Packaging Designer - Temporary

Company Description

(MALIN+GOETZ) is a fast-growing, founder-based gender-neutral beauty and lifestyle business based in New York City. We operate 20+ flagship apothecaries in NYC, LA, London and Hong Kong; along with an expanding presence online through  Additionally, the brand is listed internationally with 600+ high-end accounts across five continents, including Space NK, Selfridges, Liberty, Nordstrom, Lane Crawford and Sephora; and amenity partners that include 5
* hotels, spas and concept gyms. Our company champions three values: humanity, empathy + fight, and these values are embedded into everything we do. We foster employees to represent these values in all aspects of their work.

The Packaging Designer is responsible for creating sustainable, inspiring and innovative package design for M+G. This position is key to demonstrate creative vision, translate, evolve brand packaging by bringing concepts to life to tell a story through design. Must have strong technical pre‑production knowledge and be able to build mechanicals. You will have the opportunity to work on all packaging design/branding related projects and see your products from concept to shelf to stores around the world.

You will collaborate with multiple team players including packaging engineers, product innovation leaders, and the creative team.

• Create inspiring, strategic, and innovative ideas for compelling primary and secondary packaging components.
• Collaborate with the Product Innovation Team and VP of Creative to review and refine proposed designs, ensuring they meet aesthetic and functional requirements before cross‑functional sharing.
• Contribute to the exploration of product branding and packaging concepts by maintaining consistent product and packaging standards across core products, line extensions, seasonal campaigns, and promotions.
• Lead the refinement of package designs for upcoming programs and launches, partnering with product development and packaging teams to achieve the highest quality, while considering time and cost constraints.
• Assist team members in presenting packaging designs to cross‑functional teams, including the creation of 3D renderings and comprehensive comps.
• Adhere to approved style guides, adapting artwork into the various sizes and formats needed for products while maintaining the original creative intent and specs (including dies, bleed, trim, type safety, resolution, color mode); collaborate with production artists to ensure accessibility for print specs.

• Continuous Learning - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses. Pursues training and development opportunities. Seeks feedback to improve performance. Shares expertise with others. Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Customer Service - Displays courtesy and sensitivity. Manages difficult or emotional customer situations. Meets commitments. Responds promptly to customer needs. Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• Planning & Organization - Integrates changes smoothly. Plans for additional resources. Prioritizes and plans work activities. Sets goals and objectives. Uses time efficiently. Works in an organized manner.
• Problem Solving - Develops alternative solutions. Gathers and analyzes information skillfully. Identifies problems in a timely manner. Resolves problems in early stages. Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Puts success of team above own interests.
• Use of Technology - Adapts to new technologies. Demonstrates required skills. Keeps technical skills up to date. Troubleshoots technological problems. Uses technology to increase productivity.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential…