Graphic Designer with Packaging and Production Experience

Graphic Designer with Packaging and Production Experience

ArtSkills, Inc., is seeking a talented, collaborative, and energetic Graphic Designer with strong package design and production experience to work in our fun, fast-paced, and energetic art department in Bethlehem, PA. ArtSkills is a family-owned, national company rooted in the art and craft consumer products industry. Our work environment promotes career growth, camaraderie, and a healthy work-life balance for all employees. The successful candidate will be an innovative, out-of-the-box thinker who strives for design excellence and enjoys challenges, as well as challenging others. This is an on-site position only.

• Creation of new packaging design incorporating fresh ideas while effectively communicating product features and maintaining brand image.
• Heading and organizing a program, inclusive of directing a team of designers and junior designers.
• Making recommendations on the best and most cost-effective way to solve design challenges while maintaining brand aesthetic.
• Create packaging concepts, graphics and any visual elements: sketches, prototypes, comps.
• Offer creative layouts and designs within short timelines.
• Accept and implement Art Director's and Creative Director's corrections and suggestions.
• Effectively manage project timelines for self and others.
• Illustrate and communicate packaging concepts about our products.
• Determine appropriate means to produce the desired visual effect and the production methods.
• Build and maximize relationships with cross-functional teams of Sales, Marketing, and Overseas operations to ensure successful conceptualization, development and execution of package design specs are met.

• 5+ years professional experience in Retail/Consumer Packaging Design and Production (overseas implementation experience needed) no travel needed.
• A track record of excellence in implementing brand and product marketing strategies through design.
• Excellent knowledge of print production and press practices – Pantone vs. CMYK, how colors are laid on press.
• Extensive knowledge of dielines, layout and assembly of large format displays and signage.
• Ability to work independently on a variety of projects under pressure, as well as collaboratively with team members.
• BFA or MFA in Graphic Design or related field.
• Strong MAC skills with extensive knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and, Adobe Photoshop.
• Strong design skillset with high sensitivity to typography and layout.
• Strong time management, interpersonal communication and organizational skills.
• Solid understanding of design process and production including production and Engineering processes.
• Strong work ethic and a whatever it takes and can do attitude.
• 3D/industrial design experience a +.
• All candidates applying for this position must be authorized to work in the United States.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

Manufacturing