Packaging Designer

Likely Inc.; Pasadena (CA); Hybrid; USD 57,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Part of a pioneering company in sustainable packaging

Job summary

Likely Inc., a leading design and manufacturing studio in luxury packaging, seeks a full-time Packaging Designer for their Pasadena studio. The role involves leading design projects, collaborating with clients, and developing innovative packaging concepts. Ideal candidates have 4+ years of experience and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, alongside a passion for design trends and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of packaging design experience.
• Strong understanding of dielines, materials, finishes, and structure.
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

Responsibilities

• Lead the design process on packaging projects for clients.
• Collaborate closely with founder to develop and pitch new ideas.
• Refine client-provided artwork for production and printing.

Skills

Packaging design experience

Understanding of dielines

Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite

Awareness of packaging trends

Collaboration

Job description

This range is provided by Likely Inc.. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$57,000.00/yr - $60,000.00/yr

Direct message the job poster from Likely Inc.

Studio: Likely Inc. – The Architects of Packaging

Likely Inc. is a design and manufacturing studio specializing in luxury packaging for some of today’s most relevant and stylish brands across food, fashion, wellness, hospitality, and more. Our work blends thoughtful design with real-world production to create packaging that’s as beautiful as it is functional.

Our site: likelyus.com

We’re looking for a full-time Packaging Designer to join our Pasadena studio. This is an opportunity for a passionate, collaborative, and trend-savvy designer to take the lead on client projects and help bring their ideas to life using our extensive production resources. You’ll also work directly with ownership to shape new packaging concepts and branding for Likely Inc. itself—helping us evolve and promote the studio’s creative voice.

What We're Looking For:

• 4+ years of packaging design experience
• Strong understanding of dielines, materials, finishes, and structure
• Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Deep awareness of packaging and design trends across industries
• A positive outlook, self-motivated spirit, and a love for collaboration
• Confidence working directly with clients, printers, and manufacturers
• Passion for developing both conceptual and production-ready designs

What You'll Do:

• Lead the design process on packaging projects for our clients
• Collaborate closely with our founder to develop and pitch new ideas
• Refine client-provided artwork for production and printing
• Create custom dielines and mockups with a focus on luxury details
• Concept and design packaging and branding for our studio’s own initiatives
• Stay on top of industry trends and contribute fresh, strategic thinking
• Help uphold our creative standards and elevate every touchpoint

What We Offer:

• Opportunity to be part of a pioneering company in sustainable packaging.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.

Schedule:

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

On-site in our Pasadena studio, with one remote day per week after the probation period

If you live and breathe packaging, love a hands-on studio environment, and are excited to build something meaningful with a small, driven team—let’s talk.

To apply:

Please send your portfolio and resume to [e-mail]. We’d love to see a mix of luxury, trend-forward packaging and production-ready work.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

Industries

• Packaging & Containers