Packaging Designer — Project-Based

Our client is looking for a seasoned Mid–Senior Level Packaging Designer to join on a short-term project spanning several weeks. This is an opportunity for a highly creative, design-forward thinker who can take packaging concepts from initial vision through detailed execution and final print-ready deliverables.

You’ll work closely with our team, taking creative direction while bringing your own expertise, strong design instincts, and attention to detail to the table.

What You’ll Do

• Develop packaging designs from concept through final execution
• Translate creative direction and brand vision into compelling, cohesive packaging
• Think strategically about brand identity, visual language, hierarchy, and consumer experience
• Create highly detailed, production-ready packaging artwork
• Prepare print-ready files and ensure all technical specifications are accurate
• Work across layouts, typography, imagery, color, dielines, finishes, and other packaging elements
• Collaborate with our team to refine concepts and execute against feedback
• Ensure consistency across packaging while maintaining a strong and recognizable brand identity
• Troubleshoot design and production considerations throughout the process

Project Details

• Engagement: Project-based
• Duration: Several weeks
• Level: Mid–Senior
• Compensation: Open to either a project-based rate or hourly rate
• Deliverables: Detailed, production-ready and print-ready packaging assets

Ideal Candidate

The ideal person is someone who can look at a brief and immediately understand how to elevate the design, while also having the technical expertise to execute every detail correctly. You’re equally comfortable thinking about the big-picture brand vision and obsessing over the small details that make a final packaging file production-ready.

• 3+ years of experience as a packaging designer or in a similar position
• Strong portfolio demonstrating packaging from concept through production
• Excellent understanding of brand identity and visual systems
• Highly design-forward with strong creative instincts
• Able to take direction while also bringing thoughtful ideas and solutions to the table
• Exceptional attention to detail and precision
• Strong understanding of print production, packaging specifications, and technical requirements
• Comfortable working independently and managing deliverables within a defined timeline
• Experience preparing final, print-ready artwork
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop

• Experience with color theory, finishing techniques (embossing, foiling, etc.), sustainability considerations in packaging, and familiarity with packaging manufacturing processes.

• Adobe Creative Suite with advanced proficiency in Illustrator and Photoshop, plus knowledge of print-ready file preparation and packaging dieline software.