Packaging Graphic Designer â Howick

Accountancy Placements Pietermaritzburg; Howick; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Accountancy Placements Pietermaritzburg is seeking a packaging design specialist in Auckland/Howick to lead artwork from concept through print-ready files for multiple product lines.

You will create 3D mockups, liaise with printers on dielines, colour profiles, substrates and labelling compliance, and manage several projects to meet deadlines. A strong packaging-focused portfolio and 5+ years in FMCG packaging design are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Packaging Design, or a related field.
• 5+ years graphic design experience, with at least 3 years in packaging design (FMCG/food preferred).
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; strong print production and labeling compliance knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design packaging artwork for new and existing product lines, from initial concept through to print-ready artwork
• Create 3D mock-ups and renders to visualise packaging during the pre-production stage
• Liaise with printers and suppliers regarding dielines, bleed, colour profiles, substrates, and print specifications
• Ensure packaging designs comply with relevant labelling requirements, including ingredients, nutritional information, allergens, and barcodes
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines across product launches, updates, and rebrands
• Support the design of point-of-sale, promotional, and marketing collateral as required

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Packaging portfolio

Education

Graphic Design degree

Visual Communication

Packaging Design degree

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

Responsibilities

• Design packaging artwork for new and existing product lines, from initial concept through to print-ready artwork
• Create 3D mock-ups and renders to visualise packaging during the pre-production stage
• Liaise with printers and suppliers regarding dielines, bleed, colour profiles, substrates, and print specifications
• Ensure packaging designs comply with relevant labelling requirements, including ingredients, nutritional information, allergens, and barcodes
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines across product launches, updates, and rebrands
• Support the design of point-of-sale, promotional, and marketing collateral as required

Requirements

• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Packaging Design, or a related field
• 5+ years graphic design experience, including at least 3 years packaging design experience (FMCG/food industry experience - preferred)
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
• Strong understanding of print production and labelling compliance
• A strong packaging-focused portfolio is essential and will be required for consideration