Packaging Designers; Hybrid

Compensation Range: $20 - 50 per hour

Location:
El Segundo, California

Job Type: Contract

We are seeking talented Packaging Designers at the Junior, Mid, and Senior levels on behalf of our client in the Beauty and Retail industry. We are building a qualified talent pool to meet projected staffing needs for anticipated 6 to 12‑month contract roles. These assignments typically offer high potential for extension based on performance and business needs. Please note that specific pay rates and project details will vary depending on the roles that arise.

Candidates must be commutable to El Segundo, CA; remote‑only candidates cannot be considered at this time.

• Concept & Innovation:
  Brainstorm and develop innovative packaging designs (primary components and secondary outers) that align with brand DNA and current beauty/retail trends.
• Structural & Graphic Design:
  Execute technical drawings, dielines, and 3D renderings. Design graphic systems, typography, and layouts that enhance the consumer's tactile and visual experience.
• Technical Specification:
  Create and maintain detailed technical specifications, ensuring designs are manufacturable and meet engineering constraints.
• Sustainability Integration:
  Proactively identify and implement eco‑responsible materials and manufacturing processes to align with global sustainability goals.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Partner with Marketing, Product Development, and Engineering teams to ensure design intent is maintained from concept through to retail shelf.
• Prototyping & Validation:
  Oversee the creation of 3D prints and physical mock‑ups. Review prototypes for color, material, and finish (CMF) accuracy and conduct testing for functional quality.
• Senior‑Level Leadership: (For Senior roles) Lead design sprints, mentor junior staff, manage external vendor relationships, and oversee the end‑to‑end product lifecycle for major brand launches.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Graphic Design, or a related technical field.
• Experience:
  
  1–8+ years of professional experience in packaging design, specifically within the Beauty and/or Retail sectors (Color Cosmetics, Skincare, or Fragrance experience is highly preferred).

• 2D:
  Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• 3D:
  Proficiency in 3D modeling and rendering software such as Solid Works, Rhino, or Key Shot.
• Industry Knowledge:
  Deep understanding of packaging materials (glass, plastic, sustainable resins), printing processes, and decoration techniques (hot stamping, silk screening, metallization).
• Portfolio: A strong professional portfolio demonstrating a range of packaging solutions, including structural forms, graphic applications, and a keen eye for "luxury" or "prestige" aesthetics.
• Logistics:
  Must be able to work on‑site in El Segundo, CA, according to the client's hybrid schedule requirements.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Cella, a Randstad Digital company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Cella by Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short‑term disability, and a 401(k) plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

Qualified applicants in San Francisco with criminal histories will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.