Freelance Graphic Designer

Essential HR; St. Catharines; Remote; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in the beauty industry seeks a Freelance Graphic Designer focused on eco-conscious box packaging. This remote contract role welcomes seasoned designers passionate about sustainability and brand identity, aiming to empower Indigenous youth through impactful designs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in box/package design.
• Strong skills in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experience with sustainable packaging design preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Creative Director to design high-impact packaging.
• Create production-ready artwork following printer specifications.
• Revise designs based on feedback and manage iterations efficiently.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Box Packaging Design

Print Production

Sustainability

Communication

Job description

Cheekbone Beauty is an Indigenous-owned, sustainable cosmetics company known for creating high-quality beauty products that empower Indigenous youth and support environmental sustainability. Our mission is to help every Indigenous person see and feel their value in the world while crafting beauty solutions that are both beautiful and kind to the Earth.

Position Overview
Cheekbone Beauty is looking for a talented and experienced Freelance Graphic Designer with a minimum of 5 years’ experience and specialized focus on box packaging design. This is a remote, project-based contract role ideal for a seasoned designer who thrives in fast-paced, mission-driven environments and can bring our brand to life through thoughtful, eco-conscious packaging solutions.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Creative Director and Product Development team to conceptualize and design high-impact packaging (primarily box designs) for new and existing products.
• Create dyelines, mockups, and final production-ready artwork in accordance with printer specifications and sustainability requirements.
• Ensure consistency with brand identity, visual language, and sustainability values.
• Revise designs based on stakeholder feedback and manage multiple iterations with efficiency.
• Work closely with packaging suppliers and printers to ensure print accuracy and quality.
• Stay current on packaging trends, sustainable materials, and industry innovations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in box/package design - portfolio showcasing this work is required.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Strong understanding of print production processes, materials, dyelines, and structural packaging.
• Experience with sustainable and eco-friendly packaging design is strongly preferred.
• Ability to work independently with excellent communication and time-management skills.
• A passion for inclusive, purpose-driven beauty and sustainability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with beauty, skincare, or personal care brands.
• Familiarity with Indigenous values and cultures is a plus.
• Experience working remotely with cross-functional creative teams.

Apply Now!

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and a link to your portfolio with specific examples of box/package design. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Cheekbone Beauty is an equal-opportunity employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.