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Graduate Menswear Graphic Designer supporting garment graphics, prints, trend research and visual concepts from initial design through to finished clothing.The RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a 2025 or 2026 graduate to join our Next Sourcing division, predominantly within the Menswear Design team, for 12 months, starting immediately. This role focuses on designing garment graphics and prints for apparel, giving you the chance to bring product to life - from initial concept through to a finished piece of clothing. It's an exciting environment where you'll see your designs go on to feature in-store, online, and out in the world. Watching your artwork evolve into real product worn by real customers is a hugely rewarding part of the role.The Menswear Print and Graphics team works across a broad range of product areas, including jerseywear, casual shirts, formal shirts, heavyweight jersey, loungewear and knitwear. You'll work closely with the Head of Graphics and the wider design team, contributing to creative outputs that make a real impact.This is a supportive role focused on graphic design, artworking and assisting with core design processes, giving you the opportunity to shadow experienced Designers, gain insight into multi-functional ways of working, and learn how product is developed across multiple Menswear categories.Hybrid working may be available upon discussion, and there may be opportunities to travel within the UK for inspiration and comp shopping.What You'll Take OnSupporting the Menswear team with artworking and graphic design tasks across all product areas.Assisting with the production of design packs and other materials.Providing administrative support, including managing day-to-day requests, organising files, and maintaining resources.Prioritising and managing multiple projects to meet deadlines while ensuring all outputs remain accurate and high quality.Shadowing Designers to gain insight into cross-departmental processes and how teams collaborate to bring a product from idea to finished garment.Conducting trend research, analysing competitors and wider market influences.Building moodboards to support design direction and seasonal concepts.Creating visual mockups to help communicate ideas clearly and bring design concepts to life.Collaborating with the Print and Graphics Designer to develop on-trend, cohesive, creative outputs.What You'll BringProficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop, and confident in using these tools daily.Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritise effectively, and work to deadlines.Reliable, flexible, and consistent, with a positive, approachable attitude.A team player who can also work independently, with a genuine desire to learn and grow.A strong eye for design, trends, and creativity, with enthusiasm for seeing your work make a visible impact.DesirableExperience in graphic design within a fashion context.Knowledge of AI tools to support design work.Benefits25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)Company performance based bonusSharesave schemeOn-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded BeautyEarly VIP access to sale stockAccess to fantastic discounts at our Staff ShopsRestaurants with great food at amazing pricesAccess a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing servicesFree on-site parkingFinancial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeingApprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualificationDirect to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local storeSupport Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each otherWellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more

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Graduate Print Designer supporting the creation of original textile prints, patterns and seasonal artwork for Joules’ womenswear, menswear and kidswear collections.The RoleStep into the role of Graduate Print Designer.Discover an exciting opportunity to launch your creative career right here at Joules Head Office, joining our vibrant Print team on a 12 month fixed term contract.You will be right at the creative heart of our brand, helping develop unique hand-drawn prints, charming patterns, and seasonal artwork across womenswear, menswear, and kidswear. Working alongside our talented designers, you will help create pieces that balance our 1989 British heritage with a fresh, effortless energy, bringing colour and personality to our customers during their well-dressed time off. You will also have the rare opportunity to collaborate with our Founder, Tom Joule, and his senior leadership team, drawing on decades of brand knowledge as you develop your craft.Our LocationMarket Harborough in Leicestershire is where the Joules story began in 1989. This market town is home to the brand’s Head Office and is full of independent shops, cosy pubs, and fantastic restaurants. It also benefits from great transport links to London, making it easily accessible for commuters and visitors alike. It is the perfect place to mix a rewarding creative career with plenty of well-dressed time off.What You’ll DoOur prints are legendary, defining who we are and bringing an unmistakable preppy British charm to everyday wardrobes. In this role, you will help translate seasonal concept briefs into beautiful, commercially savvy print stories that layer, mix, and play across multiple product categories.You will be responsible for:Creating original artwork: Support the design and development of seasonal prints and patterns across womenswear, menswear, and kidswear, balancing imaginative flair with commercial wearabilityInterpreting the brief: Respond creatively to seasonal concept briefs, thinking outside the box to introduce fresh motifs, colourways, and repeat patterns that delight our customersCollaborating across categories: Work cross-functionally with Design, Garment Technology, and Buying teams, ensuring prints translate seamlessly onto fabrics and finished garmentsResearching trends: Keep a keen eye on emerging art, fashion, and lifestyle directions, interpreting contemporary movements through our signature heritage lensPreparing technical artwork: Produce clean, production-ready print files, colour separations, and scale specifications for our global supplier baseSupporting the studio: Assist with organising print archives, swatch libraries, and visual presentation boards ahead of seasonal sign-offsWhat You’ll BringTo really shine in this role, you will bring an inventive eye, technical illustration skills, and a genuine passion for storytelling through print. You understand our preppy aesthetic, enjoy playing with unexpected colour combinations, and have an innate appreciation for craftsmanship and the small details that make a design special.You are approachable, self-effacing, and always excited to roll up your sleeves with a friendly, fast-moving team.We would also love to see:A degree in Textile Design, Fashion Print, Graphic Design, or a related creative disciplineProficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, with a portfolio showcasing strong drawing, repeat pattern, and colour workAn adaptable mindset, comfortable switching between delicate womenswear florals, playful kids' illustrations, and classic menswear checksCommercial intuition, understanding how to balance boundary-pushing creativity with what our customer loves to wearGreat communication skills and a collaborative spirit, ready to share bold ideas and welcome feedback with open armsStrong organisation habits and the resourcefulness to take initiative and make the role your ownA positive, energetic approach and genuine excitement for the future of JoulesYour ApplicationDue to the high volume of applications received for our roles, please note that applications not accompanied by a portfolio of your work and a cover letter are unlikely to be progressed. Please share examples of your original print designs, sketchbooks, and CAD work alongside a note telling us why you want to begin your creative journey at The Barn.SponsorshipIn accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Joules does not hold a Sponsor Licence and would not, therefore, be able to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without sponsorship.We encourage early applications for our roles, as our recruitment process begins as soon as the role is advertised. If we successfully fill the position, this advert may close earlier than planned.Benefits25% off most Joules, NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)Up to 10% off most partner brands & Branded Beauty productsAccess to fantastic discounts at our staff shopsClothing AllowanceOne family day per yearReward Schemes - From a cycle to work scheme to discounts with nearly 1000 retailersLife assurancePensionFantastic L&D opportunitiesA bold and vibrant place to workFree on-site Parking & low cost EV charging points

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