Packaging Designer Jobs

Packaging Designer

Leading Intimate Apparel company looking for a dynamic, experiencedPackaging/GraphicDesigner.The ideal candidate has a strong packaging design background, solid organizational skills,

communicates effectively cross-functionally and has a thorough understanding ofpackagingin order to execute materials that properly represent the company’s product & brands while maintaining cost & delivery parameters.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design process for all graphic design &packagingproducts - conceptualizing, designing, and executing the following : hangtags, callout tags, collar tags, size tags,

labels (care labels/heat transfer labels), polybags, paper boxpackaging, inserts, stickers, giftpackaging, specialtypackaging,PDQs, presentationpackaging, etc.

• Ability to bring a fresh perspective to the product without losing original intent.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, merchandising, & product management to create outstanding copy & graphics.
• Evaluate market trends and analyze competitor designs & materials.
• Develop branding and design elements to differentiate from competitors.
• Retouching model photos/digitally adding garments onto the body
• Create packing instructions for the factories & communicate requirements as needed.
• Create CADs & presentation sheets for the factories & buyers.
• Create functional, creative designs, utilizing materials that will engage the customer & create a cohesive brand presence.
• Work within the PLM system to update final artwork for orders.
• Create mechanical sketches,packagingmock-ups & approve printing proofs.

Candidates must have:

• Advanced experience creating dielines with measurements, quality, etc. for factory use
• Have a thorough knowledge of the technical design of the product (specs, layout, construction)
• Graphic Design & Package Design experience including creating prototypes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be efficient, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Natural talent for design and an eye for detail & overall aesthetic.Able to think conceptually.
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator & Photoshop), as well as photo editing & retouching.
• Excellent team player.
• Familiarity with variouspackagingmaterials.
• Must have strong, creative problem-solving skills as well as strong interpersonal, communication & project management skills.
• Must be able to provide a portfolio of previous work.

Education Requirements:

• Pay: $70,000-80,000 DOE
• Job Type: Full-time, in-office (Fridays remote), midtown NYC
• 5-7 years work experience in the field.
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, industrial design, art, or a similar field.