Graphic Designer - Manchester, United Kingdom - boohoo group

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THE ROLE
***Step into a stylish new era with boohoo, we are a brand on a mission, redefining what we stand for. Our 'Fashion First' approach allows us to be there for our customers, we want them to look and feel great, to have confidence, and feel empowered. Get ready to experience unparalleled style for every occasion. If you're innovative, fast paced, and ready to make a difference, join us in our mission to disrupt the global marketplace and shape the future of fashion


We are looking for a Graphics Designer to work closely with our creative team to design captivating visuals across all clothing categories and projects, covering both all over prints and graphics.


You will lead the development on their area and shape a commercial and trend driven range with design, buyer and merch counterparts presenting back for sign off to management.

This role is very creative and will require someone who is organised. You must be able to demonstrate an excellent understanding of the brand/customer profile with a strong commercial eye.


YOUR TEAM
When people think of our department, it's always about our creativity.

Nothing compares to seeing customers purchase and wear our creations, or when our designs feature in campaigns and on the feed of our favourite influencer.


For us, it's all about bringing trends to life and keeping our finger on the pulse of a design - from concept and specifications through to production.

We design and influence everything boohoo buys, so we're a solid part of our brands identity. We drive new fabrics, graphics, and print techniques, not forgetting highlighting and forecasting colours and styles. Behind the scenes, we're busy creating mood boards and stories that will become our ranges. We don't just design; we plan, develop and sample too, working closely with the wider team. We love teamwork and creating a buzz of activity and ideas wherever we go. We know there's no limit to what we can achieve.


WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Drive print/graphics with a trend lead fashion eye
  • Multiple product thinking is essential
  • Bring innovative new ideas to the table
  • Able to collate all trend information and present your findings to Senior / Management
  • Ability to translate trends & catwalk shows into a commercial range suitable for the customer.
  • In depth knowledge of the customer and market designing for
  • Great Factory experience and knowledge of working with various sources worldwide
  • Excellent knowledge of techniques and processes in their area
  • Show knowledge of leadtimes from sampling (Critical Path) and production through to launch
  • Working with the buyer/merch to aid in range building and present back to management
  • Communication skills to support design work and project ideas, confidently expressing opinion and findings
  • Have an increasing knowledge and understanding of trading on the department with your area you are required to own.
  • Able work to short turn around as well as forward planning ranges for future seasons
  • Ability to create adaptations and updates of current bestselling graphic products
  • Lead in knowledge of their department from a design and newness POV
  • Communicate effectively to help own the delivery of sales and profit for the product department.
  • Establish a strong handwriting for the brand across branding/graphics and prints

WORKING WITH US
***To succeed here, you must love working at pace. It is relentless, but we love it. Change is a certainty - you need to adapt and be agile. We want you to challenge the status quo, innovate and be open to trying new things. We are always pushing boundaries. We want you to think big. Think creatively. Be bold. Be brave. Do not be afraid to make mistakes - that is how we learn We empower our people, giving them freedom and autonomy to learn and grow in their roles. We are one team, one boohoo family. Bring your own style, experiences, and ideas - we want them all.


MORE ABOUT YOU

  • You must be competent with Adobe illustrator and Photoshop
  • Excellent knowledge of print techniques
  • Required to be able to output all over prints and repeats as well as graphics / placement prints and branding.
  • Highly trend driven with a good understanding of commercial appeal
  • Fast thinking and adaptable in highly demanding situations
  • Must be highly selfmotivated with strong organisational skills and time management.
  • Ability to meet deadlines is essential
  • Relevant experience in similar role and excellent Competitor Knowledge

INTERVIEW PROCESS


If we think you could be a good fit for the role, you will be asked to have an informal conversation with one of our Talent Partners.


If successful from this meeting, you will then be asked to meet with the Line Manager at our Dale Street HQ.

They will go through your experience in more detail and find out what value you could bring to the team.

Most of our processes are 2 stage's and you may be required to meet Senior Leadership or present a t
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