Freelance Graphic Designer

Jacent•REMOTE,

1d•Remote

About The Position

This is a freelance, on-call position with hours based on business and project needs. There is no guaranteed or regularly scheduled number of hours each week. Work will be assigned on an as-needed basis, and hours may vary significantly from week to week depending on project volume and deadlines. We are seeking a talented Graphic Designer to create impactful retail packaging solutions that bring our products and brands to life in the U.S. market. This role requires a balance of creative thinking and strong technical execution to ensure artwork is visually compelling and production-ready. Working across multiple brands and product categories, this role requires strong creative thinking, technical accuracy, and attention to detail. The designer will collaborate closely with Product Development, Buying, Graphics, and Production teams to deliver consistent, high-quality packaging from concept through final production.

Requirements

Strong visual storytelling and creative problem-solving ability
Strong understanding of retail packaging design
Excellent typography, layout, and composition skills
Ability to design within brand guidelines
Advanced proficiency in: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign (optional)
Strong understanding of print production and packaging specifications
Familiarity with packaging die lines and print processes
Working knowledge of Excel for tracking artwork information
Strong time management and organizational skills
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Strong communication and collaboration skills
High attention to detail
Ability to work independently in a remote team environment
Minimum 4+ years professional graphic design experience
Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or Fine Arts, or equivalent experience
Applicants must submit a portfolio.
Fully remote position based in Cape Town
Collaborative work with global teams across North America and Asia
Fast-paced environment supporting retail product development cycle
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and via digital platforms.

Responsibilities

Design and develop retail packaging for in-line and clip strip products.
Create packaging layouts that maximize shelf impact and shopper engagement.
Apply brand guidelines consistently across product categories.
Translate written or verbal product briefs into effective visual solutions.
Create visual assets including: Product packaging layouts, Icons and graphics, Product illustrations/images, Logos and brand elements.
Prepare print-ready artwork files including the following: Die lines, Bleeds, Color profiles, Typography standards.
Coordinate with overseas production teams and suppliers to ensure artwork accuracy.
Maintain and evolve brand style guides.
Ensure visual consistency across packaging and marketing materials.
Support brand rollout initiatives across product categories.
Work closely with: Product Development Team, Buying / Merchandising Team, Graphics Team, Overseas production partners (US & Taiwan).
Participate in regular project meetings to align on timelines and deliverables.
Stay current with design trends, software tools, and packaging production techniques.
Identify opportunities to improve design processes and efficiencies.
Understand and demonstrate safe work practices at all times to ensure a safe work environment.
Comply with all company policies and procedures.
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned by your supervisor.