Packaging Production Designer

icreatives•Bentonville, AR

17h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a talented, full-time Packaging Production Designer to join a dynamic global retail private brand packaging design team near Rogers, Arkansas. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and hands-on creative, with excellent private-brand packaging design, packaging production, and project management skills. This role focuses on creating beautifully integrated packaging that helps customers build brand trust and make informed shopping decisions. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator, is essential.

Requirements

2-5 years as a Packaging Designer or in a similar private branding, retail, or agency environment.
Excellent understanding of print packaging, print production, and packaging manufacturing requirements (substrates, die lines, colors, print processes, etc.).
A portfolio with packaging design and production samples is required (online link preferred).
Savvy with Mac products, Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint).
Self-driven, organized, and a confident communicator.
Champion of team success.
Must be currently authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

Create and adapt effective, compelling visual designs for packaging from concept through production.
Manage packaging design and production projects from concept to completion in a timely manner.
Understand the competitive landscape and trends in packaging design.
Ensure project specifications, requirements, and handoffs are met.
Create mock-ups/comps and final production assets.
Adhere to best practices in branding guidelines, layout, color theory, composition, typography, and graphic design.
Work as a team player in a fast-paced environment and meet deadlines.
Assist in quality control checking art files for specifications and branding requirements.
Act as the prime communicator between cross-functional teams and suppliers.
Communicate with team leads and stakeholders about improvements.