Graphic Designer

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Creative Graphic Designer (Mid–Senior Level) to join a well-established company based in Watford

Salary: £35,000–£40,000 per year

Location: Watford, Hertfordshire (3 days on-site, 2 days WFH)

Job Type: Full Time / Permanent. Mon–Thu: 9:00–18:00 / Fri: 9:00–16:30

Benefits: Casual dress, free parking, good transport links

The Company

They are a leading creative company specialising in licensed gifts and consumer products. They partner with some of the world’s most recognised entertainment and sports brands, delivering commercially successful ranges season after season.

The company works with globally recognised brands including Disney, Marvel, Barbie, Netflix, Sonic, Peppa Pig, Arsenal, Chelsea, Liverpool, Team GB and many more.

Alongside licensed collections, they design and manufacture their own exclusive brands. Their product categories span apparel, accessories, stationery, lighting, garden, homeware and gifting.

They are a fast-paced, growing business committed to delivering innovative, trend-led products from concept through to manufacture.

The Role

We are looking for a highly creative and commercially aware Creative Graphic Designer (Mid–Senior Level) with experience developing products and visual concepts for licensed brands and retail markets.

This is a creative-led role, ideal for someone with strong conceptual thinking, excellent trend awareness and a passion for creating commercially successful consumer products across multiple categories.

You will work closely with our design, licensing and product development teams to create exciting artwork, graphics and product concepts that align with licensor style guides while bringing fresh, original thinking to every project.

Experience working with major licensed brands, particularly Disney, is highly desirable.

Hybrid working is available, with 3 days studio-based in Watford and 2 days working from home.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Design & Product Development

Create original graphics, prints and product concepts across gifting, stationery, homeware, accessories and apparel

Develop commercially strong design ranges for licensed and own-brand products

Interpret and apply licensor style guides creatively while maintaining brand integrity

Design compelling visuals and mock-ups for retailer pitches, presentations and licensor submissions

Research trends, colour palettes, typography and market insights to drive new product ideas

Produce high-quality artwork and layouts across both print and digital applications

Create engaging graphics that appeal to a variety of audiences and retail sectors

Brand & Licensing

Work across globally recognised licensed brands including Disney, Marvel, Netflix, Barbie and sports brands

Prepare artwork and presentations for licensor approval processes

Ensure all creative work aligns with brand guidelines, compliance requirements and retailer expectations

Collaborate with licensors and internal stakeholders to refine and develop concepts

Collaboration & Workflow

Work closely with product development, sales and production teams throughout the design process

Support junior team members and contribute to a collaborative studio environment

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Maintain organised artwork files, assets and design libraries

Stay up to date with industry trends, consumer products and emerging design styles

Requirements

Essential

4+ years’ experience in a Creative Graphic Design role

Strong body of work demonstrating creative design across consumer products, licensing or retail

Experience working with licensed brands (Disney experience highly desirable)

Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign

Excellent understanding of typography, composition, colour and layout

Strong commercial awareness and ability to design for retail audiences

Ability to work from concept through to final artwork

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple projects effectively

Applications without relevant examples of work will not be considered.

Preferred

Experience within licensed consumer products, gifting, fashion accessories or homeware

Experience presenting concepts to licensors or retailers

Knowledge of print and packaging processes

Degree in Graphic Design or equivalent industry experience

Why Join Us

Work on globally recognised entertainment and sports brands

Be part of a fast-growing and highly creative business

Opportunity to see your ideas developed into retail products

Competitive salary (£35,000–£40,000 depending on experience)

Hybrid working (3 days studio / 2 days WFH)

Early finish on Fridays

Pension scheme

Statutory holidays

Free on-site parking

Casual dress

Employee discounts

Career growth and development opportunities

If you have the relevant skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.