Packaging Production Designer [AQ-11964]

We’re partnering with a renowned global leader in the beauty industry to find a visionary Packaging Production Designer. This role blends artistic flair with technical precision to shape the future of product presentation, directly influencing product appeal and brand identity.

About the role

As a Packaging Production Designer, you’ll be instrumental in bringing innovative beauty products to life—from initial concept to final production. Your work will transform ideas into stunning, market-ready packaging that captivates consumers worldwide. This is a 6-month contract with a 2-week technical trial, renewable in 6-month increments for up to two years. Previous consultants in this role have successfully converted to full-time employees.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop innovative packaging concepts from initial ideation through final production.
• Create production-ready artwork for both primary and secondary packaging while adhering to brand standards.
• Develop accurate dielines, mechanicals, and packaging specifications for manufacturing.
• Produce high-quality 2D and 3D packaging renderings for internal presentations and stakeholder reviews.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product Development, Creative, and cross-functional partners to ensure packaging solutions meet both creative and technical requirements.
• Partner with vendors and production teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and production-ready.
• Manage multiple packaging projects simultaneously while meeting aggressive timelines.
• Organize and maintain packaging assets, artwork files, templates, fonts, and production documentation.
• Research packaging trends, materials, and competitive products to bring innovative ideas to the team.

Requirements

• 5+ years of packaging design experience.
• 60% technical packaging production experience creating production-ready artwork, dielines, mechanicals, and packaging files.
• 40% experience creating high-quality 3D packaging renderings and visualizations.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating both conceptual packaging design and technical production work.
• Experience designing both 2D and 3D packaging.
• Working knowledge of Rhino or SolidWorks to create or manipulate 3D packaging models and renderings.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Experience using Figma.
• Ability to work within established brand guidelines while delivering creative solutions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
• Proficiency with Mac operating systems and basic Mac/PC troubleshooting.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Experience within the beauty, cosmetics, luxury, CPG, food & beverage, toy, or consumer products industries.
• Knowledge of packaging regulations, ingredient labeling, or consumer product packaging.
• Experience conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Familiarity with PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, and project management tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Art School background, or equivalent professional experience (portfolio is valued more heavily than formal education).

Pay

The target hiring compensation for this role is $41.70/hour. Compensation is based on several factors including education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

Benefits

Eligible talent gain access to subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a company match. Additional perks include free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.