Packaging Designer

Job Title: Packaging Designer Company Description A wholesaler best known for its extensive childrenswear presence in off-price, clubs, farm + fleet stores, department stores, and big box/mass is searching for a packaging designer. With offices in New York and Shanghai, they operate with a team of 70+ professionals, ranging from designers to sourcing experts, sales teams, and operations staff.

Job Description : Design creative and functional packaging solutions for all baby apparel, accessory, and sleepwear products Digital and physical packaging and trim submissions to the license and/or customer for approvals. Ensure packaging and trim for each program reflect the design direction and brand’s identity. Prepare production-ready assets, including technical files, dyelines, and artwork for manufacturing.

Work with suppliers and vendors to ensure that packaging and trims are produced to specification. Ensure packaging and trims meet both aesthetic and functional standards before mass production. Create and maintain apparel packaging and trim production guides with the required and most up-to-date item details.

Effectively communicate product statements and features through package design Design private-label branding packaging – hangtags, header cards, Qualifications: 3+ years’ experience with a background in packaging design with a strong understanding of brand/graphic design Expert understanding of all aspects of packaging components, including packaging structure, dieline creation, preparing files for printer/vendor Expert use of Adobe Illustrator Experience with 3D programs is a plus Strong portfolio of design work showcasing ability to conceptualize, design and execute current packaging Manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.

Excellent eye for detail and color. Salary $80,000-$90,000