Packaging Designer

Overview:

The Packaging Designer will support all of the strategic creative development and execution of brand primary and secondary packaging. This role drives creative innovations and collaborates with the Senior Packaging Designer & AVP Creative Director to identify new packaging opportunities for the brand.

Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Create highly innovative concepts and product designs in line with overall brand strategy
• Creation and adaptation of artwork mechanicals for US and global variants
• Artwork pre-production discussions with vendors as needed, during prepress/proofing process;
• Presentation-ready package renderings for existing and/or known packages and shapes;
• Collaborate with cross functional teams –Creative, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Product Development, and Procurement.
• Execute above responsibilities within artwork production processes tracking to hard dates in known timelines;
• Review all samples/proofs of packaging development and keep an organized library with the evolution of final developed package.
• Work with comp houses on all presentation comps
• Concept presentations (concept decks, mood boards, drawings, renderings, and models)
• Management of departmental workflow, proofing organization and packaging standards
• Develop and maintain standards for new and pre-existing products.
• Responsible for reviewing artwork mechanicals for release to print for primary and secondary.

What we would like you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree;
• 3-5 years of packaging design experience;
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) 3D Rendering, Comp and Design Process
• 3D software (Rhino, CADD, Maya, etc), knowledge of 3D Printing is a plus
• Strong grasp of mechanical engineering concepts;
• Strong knowledge of competitive landscape and design/beauty trends
• Has an understanding of substrates and best practices for sustainable design

Who you are:

• Organized;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Takes initiative;
• Ability to multi-task;
• Works well under pressure;
• Able to work in a team or individually.
• Demonstrates flexibility