Packaging Designer [Contract]

Spin Master•Wilton, CT

3d•$35 - $50•Hybrid

About The Position

Melissa & Doug is looking for a part-time contract Packaging Designer to support projects as needed. This role is not a full-time position at this time. Spin Master is a fast-paced, hands-on organization that provides many great opportunities for impactful decision-making; though our challenging start-up atmosphere isn’t for everyone, we have a proven record of opportunities for future advancement and internal transfers for our passionate and results driven team. Everyone is welcome in our sandbox and we are committed to an accessible and inclusive hiring process that provides reasonable accommodation to all applicants. Spin Master strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment processes. Should you require an accommodation, please contact our Talent Acquisition team, by email at [email protected] or by phone at 416 364-6002 and we will work with you to meet your accessibility needs. Follow us on Instagram and Twitter @SpinMaster to stay up to date on Spin Master career opportunities. We do appreciate all interest; however only those selected for interview will be contacted.

Requirements

Experience in the consumer products industry; toy package design preferred.
Advanced knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat PRO.
Basic knowledge of Excel and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Heightened creative and technical abilities including conceptual drawing, and manual illustration a plus.

Responsibilities

Create packaging design concepts that support brand strategy.
Create final artwork and ensure integrity of production deliverables relating to packaging and instructions.
Manage the timelines of the projects assigned to you.
Follow established approval procedures and protocols.
Maintain a consistent high level of quality, thoroughness and attention to detail.
Effectively communicate all project related progress/issues or concerns to the Art Director in a timely and professional manner.
Collaborate with Structural Engineering, Marketing, Quality Control and Product Development teams as well as overseas agents, as necessary, in the package development and approval process.