Brand & Packaging Design Director: Vision & Systems

SGS & Co

Chicago, Northern (IL, KY)

Hybrid

USD 145,000 - 155,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Marks, a consumer experience agency, seeks a Creative Director, Brand & Packaging Design to lead brand systems across packaging, retail, digital, and campaigns. You will set the creative vision, guide multidisciplinary teams, and partner with Strategy and Client Services to turn business challenges into powerful creative opportunities.

You will mentor designers, champion craft, and drive the integration of AI-enabled workflows to accelerate exploration without compromising judgment.

Qualifications

12+ years of progressive experience in brand and packaging design, including significant creative leadership experience.
A standout portfolio demonstrating brand creation, identity systems, CPG packaging, and broader brand activation across channels.
Fluency in packaging production, photography, CGI, content creation, and related production realities.

Responsibilities

Set and champion the creative vision for brands across identity, packaging, and the consumer experience.
Lead holistic brand systems designed to work across packaging, retail, digital, social, content, and campaigns.
Serve as a trusted creative authority and senior partner to clients, guiding presentations and workshops with confidence.
Nurture multidisciplinary teams, coaching designers and senior talent to elevate craft and outcomes.
Drive adoption of AI-assisted workflows to expand exploration while maintaining artistic judgment.