Beauty Packaging Designer

TekWissen ®; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen is seeking a creative and strategic Designer to develop concepts and deliver brand-right packaging and product design for Beauty, Fragrance and Personal Care lines. You will translate trends into cohesive design systems and oversee artwork through production, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates will have 4–6 years in graphic/packaging design, a strong portfolio, expertise in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 4–6 years of professional experience in graphic design, packaging design, illustration or related creative disciplines; experience in Beauty, Fragrance, Personal Care or consumer products preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop multiple creative design solutions for Beauty, Fragrance and Body Care collections, core category and innovation initiatives.
• Translate fragrance stories, consumer insights and beauty trends into distinctive packaging and product design expressions.
• Develop cohesive design systems across multiple product forms, ensuring consistency in color, typography, graphics, pattern, photography and overall visual storytelling.
• Support the creation and execution of designs from initial concept through final production.
• Create Design Turn Overs (DTOs) and finalize artwork for handoff to Production and cross-functional partners.
• Review mechanical artwork and production files for design accuracy and final approval prior to release.
• Develop concept boards, mood boards, design presentations and visual storytelling materials.
• Research emerging trends across beauty, fragrance, wellness, lifestyle, color, materials and packaging to inspire future product and design opportunities.

Skills

Graphic design

Packaging design

Typography

Branding

Color theory

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

Presentation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Concept development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

TekWissen is a global workforce management provider headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan that offers strategic talent solutions to our clients world-wide. The below job opportunity is to one of Our clients who is a global leader in personal care and home fragrance, including top-selling collections for fine fragrance mist, body lotion and body cream, 3-wick candles, home fragrance diffusers and liquid hand soap.

Job Description:

• The Designer is responsible designing new concepts and designs for a product category within defined theme and seasons from concept through final delivery.
• Presents and delivers brand-right designs that tie back to the overall concept and business strategy; encompassing style, color/print and graphic design for new/existing product lines.
• Researches and interprets fashion trends and consumer needs that uphold the integrity of the product lines/brand.

Responsibilities:

• Conceptualize and develop multiple creative design solutions for Beauty, Fragrance and Body Care collections, core category and innovation initiatives.
• Translate fragrance stories, consumer insights and beauty trends into distinctive packaging and product design expressions.
• Develop cohesive design systems across multiple product forms, ensuring consistency in color, typography, graphics, pattern, photography and overall visual storytelling.
• Support the creation and execution of designs from initial concept through final production.
• Create Design Turn Overs (DTOs) and finalize artwork for handoff to Production and cross-functional partners.
• Review mechanical artwork and production files for design accuracy and final approval prior to release.
• Develop concept boards, mood boards, design presentations and visual storytelling materials.
• Research emerging trends across beauty, fragrance, wellness, lifestyle, color, materials and packaging to inspire future product and design opportunities.
• Explore innovative graphic treatments, decorative techniques, materials and finishes that elevate the consumer experience and shelf presence.
• Provide approved designs and clear creative direction to mechanical art and production teams for development of technical specifications.
• Partner collaboratively with Design leadership, Packaging engineering, Product Development, Merchandising, Production and other cross-functional teams.
• Participate in store visits, competitive research and consumer insight activities to understand evolving beauty behaviors and marketplace trends.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities within a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Minimum 4–6 years of professional experience in graphic design, packaging design, illustration or related creative disciplines; experience in Beauty, Fragrance, Personal Care or consumer products preferred.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating sophisticated packaging design, graphic design, typography, color and visual storytelling.
• Strong understanding of beauty and fragrance aesthetics with the ability to translate trends and consumer insights into relevant, differentiated design.
• Proven ability to develop cohesive design systems across multiple products, formats and packaging structures.
• Strong conceptual thinking with demonstrated ability to move from initial inspiration through polished design execution.
• Experience working with photography, illustration, pattern, typography and other visual assets as part of integrated packaging design.
• Understanding of print production, packaging artwork and decorative techniques preferred.
• Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills required.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines simultaneously.
• Strong communication, collaboration and presentation skills.
• Ability to receive and incorporate creative direction while also bringing forward new ideas and design solutions.
• Curiosity and passion for Beauty, Fragrance, Body Care, wellness and emerging consumer trends.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience.

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.