Job Description

Job Description

Our client in the fragrance space is looking for a Package designer to join their team!

Title: Packaging Designer

Employment Type: Full-Time

Location: Edison, NJ

Onsite: 4 days/week

Salary: $70-90k

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.

3D Visualization & Mockups

• 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.

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