About Myer Group

Myer Group brings together the iconic brands that define fashion, beauty and lifestyle across Australia and New Zealand. From our Myer Department stores to our fashion brands Just Jeans, Dotti, Portmans, Jacqui E, Jay Jays, sass and bide, Marcs and David Lawrence — each bring its own legacy, united by a shared commitment to delivering exceptional experiences for our customers.

MYER is seeking a Designer to join the Menswear team! Play a pivotal role in executing the Myer Exclusive Brands (MEB) product strategy, specifically for our brand BLAQ by creating and executing the design direction for aligned brand.

• Fantastic opportunity within our Menswear team
• Opportunity to showcase your design experience - work with the iconic Myer Exclusive Brand BLAQ
• Flexible hybrid working model, work between our central Docklands office and the comfort of your own home

Please note, you will be required to submit a low-resolution folio of your work as part of your application to be considered for this role.

About the Role:

• Responsible for designing product from concept phase, through to production with constant product elevation a focus.
• Complete trend research with a commercial, customer facing lens.
• Work to deliver our brand vision through the creation of original artwork through the use of CAD & illustration along with accurate design packs with specifications.
• Develop product that is aligned to the MEB brand DNAs in collaboration with the buying team.
• Create design direction for the brand, including mood boards, colour stories and print research that are aligned to the brand DNA.
• Create a distinct handwriting and design aesthetic for the brand, including constant evolution and development.
• Design and develop new styles to inject into the product range, including sourcing new fabrics and trims. Create “design packs” for styles that can be handed to garment vendors and sourcing partners to convey development requirements for seasonal style development.
• Administration of range boards, flow boards and updated visuals for range review meetings.
• Graphic design skills preferable. Prepare technical specifications of your print artwork designs that are suitable for production including briefing the placement, size, colouration, and type of printing methodology.
• Work with buyers on elevating product via sourcing opportunities to push the brands handwriting forward develop appropriate qualities, sampling and pricing.

 About You:

• Tertiary education in design or equivalent industry experience related to the design role.
• 6+ years’ experience in a design or product development role
• Advanced understanding of the market, customer segmentation, trends, and competitive landscape.
• Proven ability to interpret international trends for Australian market and communicate these effectively.
• Strong understanding of construction methods and garment finishing, and strong knowledge of fabric finishes, treatments, washes, weights, and fabric properties.
• High proficiency using Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Applications.
• Retail, financial and business acumen.
• Experience working for a medium size retailer a benefit.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment, working closely with the buying team, QA and sourcing team.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to work to deadlines and manage multiple priorities. 

Benefits to you:

We're committed to providing a positive and supportive environment, where our team members are empowered to reach their full potential.

Our team members enjoy a range of benefits including:  

• Team member discounts: Generous discounts in-store and online  
• Learning and development: Capability development workshops, succession planning, and internal career opportunities across Myer Group brands.  
• Flexible working: Lifestyle leave, flexible work hours and hybrid working is available for Store Support Office roles 
• Lifestyle benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), volunteer leave, discounted health insurance, gym memberships and novated leasing for eligible employees.  

Your future starts here — help shape what’s next at Myer Group.