Packaging Designer

IntelliPro Group Inc.•New York, NY

3d•$48 - $52•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Packaging Designer to lead the creative vision and execution of innovative packaging solutions for a globally recognized beauty and consumer products brand. This role is ideal for a highly creative designer with strong technical expertise, a passion for sustainability, and experience bringing packaging concepts from ideation through production. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Marketing, Product Development, Operations, and Regulatory to develop packaging that is visually compelling, manufacturable, and environmentally responsible.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Packaging Design, Industrial Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
Strong professional experience in packaging design for consumer products, cosmetics, beauty, or CPG brands.
Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
Experience with 3D visualization and rendering tools.
Hands-on experience using AI-powered creative tools such as Adobe Firefly or similar platforms.
Deep understanding of sustainable packaging, eco-materials, and circular design principles.
Knowledge of packaging materials, printing methods, manufacturing processes, and production workflows.
Excellent visual communication, presentation, and creative problem-solving skills.
Strong project management and cross-functional collaboration experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with engineering teams during packaging development.
Knowledge of cosmetic or consumer product packaging regulations.
Experience managing external creative agencies or production vendors.
Passion for emerging AI technologies and innovative design workflows.

Responsibilities

Lead the development of packaging concepts across multiple product categories.
Design innovative, consumer-focused packaging that aligns with brand identity and market trends.
Create sustainable packaging solutions using eco-friendly materials and circular design principles.
Develop design systems, packaging standards, and visual guidelines to ensure consistency.
Produce high-quality 2D and 3D renderings using Adobe Creative Suite and modern AI-powered design tools.
Design packaging for new product launches, seasonal collections, limited editions, and product refreshes.
Partner with Engineering to optimize packaging for manufacturability and production efficiency.
Work closely with Marketing, Product Development, Operations, and Regulatory teams throughout the design process.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and multiple priorities while maintaining high-quality deliverables.
Coordinate with external agencies, suppliers, and production partners when required.
Prepare production-ready artwork and packaging files.
Oversee print approvals and production quality to ensure design intent is maintained.
Present creative concepts and design strategies to stakeholders with confidence.
Maintain packaging documentation, specifications, and design rulebooks.
Stay current with packaging trends, consumer insights, AI design technologies, and sustainability advancements.
Explore new creative workflows using AI tools and prompt engineering.
Support onboarding and collaboration with freelance designers and creative agencies.
Promote innovation and continuous improvement across packaging design processes.