Creative Designer

Gleeson Recruitment Group; Newcastle-under-Lyme; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

Creative Designer

Location: Hybrid (2 days per week in the Newcastle-under-Lyme office)
Salary: £35000 - £40,000 (DOE)
Contract: Full-time, Permanent, Hybrid
Start date: April - June 2025

Are you someone who sees the world through a creative lens? Do you obsess over detail, design, and the perfect blend of aesthetics and function? If compelling packaging, visually rich branding, and cohesive campaign work are your thing - you might be the designer we're looking for.

We're working with a high-growth eCommerce business that's seeking a Creative Designer with a flair for packaging to join their expanding in-house team. With a modern product portfolio and a strong brand presence, this is an opportunity to take ownership of design work that will be seen by thousands, both online and on the shelf.

What You'll Be Doing:

Packaging & Branding:

1. Create eye-catching, commercially effective packaging designs across a wide range of products
2. Develop concepts from scratch, working through to final production-ready artwork
3. Bring products to life with innovative, brand-aligned packaging that stands out in-store and online

Creative & Campaign Support:

1. Design for the full marketing mix - email, social media, product lifestyle imagery, on-site banners, and infographics
2. Collaborate with internal teams to create cohesive digital and print design assets that support campaign launches
3. Ensure consistency and high standards across all visual touchpoints

UX & Digital Design:

1. Support user experience through intuitive design and layout choices
2. Contribute to improving product pages, landing pages, and digital content
3. Use strong visual storytelling to drive engagement across all platforms

Brand Ownership & Innovation:

1. Own and evolve the brand's visual guidelines, ensuring consistency and modernity
2. Work collaboratively with in-house teams and external suppliers to uphold brand integrity
3. Stay ahead of design trends, particularly in packaging, D2C, and consumer lifestyle markets

About You:

1. 3+ years of experience in a creative role - ideally within an eCommerce, FMCG, or design agency environment
2. A standout portfolio with examples of packaging, branding, and campaign work
3. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop); After Effects a plus
4. Strong typography, layout, and image editing skills
5. Experience in product photography, mockups, and presentation design
6. Excellent communication and feedback-handling skills
7. Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
8. Bonus points for experience with motion graphics, 3D modelling, or basic HTML/CSS

Why You'll Love It Here:

1. Be part of a fast-moving, ambitious business that values creativity
2. Work in a collaborative and open environment with real ownership
3. Help shape how products look and feel across packaging, print, and digital
4. Hybrid working setup with a tight-knit, supportive team

Ready to bring ideas to life through bold design?

Apply now to find out more.

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