Senior Print Packaging Designer

How youll have an impact at Paulas Choice:

The creative team serves as the visual catalyst for the Paulas Choice brand. As a Senior Print & Packaging Designer you will play a key role in shaping our brand identity through innovative packaging solutions. You will have the opportunity to influence branding and printed collateral ensuring that our products stand out on shelves and online.

In this role you will collaborate crossfunctionally with product development marketing and creative teams to design and execute packaging that aligns with brand strategy regulatory requirements and evolving market trends. You will also help streamline processes support sustainability initiatives and oversee one direct report.

As a Senior Print & Packaging Designer a typical day might include a mix of the following:

• Develop and produce packaging concepts dielines and productionready mechanicals.
• Review and approve packaging production samples proofs and vendor prototypes for accuracy and quality.
• Strategize and develop packaging solutions in collaboration with product development marketing and creative teamsincluding both primary (component) and secondary packaging.
• Ensure brand consistency while maintaining compliance with regulatory packaging standards (e.g. FDA EU regulations) and verifying packaging functionality.
• Work within an agile team structure to optimize new and existing packaging collateral ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Support sustainability initiatives by integrating ecofriendly materials and production processes into packaging solutions.
• Collaborate closely with suppliers and vendors to evaluate materials ensure costeffectiveness and troubleshoot production challenges.
• Incorporate user experience (UX) best practices into packaging design considering ease of use unboxing experience and brand storytelling.
• Utilize 3D design tools (such as KeyShot Cinema 4D Blender or Esko Studio) to visualize packaging concepts before production.
• Streamline processes to increase efficiency productivity and quality of executions.
• Support manage and mentor two direct reports fostering professional growth.
• Contribute to broader creative initiatives and assist with additional design projects and collaborating with Senior Digital Designer as needed.

The Details:

• Location: Hybrid; must be based in the Pacific Northwest. This role requires working out of our Seattle WA office up to 50 of the time.
• Hours: Typical business hours; some flexibility required.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to sit for extended periods review physical packaging samples and manage screen time.

What youll bring to the table:

• A strong online portfolio demonstrating expertise in brand identity hierarchy systems packaging and print production.
• BA in Graphic Design or equivalent experience.
• 3 years of experience in packaging design graphic design or production.
• 2 years of experience in a corporate agency or brandfocused design role.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite particularly Illustrator InDesign and Photoshop.
• Strong knowledge of color systems (CMYK RGB Pantone) and an ability to work across various print color fields.
• Understanding of the packaging industry including production art files and print processes.
• Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent time management and problemsolving skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present design ideas and methodology clearly.

What can help you really stand out:

• Experience in consumerfacing packaging fields
• Experience in the cosmetics &/or skincare field
• Experience in Graphic Design for retail

Approximate Salary Range Based on Experience and Location:

$80000 $90000 USD/annually

#LING1