Packaging Designer - Plush Toys

Jazwares, LLC•Plantation, FL

47d•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Packaging Designer, you will be responsible for developing innovative, visually compelling packaging solutions across licensed and non-licensed plush product lines. This role plays a critical part in elevating brand presence, ensuring consistency with brand and licensor guidelines, and enhancing consumer engagement across various retail environments. The ideal candidate will bring a strong design sensibility, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Requirements

3+ years of experience in packaging design.
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and Adobe Creative Suite.
Skilled in applying and adhering to branding style guides.
Strong understanding of design principles, layout composition, and typography.
Exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for visual quality.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with cross functional departments.
Highly organized, accountable and capable of solving problems.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
Proficient in Google Workspace (G-Suite) tools.

Nice To Haves

Experience in consumer goods, preferably in the toy/entertainment industry

Responsibilities

Develop innovative and functional packaging concepts, structural designs, and high-quality renders to support retail presentations and internal reviews.
Uphold the aesthetics, look and brand integrity of all packaging designs by ensuring alignment with established graphics standards, layout principles and photo retouching to meet packaging objectives.
Proficient in evaluating package designs for fit, structure, function, material selection, cost effectiveness manufacturability and transportation feasibility.
Collaborate closely with the Brand team to ensure that all objectives translate into compelling packaging designs that meet both internal goals and licensor guidelines.
Ensure that all deadlines are met, proactively communicate potential delays and challenges to leadership.
Stay informed on packaging industry trends, materials, technologies, and competitor activities to contribute fresh, innovative ideas and design solutions.
Partners cross functionally with internal teams, communicate regularly with the Brand team, Product Manager’s and the Asia packaging team to ensure seamless execution from concept through production.
Review and approve print proofs, final engineering pilots (FEPs), and pre-production samples to ensure quality and accuracy before mass production.
Modify and create packaging die-lines.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children
Employee basic life and AD&D insurance
401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals
Short and long-term disability
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work schedule
Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays
Up to 20 workdays fully remote each year
Time Off for vacation and sick leave
Opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects