Packaging Editor

Hallmark; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Paid time off

401K matching

Profit sharing

Job summary

Hallmark is seeking a Packaging Editor to ensure accurate, compliant packaging copy across products and platforms. You will collaborate with Writing, Legal, Product, and Quality teams to develop copy and translations, manage schedules, and uphold regulatory standards.

The role requires a detail-oriented candidate with at least 3 years editing experience, a BA/BFA in relevant field, and ability to navigate multiple systems while preserving brand voice. Hybrid work from Kansas City, MO.

Qualifications

• BFA or BA in English, Journalism, Communication, Business or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience editing, copy editing or proofreading.
• Professional experience reviewing and editing written materials for accuracy, clarity, grammar, punctuation, and spelling.

Responsibilities

• Write, edit, and assemble packaging copy, including descriptions, instructions, and labels for a broad range of products.
• Fully understand and apply U.S. and Canadian packaging regulations and how they impact the type of packaging copy required depending on multiple variables.
• Efficiently navigate multiple computer systems and databases to reference and document relevant product information.
• Research and analyze products and style guides to determine the editorial strategy and translate brand voice as needed.
• Provide final oversight of packaging artwork to ensure that editorial is complete and legally compliant.
• Strategically partner to assess and iterate application of new and emerging regulatory standards.

Skills

Editing

Copy editing

Proofreading

English proficiency

Education

BA/BFA in English/Related field

Job description

WHO WE ARE AND WHAT WE DO

Hallmark's Editorial team plays a critical role in bringing products to life. We create thousands of cards every year, plus stationery, gifts, ornaments, books, calendars, and more. We're versatile strategists and storytellers who go beyond the written word to create multimedia products that capture meaning and memories. We're strategists and analysts who translate retail data and product requirements into successful product and packaging solutions. We've established a culture of rolling up our sleeves to get the work done through collaboration with design, product management, the Writing Studio, and many other partnerships. Sold in brick-and-mortar stores as well as on digital platforms, the products we create help make a difference in a world that could use a little more caring.

WHAT YOU'LL DO & HOW IT SHAPES OUR SUCCESS

As a Packaging Editor, you must be collaborative, detail-oriented, and committed to ensuring accuracy and compliance on a wide range of packaging solutions, from existing formats to innovative, new-to-market solutions. We're looking for a quick study who will be a sponge soaking up internal systems, industry standards and regulations, and our products and consumers.

You must be adept at managing workflow and timelines across key partners, flexing between technical and creative writing, and staying up to speed on all relevant legal, safety, and environmental requirements. We're looking for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments that demand creativity, accuracy, flexibility, organization, detail-orientation, and collaboration.

As a Packaging Editor, you will:

• Create accurate, thorough packaging editorial that complies with all relevant legal, marketing, creative, safety, retailer, licensor, and/or environmental messaging requirements
• Serve as a Center of Excellence, in partnership with Writing, Legal, Product, and Quality departments, for writing, editing, and assembling packaging copy and procuring required language translations as needed
• Manage workflow and timelines across key internal partners to guarantee packaging editorial meets all partner needs

Core responsibilities:

• Write, edit, and assemble packaging copy, including descriptions, instructions, and labels for a broad range of products
• Fully understand and apply U.S. and Canadian packaging regulations and how they impact the type of packaging copy required depending on multiple variables
• Efficiently navigate multiple computer systems and databases to reference and document relevant product information
• Research and analyze products and style guides to determine the editorial strategy and translate brand voice as needed
• Provide final oversight of packaging artwork to ensure that editorial is complete and legally compliant
• Strategically partner to assess and iterate application of new and emerging regulatory standards
• Proofread and edit foreign vendor product labels to ensure clarity and provide translations as needed This position reports to a Studio Art Director

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BFA or BA in English, Journalism, Communication, Business or related field
• Minimum of 3 years' experience editing, copy editing or proofreading
• Professional experience reviewing and editing written materials for accuracy, clarity, grammar, punctuation, and spelling

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• A portfolio that demonstrates excellent copywriting skills, strong conceptual and critical thinking skills, strong editorial judgment, and skill in capturing critical details accurately and concisely
• Outstanding command of English language, both written and verbal, including proficiency in writing, editing and rewriting quality editorial that meets business and creative strategies
• High degree of accuracy and confidence in identifying and correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation and style errors
• Ability to master a high degree of new technical knowledge and style guidelines
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to partner effectively with employees at various levels in editorial, design, product development, Legal, as well as outside clients
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to work under pressure to meet production schedules, while maintaining close attention to detail and high-quality standards
• Self-starter with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work across disciplines (account, creative, traffic, and partner teams) honing and crafting the Hallmark brand voice on packaging
• Be a utility player wearing multiple hats switching from a tech editor skill set to a creative writer skill set flawlessly

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

• This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, giving you the best of both worlds: collaborating in person at Headquarters in Kansas City, MO and enjoying the flexibility of working remotely.
• A portfolio is required for this position. Your portfolio should be compiled into one PDF document that is no larger than 5 MB. If your portfolio file size is above the 5MB limit, you can submit a one-page overview of your work (see example). You can also submit a link to a personal portfolio website to supplement your uploaded portfolio. Applicants who do not upload a portfolio or one-page overview will not be considered.
• The salary range for this role is $48,000- $70,000. Final compensation varies based on several factors.
• Hallmark is committed to recognizing and rewarding performance. Employees are eligible for annual merit-based increases, aligned with individual and company performance.
• In alignment with our culture of care, Hallmark offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, paid time off, 401K with company match, and profit-sharing.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment.

Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.

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