PackagingDesigner

Leading Intimate Apparel company looking for a dynamic, experienced Packaging/Graphic Designer. The ideal candidate has a strong packaging design background, solid organizational skills,

communicates effectively cross-functionally and has a thorough understanding of packaging in order to execute materials that properly represent the company’s product & brands while maintaining cost & delivery parameters.

Responsibilities:

Lead the design process for all graphic design & packaging products - conceptualizing, designing, and executing the following: hangtags, callout tags, collar tags, size tags,

labels (care labels/heat transfer labels), polybags, paper box packaging, inserts, stickers, gift packaging, specialty packaging, PDQs, presentation packaging, etc.

Create functional, creative designs, utilizing materials that will engage the customer & create a cohesive brand presence.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, merchandising, & product management to create outstanding copy & graphics.
Create mechanical sketches, packaging mock-ups & approve printing proofs.
Create CADs & presentation sheets for the factories & buyers.
Work within the PLM system to update final artwork for orders.
Create packing instructions for the factories & communicate requirements as needed.
Retouching model photos/digitally adding garments onto the body
Evaluate market trends and analyze competitor designs & materials.
Develop branding and design elements to differentiate from competitors.
Ability to bring a fresh perspective to the product without losing original intent.

Candidates must have:

Advanced experience creating dielines with measurements, quality, etc. for factory use
Graphic Design & Package Design experience including creating prototypes.
Have a thorough knowledge of the technical design of the product (specs, layout, construction)
Natural talent for design and an eye for detail & overall aesthetic. Able to think conceptually.
Familiarity with various packaging materials.
Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator & Photoshop), as well as photo editing & retouching.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be efficient, organized, and able to meet tight deadlines.
Must have strong, creative problem-solving skills as well as strong interpersonal, communication & project management skills.
Excellent team player.
Must be able to provide a portfolio of previous work.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, industrial design, art, or a similar field.
5-7 years work experience in the field.
Job Type: Full-time, in-office (Fridays remote), midtown NYC

PACKAGING DESIGNER - INTIMATE APPAREL