Packaging Graphic Designer Job Columbus area,Ohio USA,Creative Arts/Media

Opportunity to develop creative concepts and packaging designs across Beauty, Fragrance, and Body Care products
Opportunity to support projects from initial concept through final production

What You'll Do:

Conceptualize and develop creative design solutions for Beauty, Fragrance, Body Care, core categories, and innovation initiatives
Translate fragrance stories, consumer insights, and beauty trends into distinctive packaging and product designs
Develop cohesive design systems across multiple product forms, including color, typography, graphics, patterns, photography, and visual storytelling
Create designs from initial concepts through final production, including Design Turn Overs (DTOs) and final artwork for production handoff
Review mechanical artwork and production files for design accuracy and final approval
Develop concept boards, mood boards, design presentations, and visual storytelling materials
Research emerging trends across beauty, fragrance, wellness, lifestyle, color, materials, and packaging
Explore innovative graphic treatments, decorative techniques, materials, and finishes to enhance product presentation
Provide approved designs and creative direction to mechanical art and production teams for technical development
Collaborate with Design, Packaging Engineering, Product Development, Merchandising, Production, and other cross-functional teams
Participate in store visits, competitive research, and consumer insight activities to identify evolving marketplace trends
Manage multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced, collaborative environment

What We're Looking For:

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
4-6 years of professional experience in graphic design, packaging design, illustration, or related creative disciplines
Experience in Beauty, Fragrance, Personal Care, or consumer products preferred
Strong portfolio demonstrating packaging design, graphic design, typography, color, and visual storytelling
Strong understanding of beauty and fragrance aesthetics with the ability to translate trends and consumer insights into relevant design
Experience developing cohesive design systems across multiple products, formats, and packaging structures
Strong conceptual thinking with the ability to move from initial inspiration through polished design execution
Experience working with photography, illustration, pattern, typography, and other visual assets in integrated packaging design
Understanding of print production, packaging artwork, and decorative techniques preferred
Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills required
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously
Strong communication, collaboration, and presentation skills
Ability to incorporate creative direction while bringing forward new ideas and design solutions
Creative, curious, and passionate about Beauty, Fragrance, Body Care, wellness, and emerging consumer trends