Description:
We are seeking a talented Packaging Designer to join Credo’s in-house Creative Team. As the Packaging Designer, you will play a key role in shaping and enhancing the visual identity of Credo owned brands. Your primary responsibility will be to design innovative and sustainable primary and secondary packaging that aligns with our commitment to clean beauty and sustainability. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will ensure that the packaging not only reflects our brand values but also engages consumers across various touchpoints, both in the retail environment and online–spanning skin care, body care, makeup and tools. You will also assist the team with production design as needed, with an acute attention to detail. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in design, typography, color and print mechanicals within the beauty, fashion, or luxury retail industry.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conceptualize the visual direction of packaging for new brand and product launches.
- Lead the packaging design process, from exploration to presentation-ready renders and print-ready artwork.
- Oversee the creative production process, collaborating with product development, vendors, printers, and suppliers.
- Design bespoke kits, limited edition packaging, seasonal assortments, and e-commerce shipper boxes.
- Ensure packaging designs effectively communicate Credo's commitment to clean beauty and sustainability.
- Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and materials for innovative and eco-conscious packaging concepts.
- Collaborate with the creative team, providing design expertise for overall storytelling and visual representation.
PRIMARY RELATIONSHIPS
- Creative Team: Collaborate closely with the VP of Creative and the creative team.
- Credo Brands: Work closely with Product Development, Account/Project Management, and General Manager.
- Packaging Development Vendors, Suppliers, and Printers: Maintain relationships for high-quality packaging solutions.
- Marketing and Merchandising Teams: Align with teams to establish branding direction and collaborate on custom kits.
- Visual Merchandising: Collaborate to ensure packaging has maximum impact in the retail environment.
- Sustainability and Impact Team: Engage proactively to ensure packaging meets Credo’s Clean Standards and Sustainable Packaging Guidelines.
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in design or related field.
- 3-5 years of packaging design experience, preferably in a creative design agency or beauty brands.
- Strong portfolio showcasing conceptualization, design, and execution, with a focus on packaging.
- Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
- Understanding of digital printing processes and knowledge of photography, illustration, typography, and digital formats.
- Strong design skills in print, typography, and color (Pantone).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing requirements and priorities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills with high attention to detail.
- Must have the ability to meet in-person in Los Angeles in accordance with hybrid working arrangement.