Sol de Janeiro
Launched in 2015, Sol de Janeiro is a globally recognized, award-winning beauty brand, drawing inspiration from Brazil’s beauty rituals, warmth, and spirit. Sol de Janeiro delivers a sensory experience beloved by multi-generational consumers worldwide, with clinically proven results, transformative textures, and transportive fragrances.
Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned high-profile honors, including being named one of TIME 00’s 2024 Most Influential Companies, Fast Company’s 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies, and WWD Beauty Inc’s Power Brands of 2024, underscoring its leadership in the beauty industry and outstanding workplace.
What You’ll Do The Director, Packaging Design is responsible for defining and delivering the global aesthetic, structural design intent, and sensorial expression of Sol de Janeiro packaging, ensuring every pack reinforces brand equity, premium cues, and consistency across categories, channels, and markets.
This role owns creative authorship of packaging not engineering, timelines, or production.
As Sol de Janeiro scales globally across categories and markets, packaging becomes one of the brand’s most powerful and enduring assets. At scale, packaging must:
Signal quality, efficacy, and credibility instantly
Create strong shelf and digital presence
Translate globally without dilution
Support franchise growth and long‑term brand equity
Balance creativity, scalability, and commercial reality
This role exists to ensure packaging remains a strategic brand system, not a series of isolated executions.
What You’ll Be Working On GLOBAL PACKAGING DESIGN AUTHORSHIP
Own the creative vision and design intent for all primary and secondary packaging across:
fragrance
body care
skincare
gift sets and limited editions
Define and evolve:
form language and silhouette
graphic systems and hierarchy
color, finishes, and materials (from a design POV)
Ensure packaging aligns with the broader brand world, creative direction, and premiumization strategy.
GLOBAL PACKAGING ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN SYSTEMS
Develop and steward global packaging architecture systems, including:
master bottle families
component and closure systems
decoration standards
Enable scale, speed, and consistency across SKUs, regions, and categories while preserving creative distinction.
Ensure new designs reinforce but do not fragment existing brand equities.
STRUCTURAL & GRAPHIC DESIGN LEADERSHIP (2D + 3D)
Partner with Packaging Development (Supply Chain) to:
translate creative intent into feasible structures
protect design integrity through engineering and tooling
Review and approve samples to ensure they meet creative standards before production.
PACKAGING FOR RETAIL, DTC & PHYSICAL EXPERIENCE
Design packaging systems that perform across:
specialty retail (e.g., Sephora)
DTC and unboxing experiences
pop‑ups and flagship environments
Partner with Retail Experience & VM to ensure packaging integrates seamlessly into merchandising, planograms, and in‑store storytelling.
Ensure packaging translates clearly and powerfully into ecommerce PDPs, thumbnails, and social content.
CLAIMS, ICONOGRAPHY & VISUAL SEMIOTICS
Partner with Brand Voice and Product Marketing to design:
iconography systems
visual semiotics that signal efficacy, sensoriality, and positioning
Ensure packaging communicates clearly at shelf and digitally, even when copy is limited or localized.
DESIGN AUTHORITY FOR SUSTAINABILITY EXPRESSION
Act as the design authority on sustainability expression, partnering with Supply Chain to:
integrate sustainable materials and solutions
ensure sustainability is expressed in a brand‑right, premium way
Avoid generic or trend‑driven “eco aesthetics” that dilute brand equity.
COST‑AWARE DESIGN THINKING (WITHOUT COST OWNERSHIP)
Design packaging solutions with a strong understanding of:
scalability constraints
manufacturing realitiesEnable early creative decisions that balance brand ambition with commercial realism, minimizing late‑stage compromises.
BRAND GOVERNANCE & GLOBAL CONSISTENCY
Act as a brand guardian for packaging globally.
Ensure consistency across:
categories
regions
permanent vs. promotional packs
Partner with Creative Ops & Regional Enablement to:
support regional adaptations within global guardrails
prevent over‑localization or fragmentation.
EXTERNAL DESIGN LEADERSHIP & PARTNERSHIPS
Lead and inspire external design agencies, vendors, and partners.
Set a high creative bar across all collaborators.
