Aran Sweater Market
Killarney, Co. Kerry, Ireland | Full-Time | On-Site | Fixed-Term Contract
About Us
Aran Sweater Market is one of Ireland's leading knitwear and heritage fashion brands, proudly celebrating traditional Irish craftsmanship with a modern global audience. With retail stores across Ireland and a growing international online presence, we are passionate about storytelling, creativity, and delivering exceptional customer experiences through both design and digital innovation.
The Role
We are seeking a talented and creative Graphic Designer to join our Marketing Department at our Killarney office. This is an exciting opportunity for a designer who combines strong visual skills with a passion for branding, digital content, and storytelling.
This role is fully on-site in Killarney, Co. Kerry, on a fixed-term contract basis, and the successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the visual identity of Aran Sweater Market and Weavers of Ireland across digital, print, retail, and social media platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Create visually engaging email newsletters and website banners to drive customer engagement and sales
- Update and edit website imagery in alignment with brand guidelines and marketing strategies
- Design engaging digital assets for website, email campaigns, paid advertising, and social media
- Collaborate with the Marketing Department to develop cohesive, impactful campaigns
- Develop creative concepts that align with the Aran Sweater Market brand identity
- Maintain a working knowledge of Shopify or BigCommerce to support website updates
- Act as the brand custodian, ensuring all creative outputs align with established brand guidelines
- Edit and retouch photography for online and print use
- Assist with video content, motion graphics, and creative storytelling where required
- Support Aran Sweater Market and Weavers of Ireland stores with marketing materials, signage, and point-of-sale displays
- Handle multiple projects in a high-pressure environment while maintaining exceptional quality and meeting deadlines
- Stay ahead of design trends and platform-specific best practices to keep creative assets fresh and innovative
Requirements
- Degree or qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field
- 2+ years' experience in a graphic design role
- Strong portfolio showcasing digital and print design work
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
- Experience designing for social media, email marketing, and eCommerce platforms
- Familiarity with Shopify or BigCommerce is desirable
- Strong attention to detail and excellent visual communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Photography, video editing, or motion graphics experience is an advantage
Please note: This Role is site based in our Killarney Office