Graphic/Packaging Designer - Kid's Accessories

Institute of Packaging Professionals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Institute of Packaging Professionals in New York, NY is seeking a Graphic/Packaging Designer to join our client in NYC. You will design and execute packaging for children's accessories and home goods, and prepare production-ready artwork and dielines for packaging and hangtags.

You will collaborate with design, product development and merchandising teams to meet project timelines, ensure color accuracy, and maintain packaging specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field.
• 2+ years of graphic design experience, preferably in home textiles.
• Strong proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Understanding of print production, packaging layouts, and dielines.
• Strong attention to detail and time management.
• Positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to take direction and feedback.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute packaging for children's accessories & home goods.
• Create production-ready artwork, layouts, and dielines for packaging and hangtags.
• Support seasonal collections by developing on-brand graphics, patterns, and illustration.
• Collaborate with design, product development, and merchandising teams to meet project timelines.
• Prepare files for print, ensuring accuracy, color consistency, and compliance with packaging specifications.
• Make revisions based on internal feedback and retailer requirements.
• Organize and maintain digital assets, style guides, and artwork files.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

InDesign

Dielines

Packaging design

Print production

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Our client, a children's accessory company, is looking for a Graphic/Packaging Designer to join their team in NYC!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the design and execution of packaging for children's accessories & home goods
• Create production-ready artwork, layouts, and dielines for packaging and hangtags
• Support seasonal collections by developing on-brand graphics, patterns, and illustration
• Collaborate with design, product development, and merchandising teams to meet project timelines
• Prepare files for print, ensuring accuracy, color consistency, and compliance with packaging specifications
• Make revisions based on internal feedback and retailer requirements
• Organize and maintain digital assets, style guides, and artwork files

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field
• 2+ years of graphic design experience, preferably in home textiles
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Understanding of print production, packaging layouts, and dielines
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills
• Positive, collaborative attitude with the ability to take direction and feedback