Packaging & Graphic Designer, Personal Care

American Exchange Group • New York, NY

9d • $90,000 - $100,000 • Onsite

About The Position

American Exchange Group is seeking a Packaging & Graphic Designer to join their dynamic Personal Care team. This role requires a strong understanding of brand guidelines to ensure packaging designs align with marketing objectives and brand aesthetics. The designer will be responsible for conceptualizing ideas, selecting materials, and staying updated on industry trends to create innovative packaging solutions for personal care items such as beauty tools, nail tools, loofahs, and spa towels. This is a full-time, on-site position based in New York City.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience with a background in packaging design with a strong understanding of brand/graphic design
• Expert understanding of all aspects of packaging components, including packaging structure, dyeline creation, preparing files for printer/vendor
• Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite
• Portfolio of design work showcasing ability to conceptualize, design and execute current packaging
• Strong design, verbal, organizational, and time management skills with ability to prioritize and meet multiple project deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Embraces change, challenges and makes recommendations for improvements to products and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with 3D programs is a plus

Responsibilities

• Create retail packaging across all brands in the assigned category
• Ability to produce package dyelines, digital and print mockups and 3D renderings
• Effectively communicate product statements and features through package
• Design and copy to develop elements of packaging
• Develop and maintain packaging technical specifications to ensure their compliance
• Produce factory ready, final print files for production
• Assist with additional packaging design projects as needed

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• Exclusive employee merchandise discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed