ambassador, safeguarding our values and ethos.

• Demonstrate honesty and respect in every interaction.

• Foster collaboration and open, active listening

• Take ownership of all aspects of the role.

• Be an effective problem solver.