Position Sol de Janeiro as a design‑led brand within the global packaging and creative community.
Attract top‑tier design talent and partnerships through clarity of vision and standards.
TEAM LEADERSHIP & CAPABILITY BUILDING
Lead, mentor, and develop internal and external packaging designers.
Build a culture of:
consumer‑centric design thinking
Elevate packaging design as a core creative discipline within the organization.
WHAT THIS ROLE DOES NOT OWN
Own packaging engineering or manufacturing
Manage production timelines or budgets
Own sustainability compliance or regulatory approvals
Own GTM strategy or launch orchestration
Own PLM systems or SKU setup
Approve regional commercial plans
WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?
Packaging is instantly recognizable as Sol de Janeiro
Strong premium cues across all categories and markets
Coherent franchise architecture that scales globally
Packaging performs at shelf, online, and in‑hand
High regional adoption of global packaging systems
Packaging strengthens long‑term brand equity, not just short‑term launches.
MUST HAVES
8–12+ years of experience in packaging design (2D and 3D), ideally within beauty, fragrance, luxury, or lifestyle brands
structural packaging
graphic systems
materials and finishes
Deep understanding of packaging materials, print processes, and production realities
Proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional creative projects
Experience partnering closely with engineering and supply chain teams
PREFERRED
Global brand experience
Experience designing for Sephora or similar specialty retail
Familiarity with DTC unboxing and ecommerce considerations
Experience working with international vendors and agencies
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Exceptional aesthetic judgment and attention to detail
Clear creative POV paired with pragmatism
Comfortable defending design intent while adapting to constraints
Calm, collaborative, and solutions‑oriented
Structured thinker who values systems and consistency
Curious about materials, innovation, and consumer behavior
#LI‑Hybrid
Salary Range
$150,000 - $180,000 USD
Competitive salary and bonus program for full‑time team members
Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
The chance to be part of a fast‑growing, award‑winning global beauty brand
Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at careers@soldejaneiro.com.
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Headquartered in New York and launched as a digitally native brand, we have expanded globally with teams in Paris, London, and Germany. Our commitment to excellence has earned high-profile honors, including being named one of TIME 00’s 2024 Most Influential Companies, Fast Company’s 2024 World's Most Innovative Companies, and WWD Beauty Inc’s Power Brands of 2024, underscoring its leadership in the beauty industry and outstanding workplace.
What You’ll Do The Director, Packaging Design is responsible for defining and delivering the global aesthetic, structural design intent, and sensorial expression of Sol de Janeiro packaging, ensuring every pack reinforces brand equity, premium cues, and consistency across categories, channels, and markets.
This role owns creative authorship of packaging not engineering, timelines, or production.
As Sol de Janeiro scales globally across categories and markets, packaging becomes one of the brand’s most powerful and enduring assets. At scale, packaging must:
Signal quality, efficacy, and credibility instantly
Create strong shelf and digital presence
Translate globally without dilution
Support franchise growth and long‑term brand equity
Balance creativity, scalability, and commercial reality
This role exists to ensure packaging remains a strategic brand system, not a series of isolated executions.
What You’ll Be Working On GLOBAL PACKAGING DESIGN AUTHORSHIP
Own the creative vision and design intent for all primary and secondary packaging across:
fragrance
body care
skincare
gift sets and limited editions
Define and evolve:
form language and silhouette
graphic systems and hierarchy
color, finishes, and materials (from a design POV)
Ensure packaging aligns with the broader brand world, creative direction, and premiumization strategy.
GLOBAL PACKAGING ARCHITECTURE & DESIGN SYSTEMS
Develop and steward global packaging architecture systems, including:
master bottle families
component and closure systems
decoration standards
Enable scale, speed, and consistency across SKUs, regions, and categories while preserving creative distinction.
Ensure new designs reinforce but do not fragment existing brand equities.
STRUCTURAL & GRAPHIC DESIGN LEADERSHIP (2D + 3D)
Partner with Packaging Development (Supply Chain) to:
translate creative intent into feasible structures
protect design integrity through engineering and tooling
Review and approve samples to ensure they meet creative standards before production.
