Graphic Designer - remote role

PGTEK

1d•Remote

About The Position

We are seeking a Graphic Designer to support brand visuals, digital assets, and, most importantly, physical product packaging and design. The ability to work independently on package design is mandatory. This is a hands-on role working directly with a founder-led brand in the outdoor and endurance vertical markets. Someone local to the Salt Lake City metro area would be ideal, however this is a remote position and the individual can live anywhere USA.

Requirements

Ability to work independently on package design
Proficiency in packaging design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign
Ability to create and modify accurate packaging dielines for cartons, pouches, labels, sleeves, and corrugated packaging
Strong understanding of print production processes, including flexographic, offset, digital, and gravure printing
Knowledge of packaging material specifications such as paperboard, films, laminates, foils, and corrugated substrates
Experience preparing press-ready production files, including bleeds, trapping, overprints, spot colors, and prepress checks
Understanding of color management systems, including CMYK, Pantone matching, and print color consistency across vendors
Ability to collaborate with packaging engineers, manufacturers, printers, and marketing teams to ensure functional and manufacturable designs
Strong typography, layout, and brand identity skills for creating packaging that stands out at retail while maintaining compliance
Familiarity with FDA/USDA labeling requirements, barcode placement, nutritional panels, and regulatory packaging standards
Attention to detail and organizational skills to manage version control, artwork revisions, SKU variations, and packaging specification documents
Strong visual design sense and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines without supervision
Support brand consistency across all digital channels
Familiarity with Shopify or similar CMS platforms

Nice To Haves

Experience with food or supplement packaging is desirable
Basic Adobe Premiere or Final Cut Pro (FCP)
Basic Shopify experience

Responsibilities

Proficiency in packaging design software such as Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe InDesign
Ability to create and modify accurate packaging dielines for cartons, pouches, labels, sleeves, and corrugated packaging
Strong understanding of print production processes, including flexographic, offset, digital, and gravure printing
Knowledge of packaging material specifications such as paperboard, films, laminates, foils, and corrugated substrates
Experience preparing press-ready production files, including bleeds, trapping, overprints, spot colors, and prepress checks
Understanding of color management systems, including CMYK, Pantone matching, and print color consistency across vendors
Ability to collaborate with packaging engineers, manufacturers, printers, and marketing teams to ensure functional and manufacturable designs
Strong typography, layout, and brand identity skills for creating packaging that stands out at retail while maintaining compliance
Familiarity with FDA/USDA labeling requirements, barcode placement, nutritional panels, and regulatory packaging standards
Attention to detail and organizational skills to manage version control, artwork revisions, SKU variations, and packaging specification documents
Design marketing assets (social media, email graphics, product visuals, trade show assets)
Support brand consistency across all digital channels
Assist with product launches, landing pages, promotions, and email formatting
Manage basic site updates, including imagery, copy, collections, and banners

Benefits

Comprehensive PPO medical coverage with access to a Health Savings Account (HSA) option
Vision plan
Dental insurance with the base dental plan option paid for by PGTEK
Life Insurance
Short and Long-Term disability
Critical Illness insurance
Matching 401(k) plan
Discount on pet insurance through ASPCA Pet Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Generous amount of PTO and Holidays
Education Assistance Program is available after 12 months of employment