Product & Textile Designer (Baby, Pet & Home)

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative designer who loves turning ideas into commercially successful products. You will be involved in the entire product development journey—from concept creation and textile design through to packaging, product development, and production implementation.

You will work closely with management, suppliers, and sales teams to develop innovative products that reflect our brands' values of quality, functionality, and beautiful design.

Key Responsibilities
Design and develop new products across baby, pet, nursery, and lifestyle categories.
Create original textile prints, patterns, embroidery, and product artwork.
Develop seasonal collections and cohesive product ranges.
Prepare technical design packs and specifications for manufacturers.
Create packaging artwork and product presentation materials.
Research market trends, colours, materials, and consumer insights.
Liaise with offshore factories and suppliers throughout the development process.
Manage product samples, revisions, and approvals.
Ensure products align with commercial objectives, pricing targets, and brand positioning.
Collaborate with marketing and sales teams on product launches and promotional materials.
Skills & Experience
3+ years experience in textile, product, or industrial design.
Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
Experience creating repeat patterns, textile artwork, and print design.
Strong understanding of product development and manufacturing processes.
Ability to prepare professional tech packs and production-ready artwork.
Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
Strong commercial mindset with an understanding of consumer products.
Experience in baby products, soft goods, homewares, pet products, or lifestyle categories is highly desirable.
What We're Looking For

You are:

? Highly creative and trend-aware
? Passionate about design and product innovation
? Commercially minded with strong aesthetic judgment
? A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced environment
? Comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously
? Excited to help shape the future of a growing Australian brand

Why Join Us?
Work with a respected Australian family business with a 60+ year history.
Opportunity to make a significant impact on product direction and innovation.
Be part of an entrepreneurial and supportive team.
Work across multiple exciting brands and categories.

Join us in creating products that bring comfort, joy, and style to families and their homes for generations to come.