PACKAGING FOR RETAIL, DTC & PHYSICAL EXPERIENCE
Design packaging systems that perform across:
specialty retail (e.g., Sephora)
DTC and unboxing experiences
pop‑ups and flagship environments
Partner with Retail Experience & VM to ensure packaging integrates seamlessly into merchandising, planograms, and in‑store storytelling.
Ensure packaging translates clearly and powerfully into ecommerce PDPs, thumbnails, and social content.
CLAIMS, ICONOGRAPHY & VISUAL SEMIOTICS
Partner with Brand Voice and Product Marketing to design:
iconography systems
visual semiotics that signal efficacy, sensoriality, and positioning
Ensure packaging communicates clearly at shelf and digitally, even when copy is limited or localized.
DESIGN AUTHORITY FOR SUSTAINABILITY EXPRESSION
Act as the design authority on sustainability expression, partnering with Supply Chain to:
integrate sustainable materials and solutions
ensure sustainability is expressed in a brand‑right, premium way
Avoid generic or trend‑driven “eco aesthetics” that dilute brand equity.
COST‑AWARE DESIGN THINKING (WITHOUT COST OWNERSHIP)
Design packaging solutions with a strong understanding of:
scalability constraints
manufacturing realitiesEnable early creative decisions that balance brand ambition with commercial realism, minimizing late‑stage compromises.
BRAND GOVERNANCE & GLOBAL CONSISTENCY
Act as a brand guardian for packaging globally.
Ensure consistency across:
categories
regions
permanent vs. promotional packs
Partner with Creative Ops & Regional Enablement to:
support regional adaptations within global guardrails
prevent over‑localization or fragmentation.
EXTERNAL DESIGN LEADERSHIP & PARTNERSHIPS
Lead and inspire external design agencies, vendors, and partners.
Set a high creative bar across all collaborators.
Position Sol de Janeiro as a design‑led brand within the global packaging and creative community.
Attract top‑tier design talent and partnerships through clarity of vision and standards.
TEAM LEADERSHIP & CAPABILITY BUILDING
Lead, mentor, and develop internal and external packaging designers.
Build a culture of:
consumer‑centric design thinking
Elevate packaging design as a core creative discipline within the organization.
WHAT THIS ROLE DOES NOT OWN
Own packaging engineering or manufacturing
Manage production timelines or budgets
Own sustainability compliance or regulatory approvals
Own GTM strategy or launch orchestration
Own PLM systems or SKU setup
Approve regional commercial plans
WHAT DOES SUCCESS LOOK LIKE?
Packaging is instantly recognizable as Sol de Janeiro
Strong premium cues across all categories and markets
Coherent franchise architecture that scales globally
Packaging performs at shelf, online, and in‑hand
High regional adoption of global packaging systems
Packaging strengthens long‑term brand equity, not just short‑term launches.
MUST HAVES
8–12+ years of experience in packaging design (2D and 3D), ideally within beauty, fragrance, luxury, or lifestyle brands
structural packaging
graphic systems
materials and finishes
Deep understanding of packaging materials, print processes, and production realities
Proven ability to lead complex, cross‑functional creative projects
Experience partnering closely with engineering and supply chain teams
PREFERRED
Global brand experience
Experience designing for Sephora or similar specialty retail
Familiarity with DTC unboxing and ecommerce considerations
Experience working with international vendors and agencies
SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES
Exceptional aesthetic judgment and attention to detail
Clear creative POV paired with pragmatism
Comfortable defending design intent while adapting to constraints
Calm, collaborative, and solutions‑oriented
Structured thinker who values systems and consistency
Curious about materials, innovation, and consumer behavior
#LI‑Hybrid
Salary Range
$150,000 - $180,000 USD
Competitive salary and bonus program for full‑time team members
Flexible hybrid work environment with opportunities for collaboration and growth
Inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and celebrates individuality
The chance to be part of a fast‑growing, award‑winning global beauty brand
Sol de Janeiro is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We are an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.
Requests for accommodation due to a disability or any other protected characteristic can be made at any stage of the recruitment process and during employment by contacting our People Experience Team at careers@soldejaneiro.com.
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