Packaging Designer - Red Castle

Job Summary

We're looking for a Packaging Designer to join our team. The Package Designer must have a strong portfolio with a variety of samples that demonstrates their creativity, attention to detail, and knowledge of market and consumer trends. Familiarity with different packaging materials is helpful.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work closely with the manager to develop and define consistent brand messaging and aesthetics on all package design.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product design, business, retail operations, marketing, and creative to understand their needs.
• Concept and create eye-catching designs that are on brand, on budget, and conform to package/display specifications.
• Evaluate consumer and market trends for packaging materials and conduct seasonal creative reviews as needed.
• Create and ensure the quality, accuracy, and delivery of correctly prepared complete artwork that adheres to brand standards and specs.
• Responsible for conceptualizing and managing projects to completion including new product launches and packaging maintenance exercises.
• Work closely with the design and leadership team to develop new retail packaging.
• Lead the package design process including brainstorming, sketching, and creating prototypes.
• Collaborate with the Manager to prioritize projects, manage workload, and evolve efficiencies.

Knowledge & Background Requirements

• Knowledge of the printing industry as it relates to Packaging Prepress.
• Great organizational and interpersonal skills, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work under pressure without compromising performance or accuracy in a deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a highly collaborative team environment.
• Must be able to multitask within a fast-paced working environment.
• 2-4 years of experience in graphic design with an emphasis on packaging design.
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or equivalent work experience.
• Possess a strong sense of design and user experience in a retail environment.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and InDesign).

Company Information

• Company: Red Castle
• Employment Type: Full Time
• Education Level: Bachelor
• Experience: 2 Years
• Job Type: Design