SKIMS
Compensation: $100,000 - $120,000 / year
Department: Design and Product
Location: Los Angeles HQ
Description
SKIMS is looking for an experienced packaging designer to develop creative and cost‑effective packaging designs for our products. As a packaging designer, you will work to develop functional, eye‑catching packaging designs that resonate with SKIMS’ target market and comply with state health and safety regulations. You should have a good eye for style and in‑depth knowledge of packaging regulations. A top‑class packaging designer should be able to analyze market trends and create product packaging that is both eye‑catching and functional.
Key Responsibilities
- Concept and design innovative packaging solutions that reflect SKIMS’ elevated brand aesthetic and enhance the overall consumer experience.
- Maintain and evolve the SKIMS packaging system, ensuring consistency across product lines, retail formats, and seasonal launches.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to understand project requirements, timelines, and constraints.
- Partner with the Creative and Marketing teams to ensure packaging aligns with campaign storytelling, merchandising strategies, and brand standards.
- Partner with graphic designers and copywriters to finalize packaging text, graphics, and visual details.
- Work closely with Product Development and Production teams to ensure feasibility, cost alignment, and manufacturability of packaging designs.
- Produce detailed specifications and hand‑off documents for suppliers; review prototypes and samples to ensure accuracy and high‑quality execution.
- Work with packaging suppliers, printers, and vendors to test, refine, and qualify materials, finishes, and prototypes.
- Produce packaging mock‑ups to support design reviews and decision‑making.
- Conduct competitive and trend analysis to keep packaging relevant, engaging, and aligned with market expectations.
- Identify suitable packaging materials and conduct feasibility studies to ensure functionality and cost efficiency.
- Ensure packaging meets sustainability targets, cost objectives, and manufacturability standards.
- Present final designs and recommendations to stakeholders and company leadership.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high design quality.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Bachelor’s degree in industrial design, graphic design, art, or a similar field.
- Marketing experience would be preferable.
- Proven experience working as a packaging designer.
- Natural talent for design and a keen eye for detail.
- Experience with market research and product placement advertising.
- Familiarity with various packaging materials.
- Knowledge of consumer packaging health and safety regulations.
- Proficient with 3D design software including CAD or AutoCAD.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Benefits and Culture
- Up to 100% Company Paid Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
- Kind Body Fertility Benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with up to 4% match
- Unlimited PTO
- Full Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Employee Discounts
Perks (HQ Location)
- Free weekly catered lunch at HQ – M/T/W/Th
- Dog‑Friendly office on a Thursday and Friday
- Free Swag Giveaways
- Annual Holiday Party
- Annual Summer Party
- Invitations to pop‑ups and other company events
- Complimentary daily office snacks and beverages
Seniority level
- Associate
Employment type
- Full‑time
Job function
- Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology
- Retail Apparel and Fashion