PACKAGING DESIGN COORDINATOR

SUMMARY

Reporting to the Packaging Design Manager, the Packaging Design Coordinator will help support the needs of the Packaging Team. The Packaging Design Coordinator will primarily focus on Sam’s Club packaging, gain an understanding of the process for private labeling, and help communicate with internal and external team members. The Packaging Design Coordinator is a full time, in-house creative who will be focusing on Packaging/print design and development of packaging for home textile products including but not limited to area rugs, accent mats, towels, tabletop, pillows, throw blankets etc.

Candidate will also be responsible for assisting with file organization and coordination of all steps required for Sam’s Club packaging approval process. This role is 50% Administrative and 50% Creative. The role will be supportive to Sales and production as well as the Packaging Design Team.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES

• Design and manage packaging development from concept through production including but not limited to the creation/development of packaging, packaging releases, digital/pre-press review, and post-production review.
• Excellent use of layout and design to ensure consistent branding across all product categories.
• Experience working with licensed brands, packaging and style guides required.
• Report to Packaging Design Manager to make sure projects are on time to meet all deadlines.
• Coordinate with Sales, Production and Photo Studio to obtain information and imagery needed on packaging.
• Collaborate with international vendors for packaging production.
• Produce packaging design presentations for meetings and sales pitches.
• Implement the understanding and application of design for die lines of display packaging (PDQs)
  with the additional ability of creating 3D renderings for customer review.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Proficient knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign are a must as well as working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, SharePoint and Teams
• Understanding of design, typography, layout principles, and production process
• Understanding and implementation of pre-press and post-production print requirements and specifications
• Experience with display packaging and die lines as well as individual product packaging.
• Professional demeanor with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Extremely organized with strong analytical skills with a focus on details and accuracy
• Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment and display strong organizational, time management and project management skills.
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to remain focused and work with limited supervision, perform well under pressure, manage multiple tasks, and successfully meet deadlines.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• BA or BFA in Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, or similar field
• 2-3 years relevant design experience
• Provide an excellent portfolio with relevant application of talent and skill.