Senior Packaging Designer Stickers
Bristol, CT - USA
Job Summary
As a Senior Packaging Designer you will collaborate cross-functional teams across designated brands in designing Sticker Guide art including character art prints and graphic compositions for consumer products. You will drive concept-to-prototype execution contribute to packaging strategy elevate visual branding and support and mentor junior design talent within the team. You will serve as a key technical and creative pillar within the packaging department working closely with packaging managers and cross-functional partners to bring innovative product packaging to life from concept through final production.
What You Will Do:
- Support the Packaging Design Manager throughout the design process (including brainstorming design prototype development and production)
- Develop innovative packaging design systems that are functional while also maintaining the aesthetics and brand integrity to meet packaging objectives
- Evaluate packaging designs for fit structure function suitable materials quality cost effectiveness manufacturability transportation industry best practices and high standards of the brand
- Evaluate consumer and market trends for packaging materials
- Responsible for managing time-line requirements and maintaining schedule to support production
- Prepare sketches of ideas detailed drawings and artwork using Adobe Creative Suite
- Work collaboratively to develop and implement strategies across product lines
- Provide updates on current projects with both national and international teams
- Regularly attend meetings with cross-functional departments
- Collaborate with cross functional departments to produce functional yet eye catching products
- Brainstorm packaging ideas using hand sketches verbal cues words and design software
- Ensure packaging designs accurately represent the companys brand
- Packaging die line template creation or modification
- Complete final mock-up designs using computer modeling software
- Prepare submissions for licensor approval
- Follow workflow and sign-off protocols to ensure final deliverables are error-free
- Prep final files for production and work with the production team on specifics such as Pantone matching proofing etc.
- Approve print proofs and samples (FEPs) before going into production
- Organize and maintain project and digital archives
- Take ownership of managing the design & development process to make sure the deadlines/deliverable dates are met
- Take ownership on various packaging projects and work with outside vendors to help execute as needed
- Bring cohesion between available packaging materials and the aesthetics and functionality of the final product
- Perform other duties as assigned
What We Are Looking For:
- Bachelors degree in graphic design art industrial design or other industry relevant field is a plus.
5 years of packaging design experience in consumer products (CPG) with a strong preference for toys kids products or trend-driven brands.
Proven experience working with style guides licensed brands die-lines structural concepts and physical mock-ups.
Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator Photoshop InDesign) and working knowledge of computer modeling/3D software for mock-up designs. Proficient in Microsoft Office & G-Suite.
Deep understanding of printing processes and mechanical preparation (4-color process spot/Pantone colors paper stock file formats bleeds resolution and proofing/FEP approvals). Strong knowledge of packaging materials and manufacturing processes.
Excellent graphic design skills with a strong sense of aesthetics innovation typography color theory and visual hierarchy.
Demonstrated ability to mentor coach and support junior creative talent and lead by example.
Exceptional project management and organizational skills with strict attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Proactive problem solver and critical thinker able to make well-informed design decisions independently or collaboratively.
Strong interpersonal visual verbal and written communication skills across cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Stays actively informed on current marketplace trends packaging innovations and the competitive toy landscape.
Highly self-motivated adaptable to shifting priorities and driven to achieve design excellence.
Nice To Have:
- Experience in a global company
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What we offer
The base salary may vary based on experience role tenure performance industry and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer so the salary range may not apply to other states.
Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children employee basic life and AD&D insurance a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals short and long-term disability and tuition reimbursement.
Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes a Monday through Thursday on-site with an optional WFH on Fridays up to 20 workdays fully remote each year and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.
Reasonable Accommodations
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working at Jazwares
At Jazwares we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.
- Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products relationships and commitment to our community.
- Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
- Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.
Dont miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today and lets shape the future of play together!
JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race color sex religion national or ethnic origin citizenship status ancestry disability age military status marital status sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities.
Who We Are
Jazwares a Berkshire Hathaway company is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997 Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows Pokémon Hello Kitty Star Wars Five Nights at Freddys Disney BumBumz and addition to toys offerings include costumes games and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation Florida Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information visit follow us onLinkedInXInstagram andFacebook.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
About Company
Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows, Pokémon, Star Wars, CoComelon, Fortnite, AEW, Adopt Me!, Hello Kitty, and many more. In addition to toys, offerings also include Metaverse gaming, costumes, and products for pets. ... View more