24 Seven Talent
Our client in the fragrance space is looking for a Packaging Designer to join their team!
Title: Packaging Designer
Employment Type: Full-Time
Location: Edison, NJ (Onsite: 4 days/week)
Base Pay Range: $70,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr
Role Summary
Seeking a Packaging Designer specializing in fragrance to own the visual translation of fragrance concepts and olfactive trends into compelling bottle decoration and secondary packaging. This role balances brand storytelling with manufacturability, cost, sustainability, and global compliance.
Core Responsibilities
Trend & Concept Development
Research seasonal design trends and translate them into visual directions, concepts, and packaging ideas.
Primary Packaging Design
Create artwork for packaging components using both standard and custom structures.
Define finishes, treatments, and material options in alignment with brand strategy and production capabilities.
Secondary Packaging Design
Design cartons, sleeves, inserts, and other outer packaging elements that support the overall product and brand system.
Develop production-ready dielines and specifications, including special finishes and print enhancements.
Produce digital mockups, renderings, and visual assets for presentations, internal reviews, and e-commerce.
Collaborate with teams and suppliers to ensure accurate sampling and material representation.
Production File Preparation
Prepare mechanicals and production-ready files including layers, color separations, and finishing plates.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with suppliers, production teams, marketing, and other stakeholders to ensure feasibility, execution quality, and timelines.
Documentation & File Management
Maintain organized spec sheets, release files, and supporting documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
Tools & Skills
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
Experience with 3D or packaging tools (e.g., ESKO, KeyShot, Blender, or similar) preferred.
Understanding of production processes, substrates, and printing methods.
Strong typography, layout, and visual systems skills.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Art/Creative, Marketing, and Design
Industries
Marketing Services, Advertising Services, and Personal Care Product Manufacturing
Benefits
Medical insurance
401(k) plan
Vision insurance
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