Packaging Designer

Aquent is partnering with a global leader in the beauty industry, renowned for its commitment to innovation and excellence in product development. This organization is dedicated to crafting exceptional consumer experiences through sophisticated design and strategic brand building, consistently setting trends and elevating standards within the market.

Aquent is seeking a visionary **Packaging Designer** to join our client's dynamic creative team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in shaping the physical identity of products for a beloved brand, driving creative innovation from concept to consumer. Your designs will not only captivate but also define the tactile experience of offerings across various categories, making a significant impact on brand perception and market presence. You will contribute directly to the visual language and consumer interaction with products, influencing key projects and initiatives that launch new lines and refresh existing favorites.

As a Senior Designer, you will lead the strategic creative development and execution of all primary and secondary packaging, seasonal programs, collateral items, bags, and creative mailers. You will be at the forefront of identifying new packaging opportunities, collaborating closely with leadership to push boundaries and bring groundbreaking ideas to life. This role offers a unique opportunity to see your creative vision translate into tangible products that reach a global audience, directly impacting brand success and consumer engagement.

**What You'll Do:**

* Generate highly innovative concepts and product designs that align with the overall brand strategy.

* Oversee the entire design and production lifecycle for all product packaging, from initial concept to final execution.

* Develop compelling concept presentations, including concept decks, mood boards, detailed drawings, realistic renderings, and physical models.

* Manage all departmental design-to-order processes and ensure adherence to packaging standards.

* Design for diverse consumer touchpoints, including specialty-multi and open-sell environments.

* Collaborate with comp houses to produce high-quality presentation comps.

* Manage packaging artwork and retouching processes to maintain brand integrity.

* Attend press runs and other production runs to ensure design fidelity.

* Work closely with cross-functional departments, participating in regular status meetings with various internal and external groups.

* Operate effectively within multi-disciplinary teams, fostering collaboration with colleagues in marketing, packaging development, creative teams, technical development, and third-party vendors.

* Support the sourcing and utilization of outside vendors, artists, and designers to discover and implement innovative packaging solutions.

**Must-Have Qualifications:**

* 5+ years of related experience within the beauty industry.

* A Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Industrial Design, Packaging Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.

* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

* Demonstrated experience with 3D CAD/Modeling and rendering in a Mac environment.

* Proficiency in SolidWorks, Rhino, and/or other 3D modeling programs.

* Knowledge of industrial and manufacturing processes, finishes, and materials.

**Ideal Candidate Profile:**

* A conceptual thinker with a strong sensibility for shape and 3D visualization, capable of ideating, developing, presenting, and executing projects from start to finish with the highest quality.

* Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines, within budget, and adapt to changing priorities and creative approaches.

* A high level of curiosity, consistently seeking to understand and explore new possibilities.

* A proactive individual who challenges standard practices and applies new ways of thinking to generate innovative ideas and opportunities.

* Demonstrates flexibility and encourages creativity in their own work and that of others.

* Possesses strong influencing skills, both internally and externally, to gain commitment, agreement, and support for creative visions.

* Actively builds and nurtures relationships, fostering an environment of trust and collaboration.

* Strong knowledge of the competitive landscape and current design and fashion trends.

**About Aquent Talent:**

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.

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