Packaging Graphic Designer

Client Overview:

Our client is a creative company specializing in consumer product packaging and branding solutions. The company is known for delivering innovative and visually compelling designs that enhance product appeal. They foster a collaborative environment focused on quality and timely project delivery. They are currently looking to add a Packaging Graphic Designer to their team.

$30/hr - $35/hr

Our client is seeking a Packaging Graphic Designer to create and execute packaging artwork across multiple formats. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure brand consistency and production accuracy. The ideal candidate will manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment while supporting production and vendor requirements.

• Design and execute packaging artwork for boxes, trays, labels, and other printed packaging materials.
• Prepare production-ready files and artwork mechanicals for manufacturing and print vendors.
• Create and update artwork on dielines, ensuring compliance with print specifications.
• Develop 3D packaging mockups.
• Collaborate with Packaging, Marketing, Product Development, and Production teams to deliver projects on schedule.
• Review physical samples and proofs to ensure design accuracy and print quality.
• Retouch and optimize photography and packaging graphics as needed.
• Work closely with overseas printers and packaging vendors to support production requirements and artwork modifications.
• Ensure brand consistency across all packaging materials and product lines.
• Support multiple concurrent packaging projects in a deadline-driven environment.

• 1 - 3+ years of packaging graphic design experience.
• Experience developing packaging artwork for retail, consumer products, or similar industries.
• Strong understanding of packaging production processes, print specifications, prepress, color separations, and file setup.
• Experience creating and managing artwork on mechanical dielines.
• Knowledge of various packaging formats, including cartons, trays, labels, and other printed materials.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite:
  Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign.
• Experience with 3D software such as Rhino.

• Familiarity with packaging sustainability practices and materials.
• Experience working with international vendors and Print Production teams.
• Knowledge of additional 3D design software or packaging prototyping tools.
• Strong communication skills for cross-team collaboration.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Graphic Design, Packaging Design, or a related field is required.

• Atrium Care Package available upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).