Company Description

Starting with a single red ‘shed’ over 40 years ago, today The Warehouse Group is home to some of Aotearoa’s iconic brands - The Warehouse, Warehouse Stationery, and Noel Leeming. Our purpose at The Warehouse Group (TWG) is ‘Helping Kiwis live better every day” and this guides how we show up every day. We remain laser-focused on our customers and markets, looking to excite, bring joy and deliver value through our products, offering and experiences.

Helping to bring our products, brands and experience to life starts with bold ideas, and smart & compelling visual storytelling. We’re on the hunt for a Creative Specialist to join our in-house creative team - roll up your sleeves, work with seasoned creatives, and grow their career in a fast-paced, retail-driven environment.

Job Description

As a Creative Specialist (Junior Art Director), you’ll support the creative team’s delivery by developing and executing high-impact and visually compelling concepts for our brands, product ranges and seasonal campaigns touching across all channels, ensuring brand appeal and consistency.
You’ll work cross functionally across our marketing, merchandise, store ops and internal teams and closely with Senior Creative Specialists/Art Directors, copywriters, and photographers, gaining hands-on experience across a range of media and touchpoints.

From building mood boards to working on photoshoots in our in-house studio to adapting campaign assets for web, social, and print; no two days will look the same!

Assist in concept development and design execution for campaigns, events, and promotional activities across digital, social, e-commerce, and print channels.
Support photography shoots in the in-house studio, assisting with visual execution to ensure imagery aligns with brand guidelines under the direction of the Senior Art Director or Creative Lead.
Prepare mood boards, layouts, and visual presentations for internal reviews and stakeholder approval.
Adapt creative assets for multiple platforms, ensuring consistency and compliance with brand standards.
Present design concepts to internal teams and incorporate feedback to refine creative outputs.
Collaborate with copywriters, designers, and production teams to deliver assets on time and to the highest quality.
Maintain organized files and ensure all artwork meets compliance and quality standards.
Stay updated on design trends, retail marketing best practices, and emerging digital platforms to bring fresh ideas to the team.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

A degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or similar
1 - 3 years of experience in a graphic design/artworker/creative role preferably in a retail/studio/agency environment
A strong eye for composition, layout, typography, and storytelling
Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with Figma.
Experience working within brand guidelines and adapting creative for multiple formats, including digital, social, and print.
Familiarity with production file setup, version control processes, and preparing assets for multiple platforms.
Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
A collaborative mindset, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn from feedback

Why You’ll Love It Here

At TWG, we offer more than just a desk and a deadline:

A supportive, collaborative team where creativity and curiosity are encouraged
Real-world experience across some of NZ’s biggest and most loved retail brands
Exposure to campaign work, content creation, photoshoots, and creative strategy
Flexible working and a culture that values balance
Opportunities to grow your skills and career within a large, innovative business

Additional Information

Ready to Make Your Mark? Come work with us!
When you join us, we offer a range of benefits that work for you, your lifestyle, and your career.
Our teams balance a hybrid working approach (up to 2 days per week from home). Conveniently located in Northcote, we offer free car parking on-site, EV charging and on-site café and gym access. This on top of great discounts across brands, birthday leave, wellbeing support and excellent opportunities within the business!

This is your opportunity to grow, learn, and create work that reaches millions of Kiwis every day.

Apply now with your CV, sample portfolio of work, and a few quick words about why you’re excited to join TWG.