Package Designer, Freelance

Description

OXO, the global brand leader in the home and housewares industry, is looking for a Freelance Junior to Mid-Level Package Designer to create impactful, modern package design, point-of-purchase, signage, and collateral. This role requires 40 hours per week for a 9-to-12-month engagement and pays up to $45/hour (commensurate with experience). Our office is in NYC where all team members are required to work in person at least 2 days per week. No recruiters, please.

Responsibilities

· Report to the Senior Packaging Design Manager to own multiple simultaneous packaging projects from concept to completion

· Analyze project requirements and explore concepts that deliver on packaging project objectives, adhering to established packaging templates

· Create package renderings and 3D mockups to inform design solutions

· Pitch design solutions to internal stakeholders including the OXO Brand Design Team, Product Development and Sales

· Use feedback and creative critiques to improve your solutions and the brand’s presence at retail

· Visit local retail stores as needed to inform opportunities and limitations

· Create pre-production decks to inform photoshoot planning for packaging and e-commerce

· Collaborate with photography team to create compelling, on-brand packaging and digital images

· Partner with Production Manager to produce final packaging files that are accurate and on time

Qualifications

· Up to three years of experience as a Package Designer, including carded and boxed items

· Experience contributing to photography development and using photography on packaging

· Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite software including InDesign software

· Understanding of print production including four-color process and spot color printing

· Experience prototyping and rendering packages

· Ability to creatively problem solve

· Keen eye for detail with acute sensitivity to typography, spatial relationships, and imagery

· Excellent time management and multitasking abilities

· BA in Graphic Design or Packaging Design

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and website with work samples to oxobranddesignjobs@helenoftroy.com