Packaging Designer

Sculpted By Aimee; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Sculpted by Aimee is seeking a Full-time Packaging Designer to own packaging across skincare and cosmetics. Based in the UK or Ireland, this hybrid role reports to the Lead Designer and collaborates with Brand, Product and Marketing to elevate packaging concepts.

You will drive end-to-end packaging concepts, develop renders, manage workflows, and stay ahead of trends in sustainability and consumer experience. Join a fast-growing beauty brand shaping its future.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of packaging design experience in beauty or consumer goods.
• Strong portfolio showing packaging concepts and renders.
• Highly organized with keen attention to detail and process management.
• Proficient in rendering/visualization, including 3D mockups and photorealistic renders.
• Experience on campaigns like gift boxes or limited editions.
• Cross-functional collaboration across brand, product and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end packaging concepts across the business, ensuring consistency with brand standards.
• Lead development of packaging concepts for skincare and cosmetics, including seasonal campaigns.
• Produce high-quality packaging renders to support reviews and approvals.
• Manage packaging workflows, timelines and assets across multiple projects.
• Collaborate with Product, Brand and Marketing to move concepts from idea to execution.
• Translate brand strategy into technically accurate, elevated packaging designs.
• Create renders and mockups for approvals.
• Coordinate with Brand, Regulatory, Product and stakeholders on approvals.
• Align packaging with in-store display and merchandising needs.
• Stay ahead of trends in materials, sustainability and consumer experience.
• Support sustainable practices by reducing waste and responsible sourcing.
• Foster diverse, inclusive, and ethical practices in the workplace.

Skills

Packaging design

Brand design

Product design

Project management

Communication

Tools

3D rendering

AI visualization

Job description

About the Job

Sculpted by Aimee is built on one clear idea. It’s beauty that’s made to do more, so you can do you. Founded by makeup artist Aimee Connolly, the brand is rooted in expertise, authenticity and thoughtful innovation.

Our mission is simple, to create a global legacy brand that makes beauty simpler, smarter and more attainable for everyone. Grounded in the belief that beauty should be effortless, inclusive and results-driven, we create high-quality, multitasking makeup and skincare that simplify routines and make beauty easy to get right.

We’re driven by the community we create for, developing products for every age and every stage, shaped by the real needs, insights and experiences of the women who use Sculpted every day. No fuss, no complexity, just products that actually work and do what they promise.

From humble Irish roots, we've scaled with ambition, becoming one of the fastest-growing beauty brands in Ireland and the UK. Sculpted is now a multi-channel, international business, serving customers in over 68 countries and stocked in leading retailers including Boots, Selfridges and John Lewis. Today, our products are available in more than 500 retail locations across multiple markets, alongside our growing e-commerce and owned-store presence.

Innovation is at the heart of everything we do. With award-winning products, a rapidly expanding skincare collection, and a commitment to creating best-in-class customer experiences, we're building a modern beauty brand designed for scale. With products designed to work across every age and every stage, shaped by insight from our community, the women who use Sculpted every day.

As we continue our growth journey, we're looking for ambitious, curious and commercially-minded people who want to make an impact, move quickly and help shape the future of beauty alongside a passionate and high-performing team.

Due to this exciting growth, Sculpted by Aimee are looking for a Full-time Packaging Designer to join the growing Creative Team based in the UK or Ireland. This hybrid role will take ownership of packaging across the business at Sculpted by Aimee reporting to the Lead Designer.

Accountabilities Include

This creative role sits at the intersection of brand, product, and execution: Responsible not just for designing packaging, but for bringing structure, consistency, and innovation to how packaging is developed and delivered.

You’ll play a key role in shaping the future of our brand through packaging, contributing to high-priority initiatives including brand elevation, innovation within the beauty and skincare space, and expansion across new product lines and seasonal campaigns.

• Own and oversee end-to-end packaging concepts and design across the business, ensuring consistency, quality, and alignment with brand standards.
• Lead the development of creative packaging concepts across skincare and cosmetics products, including seasonal campaigns (e.g Christmas, limited editions)
• Produce high-quality packaging renders to support internal reviews and stakeholder alignment
• Manage and organise packaging workflows, timelines, and assets across multiple projects simultaneously
• Collaborate closely with Product, Brand, and Marketing teams to bring packaging concepts from idea to execution
• Translate brand strategy into technically accurate and elevated packaging design that is consistent across every touchpoint
• Build renders and mock ups for Marketing and Product team approvals
• Liaise with Brand, Regulatory, Product and internal stakeholders on approvals process
• Work with visual merchandising to ensure the packaging reflects well in-store and on stands
• Ensure packaging is visually impactful and commercial, balancing creativity with consistency
• Stay ahead of trends in beauty packaging, materials, sustainability, and consumer experience
• Support sustainable business practices by minimising waste, promoting responsible sourcing, and reducing environmental impact.
• Foster a diverse, inclusive, and ethical workplace while contributing to our community initiatives both internally and externally.
• Uphold integrity, transparency, and accountability in all business practices.

Experience Needed

• 5+ years of experience in packaging design (mid to senior level), ideally within beauty, skincare, or consumer goods
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and process management
• Strong portfolio demonstrating packaging design, creative concepts, and rendering capabilities
• Advanced skills in rendering and visualization tools (e.g., 3D mockups, photorealistic packaging renders or AI visualisation)
• Skills with previous campaigns such as gift boxes/bundle packaging or limited edition SKUs
• Broad design experience across brand, product, and visual design
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, agile environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

What We’re Looking For

• A designer who can think both creatively and systematically
• Someone who thrives in a fast-moving environment and can bring structure
• A proactive self-starter who takes ownership and drives projects forward
• A strong visual storyteller with a passion for beauty, skincare, and packaging innovation

Why Join Us

• Be part of a fast-paced, agile team within a growing beauty and skincare brand
• Play a key role in elevating the brand through packaging innovation
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to shape the future of our product and customer experience
• Opportunity to own and define packaging at a strategic level

Sculpted by Aimee is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone has equal access to opportunities and every voice is valued. We celebrate and respect all differences (seen and unseen) and strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, colour, religion or belief, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy or maternity status, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.