Poetry is looking for a talented and trend-savvy Graphic Designer to join our creative team, with a dedicated focus on accessories, bags, and footwear. If you have a refined eye for pattern, packaging design and material finishes — and a passion for crafting beautiful, considered product — this could be your perfect role.

About the Role

As our Accessories, Bags & Footwear Graphic Designer & Trend Specialist, you’ll bring elevated, thoughtful design to life across patterns, packaging, and colour treatments. You will play a key role in shaping the visual identity of our accessories offering, ensuring each piece feels distinctive, cohesive, and aligned to Poetry’s brand DNA.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop original prints, patterns, and graphics for accessories, bags, and footwear.
• Apply design across a variety of materials and techniques, including embroidery, placement print, repeats, embossing, and trims.
• Research and forecast relevant fashion trends and adapt them for Poetry’s market.
• Collaborate closely with buyers to ensure design feasibility and execution.
• Ensure all designs align with Poetry’s aesthetic and maintain a cohesive seasonal narrative.

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Graphic Design, Surface Design, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2–3 years’ experience in surface design for accessories, footwear, or fashion (accessories and footwear retail experience an advantage).
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop essential).
• Strong portfolio showcasing print, pattern, and surface development across product categories.
• Solid understanding of repeat design, placement artwork, and production-ready file preparation.
• Ability to work at pace and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A genuine passion for accessories related design and attention to detail.
• Strong appreciation for Poetry’s brand values and visual identity.

Please attach a copy of your portfolio

Why Join Us?

At Poetry, design is about more than function – it’s about creating an experience. You’ll be part of a brand that values craft, beauty, and authenticity, and you’ll play a key role in shaping how our customers experience Poetry homeware.

Please note:  The Cape Union Mart Group is committed to transformation. Appointments and promotions will be made based on candidates who best meet the requirements for the position. Preference will be given to candidates who will enhance the diversity of the team, aligned to our Employment Equity plan.