Lead Senior Packaging Designer

We are seeking a highly creative and detail-oriented Lead Senior Packaging Designer to oversee the full packaging design process, from concept through final production. This role is both hands-on and leadership-driven — you will design packaging yourself while also providing creative direction, mentoring junior designers, and ensuring all packaging aligns with brand standards, market trends, and production requirements. You’ll collaborate closely with product development, marketing, and sales to create packaging that not only protects the product but also drives consumer appeal and elevates the brand at retail. Key Responsibilities Design Leadership Lead the creative direction of packaging across categories, ensuring cohesive and innovative solutions. Develop and present packaging concepts, mockups, and final artwork for review. Provide design feedback, guidance, and mentorship to junior and freelance designers. Hands-On Design Create packaging designs from initial concept through final production-ready files. Apply trend research, market insights, and retailer requirements to packaging solutions. Ensure designs are both visually compelling and production-feasible. Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with product development, sourcing, and marketing to align packaging with product positioning, cost parameters, and brand guidelines. Work with suppliers, printers, and vendors to ensure high-quality execution and compliance. Manage multiple packaging projects simultaneously with attention to detail and deadlines. Process & Innovation Drive packaging innovation, materials exploration, and sustainability initiatives. Maintain consistency in branding and packaging standards across all lines. Stay current on design, printing, and packaging trends to keep the brand competitive. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Packaging Design, or related field. 7+ years of packaging design experience, with at least 2–3 years in a senior or lead role. Strong portfolio showcasing innovative packaging across categories (retail, consumer products, or lifestyle brands preferred). Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and packaging mockup/rendering tools. Strong understanding of packaging structures, dielines, materials, and print production. Proven ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and lead a team. Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills. Who You Are A creative leader who can balance hands-on design with mentoring others. A problem solver who understands how to create packaging that sells while staying cost-efficient and production-ready. A trend-aware designer with a strong sense of branding and consumer psychology. A collaborator who thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

Created: 2025-09-24