Packaging Designer
Thrive Market, California, MO, United States
Thrive Market was founded in 2014 with a mission to make healthy and sustainable living easy and affordable for everyone. As an online, membership‑based market, we deliver the highest quality healthy and sustainable products at member‑only prices, while matching every paid membership with a free one for someone in need. Every day, we leverage innovative technology and member‑first thinking to help our more than 1,600,000 members find better products, support better brands, and build a better world in the process. We are also a Certified B Corporation, a Public Benefit Corporation, and a Climate Neutral Certified company.
Join us as we bring healthy and sustainable living to millions of Americans in the years to come.
THE ROLE We are looking for a creative and detail‑oriented Packaging Designer to support the development and evolution of packaging across our owned brands. In this role, you will partner closely with cross‑functional teams including Merchandising, Marketing, Creative, and Production to bring our products to life on shelf and online. Your work will shape how Thrive Market communicates brand values, quality, and identity through packaging design.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design packaging for Thrive Market owned brands, ensuring alignment with brand standards and product positioning.
Partner with regulatory teams to ensure compliance elements are incorporated correctly.
Maintain organized packaging files and asset libraries for production efficiency.
Prepare accurate packaging artwork using dielines and printer specifications.
Translate creative briefs into packaging concepts and production‑ready designs.
Collaborate closely with photo, content, merchandising, and marketing teams to understand project goals and creative direction.
Conduct market and competitive research to stay informed on packaging trends, consumer preferences, and category benchmarks.
Develop packaging mockups and presentation materials for internal review and stakeholder feedback.
Provide direction on on‑pack photography, retouching, and visual elements to achieve the desired aesthetic.
Produce Epson prints as needed to support packaging visualization and ensure accuracy during the design process.
Review digital files and coordinate with manufacturers to ensure final packaging is accurate and production‑ready.
Partner with the production design team to finalize packaging assets, ensuring precision in layouts, patterns, and brand application.
Design custom icons, visual elements, and supporting graphics for packaging and on‑site product experiences.
Maintain consistency across all packaging by adhering to and evolving the Thrive Market brand style guide.
Identify opportunities to elevate packaging through improved design systems, materials, and visual storytelling.
QUALIFICATIONS
3–6+ years of experience in packaging design, preferably within CPG, retail, or e‑commerce.
Portfolio showcasing strong packaging design work and brand storytelling.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
Experience preparing production‑ready packaging files and collaborating with manufacturers or print vendors.
Strong understanding of dielines, print production, and prepress workflows.
Experience working with multi‑SKU packaging systems and product variations.
Familiarity with CPG regulatory labeling considerations.
Strong understanding of packaging trends, consumer behavior, and visual merchandising.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain brand consistency across multiple products.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
Strong communication skills and ability to incorporate feedback from cross‑functional stakeholders.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive salary (DOE) + equity.
401(k) plan.
9 observed holidays.
Flexible paid time off.
Subsidized ClassPass membership with access to fitness classes and wellness and beauty experiences.
Ability to work in our beautiful office in Playa Vista.
Free Thrive Market membership with exclusive employee discount.
Coverage for life coaching & therapy sessions on our holistic mental health and well‑being platform.
JOB INFORMATION
Compensation Description: The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 per year.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and geographic location.
Total compensation includes base salary, stock options, health & wellness benefits, flexible PTO, and more.
This position requires traveling to our headquarters in Los Angeles, California, twice a year for all‑company summits; once in the summer and once in the winter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
- Thrive Market is an EEO/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and welcome qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
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Join us as we bring healthy and sustainable living to millions of Americans in the years to come.
THE ROLE We are looking for a creative and detail‑oriented Packaging Designer to support the development and evolution of packaging across our owned brands. In this role, you will partner closely with cross‑functional teams including Merchandising, Marketing, Creative, and Production to bring our products to life on shelf and online. Your work will shape how Thrive Market communicates brand values, quality, and identity through packaging design.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Design packaging for Thrive Market owned brands, ensuring alignment with brand standards and product positioning.
Partner with regulatory teams to ensure compliance elements are incorporated correctly.
Maintain organized packaging files and asset libraries for production efficiency.
Prepare accurate packaging artwork using dielines and printer specifications.
Translate creative briefs into packaging concepts and production‑ready designs.
Collaborate closely with photo, content, merchandising, and marketing teams to understand project goals and creative direction.
Conduct market and competitive research to stay informed on packaging trends, consumer preferences, and category benchmarks.
Develop packaging mockups and presentation materials for internal review and stakeholder feedback.
Provide direction on on‑pack photography, retouching, and visual elements to achieve the desired aesthetic.
Produce Epson prints as needed to support packaging visualization and ensure accuracy during the design process.
Review digital files and coordinate with manufacturers to ensure final packaging is accurate and production‑ready.
Partner with the production design team to finalize packaging assets, ensuring precision in layouts, patterns, and brand application.
Design custom icons, visual elements, and supporting graphics for packaging and on‑site product experiences.
Maintain consistency across all packaging by adhering to and evolving the Thrive Market brand style guide.
Identify opportunities to elevate packaging through improved design systems, materials, and visual storytelling.
QUALIFICATIONS
3–6+ years of experience in packaging design, preferably within CPG, retail, or e‑commerce.
Portfolio showcasing strong packaging design work and brand storytelling.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
Experience preparing production‑ready packaging files and collaborating with manufacturers or print vendors.
Strong understanding of dielines, print production, and prepress workflows.
Experience working with multi‑SKU packaging systems and product variations.
Familiarity with CPG regulatory labeling considerations.
Strong understanding of packaging trends, consumer behavior, and visual merchandising.
Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain brand consistency across multiple products.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.
Strong communication skills and ability to incorporate feedback from cross‑functional stakeholders.
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
Competitive salary (DOE) + equity.
401(k) plan.
9 observed holidays.
Flexible paid time off.
Subsidized ClassPass membership with access to fitness classes and wellness and beauty experiences.
Ability to work in our beautiful office in Playa Vista.
Free Thrive Market membership with exclusive employee discount.
Coverage for life coaching & therapy sessions on our holistic mental health and well‑being platform.
JOB INFORMATION
Compensation Description: The base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $85,000 per year.
Compensation may vary outside of this range depending on qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and geographic location.
Total compensation includes base salary, stock options, health & wellness benefits, flexible PTO, and more.
This position requires traveling to our headquarters in Los Angeles, California, twice a year for all‑company summits; once in the summer and once in the winter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
- Thrive Market is an EEO/Veterans/Disabled/LGBTQ employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind and welcome qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
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