Associate Designer, Branding/Packaging

Victoria’s Secret & Co.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 82,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

Victoria’s Secret & Co. invites a talented Associate Designer, Branding & Packaging to support innovative branding and packaging solutions across product touchpoints.

You will translate briefs into compelling concepts and prepare production-ready artwork in collaboration with senior designers and suppliers. The role focuses on seasonal packaging aligned with brand direction, color palettes, and product strategy, while maintaining brand consistency and delivering quality designs in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design, Visual Communications, or related field.
• 2-3 years of design experience in packaging, beauty, fashion, or consumer products.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong design fundamentals, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and composition principles.
• Ability to create mockups and visual presentations that communicate design concepts effectively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn from others.

Responsibilities

• Support the design team in translating creative briefs into branding and packaging concepts.
• Assist in developing seasonal packaging designs aligned with brand direction, color palettes, and product strategies.
• Develop graphic solutions across packaging, trims, hardware, branding, logos, product graphics, and special projects.
• Create production-ready artwork and handoffs with cross-functional partners to ensure alignment with requirements.
• Contribute ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions.
• Stay informed on beauty, fashion, packaging, and design trends to inspire new ideas.
• Create design presentations and support communication of concepts to cross-functional partners.
• Help maintain brand consistency across packaging executions by applying established design standards.

Skills

2-3 years of design experience

Adobe Creative Suite

Typography & color theory

Portfolio demonstrate design skills

Verbal & written communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Job description

Why You Belong Here

At Victoria’s Secret & Co, you’ll join a world-leading specialty retail brand recognized globally for innovation and excellence in lingerie and fashion. You’ll work alongside industry leaders to set the standard for what a retail brand can achieve, placing customers at the center of everything we do to create products and experiences that bring them joy.

We believe everyone deserves a place where they truly belong. We celebrate individuality and know that your passion, experience, and unique perspective strengthen our team and business. Here, you’ll be empowered to perform, grow, and engage through unmatched opportunities to develop your skills, gain real-world experience, and learn from the best in the business.

Description

Your Role

The Associate Designer, Branding & Packaging is responsible for supporting the development of innovative branding and packaging solutions that elevate the brand across product, packaging, and customer touchpoints.

Your Impact

• Support the design team in translating creative briefs into compelling packaging concepts and design solutions.
• Assist in the development of seasonal packaging designs that align with brand direction, color palettes, and product strategies.
• Develop graphic solutions across packaging, trims, hardware, branding, logos, product graphics, and special projects, translating established brand direction into compelling design executions.
• Create and prepare artwork files from concept through production-ready deliverables, collaborating with senior team members, cross-functional partners, and suppliers to ensure alignment with technical, legal, and brand requirements prior to release.
• Contribute creative ideas and participate in brainstorming sessions.
• Stay informed on beauty, fashion, packaging, and design trends to inspire new ideas.
• Create design presentations and support the communication of concepts to cross-functional partners.
• Help maintain brand consistency across packaging executions by applying established design standards and guidelines.
• Execute design revisions accurately and efficiently based on feedback from team leaders and stakeholders.
• Prepare production-ready artwork and support technical handoffs with strong attention to detail.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product development process to ensure design intent is maintained.
• Assist with the creation and review of packaging mockups, prototypes, and visual presentations.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors under the guidance of senior team members.
• Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
• Seek opportunities to learn new skills, grow professionally, and expand creative capabilities.
• Maintain a positive attitude, embrace feedback, and contribute to a collaborative team culture.

Minimum Salary: $81,600.00

Maximum Salary: $107,100.00

VS&Co provides a range of compensation for this role as shown. Your actual salary will be determined by a number of factors, including: your specific skills and experience, geographic region, or other relevant factors.

Qualifications

Your Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design, Visual Communications, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of design experience, including internships or experience in packaging, graphic design, beauty, fashion, or consumer products.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong design fundamentals, creativity, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Understanding of typography, color theory, layout, and composition principles.
• Ability to create mockups and visual presentations that communicate design concepts effectively.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn from others and contribute to team success.
• Interest in current trends within beauty, fashion, and design.
• Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and a strong work ethic.
• Must be comfortable working a hybrid schedule in our New York City office.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws. Please see links: California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Philadelphia Fair Chance Law, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance

An equal opportunity employer, we do not discriminate in hiring or terms and conditions of employment because of an individual’s race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected category recognized by state, federal or local laws. We only hire individuals authorized for employment in the United States.