Packaging Graphic Designer — Dielines, Print & Brand

Ready ®; Wexford (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ready ® is seeking a Graphic Designer to shape packaging, POS, and print campaigns across our portfolio. You will translate strategy into cohesive visuals, manage dielines, print specs, and production-ready files with color accuracy.

Collaborate with design, marketing, and operations to develop materials that look sharp, print flawlessly, and connect with consumers at every touchpoint. A detailed, fast-paced mindset is essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
• 2–3 years of professional experience in CPG, packaging, print, or brand design; food/product photography preferred.
• Strong understanding of print production, dielines, and packaging processes.
• Proficiency in Pantone matching, CMYK/RGB color management, and prepress workflows.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Experience with photo retouching, compositing, and basic color correction.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute packaging concepts across Ready®’s full product line from brainstorming to print production.
• Prepare production-ready files and manage dielines, print specs, and material templates.
• Collaborate with printers and vendors to ensure accurate color, material, and finish representation.
• Design in-store displays, signage, shelf talkers, case packs, and promotional assets for retail and events.
• Create visually engaging sales decks and PowerPoint presentations for internal and external use.
• Ensure brand consistency across all physical and print touchpoints.
• Create high-quality 3D packaging renders or digital mockups for internal and retail presentations.
• Develop physical prototypes and sample packaging for photography, events, or testing.
• Partner with marketing, operations, and sales to translate strategy into cohesive visual design.

Skills

Pantone matching

Color management

Print production

Dielines

3D mockups/rendering

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Creative Suite

PowerPoint

Dimension

Blender

Job description

Ready ® is seeking a Graphic Designer to shape packaging, POS, and print campaigns across our portfolio. You will translate strategy into cohesive visuals, manage dielines, print specs, and production-ready files with color accuracy.

Collaborate with design, marketing, and operations to develop materials that look sharp, print flawlessly, and connect with consumers at every touchpoint. A detailed, fast-paced mindset is essential for success.