Packaging Production Designer

Aquent is thrilled to partner with a global leader in the beauty industry, renowned for its innovative skin and sun care products, to find a visionary creative who will shape the visual identity of groundbreaking beauty products. In this dynamic role, you will have a profound impact on how consumers interact with a leading brand, taking full ownership of packaging projects from initial concept to final shelf-ready production. Your expertise in typography and design will not only drive the success of highly anticipated product launches but also redefine the brand's presence in a highly competitive market.

The Opportunity

As a key creative force on a fast-paced, entrepreneurial team, you will lead a significant brand refresh that directly influences consumer perception and ensures regulatory excellence. This role offers an unparalleled platform to showcase your innovation and problem-solving skills, turning complex design challenges into elegant, shelf-ready packaging solutions. You will collaborate closely with marketing and operations teams, bringing fresh ideas to life and making a tangible difference in a rapidly growing industry.

What You'll Do

• Take complete ownership of brand and packaging design projects, guiding them from initial concept development through to final production.
• Execute high-quality packaging designs, applying expert typography skills to ensure clarity and compliance for both regulatory and marketing copy.
• Proactively identify and solve complex design challenges, such as optimizing limited packaging space for extensive text, and propose innovative creative solutions.
• Develop and refine design layouts, maintaining visual consistency and strict adherence to brand guidelines across all materials.
• Create compelling simple comps and renderings for marketing decks, including skillfully scrubbing and applying new text to existing imagery, such as product photographs.
• Collaborate proactively and effectively with marketing and operations teams, taking initiative to clarify requirements and facilitate seamless project execution.
• Manage and organize design files meticulously, ensuring they are production-ready and meet all necessary print specifications.
• Adapt swiftly to ambiguous project requirements, demonstrating exceptional resourcefulness in gathering information and finding effective solutions.

What You'll Bring

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience specifically focused on brand and packaging design.
• Proven design experience within the skincare or beauty industry.
• Expert-level typography skills, with a deep understanding of layout principles for regulatory and detailed text on packaging.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), with strong Photoshop skills for image manipulation and text application.
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept to final production, showcasing full ownership of the entire design process.
• Highly resourceful, proactive, and an effective problem-solver, especially in ambiguous situations.
• Experience working effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.
• Strong communication skills, enabling you to articulate design decisions clearly and proactively seek necessary information.
• A compelling portfolio showcasing strong typography, innovative packaging design, and production-ready work.

Highly Valued Skills

• Familiarity with FDA, Health Canada, and Mexico labeling regulations and knowledge.
• Experience with Dropbox asset management and Monday.com.