Packaging & Graphic Designer, Personal Care

American Exchange Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits and wellness

401(k) plan with company match

PTO & holidays

Flexible Fridays

HSAs

FSAs

Commuter benefits

Employee discounts

Job summary

American Exchange Group in New York City is seeking a Packaging & Graphic Designer to join our Personal Care team. You will ensure packaging designs align with brand guidelines and marketing objectives, conceptualize ideas, select materials, and stay updated on industry trends.

Location is on-site at our New York City headquarters. The role requires 5+ years in packaging design, strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, and a portfolio that demonstrates your ability to create retail packaging across

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' packaging design experience with strong brand/graphic design understanding.
• Expert knowledge of packaging components, dyeline creation and prepress file prep.
• Portfolio showcasing ability to concept, design and execute packaging.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Create retail packaging across assigned brands.
• Produce dyelines, digital/print mockups and 3D renderings.
• Communicate product statements and features through packaging.
• Design and copy packaging elements.
• Develop packaging specs to ensure compliance.
• Produce final print-ready files for production.
• Assist with additional packaging design projects.

Skills

Packaging design

Brand/graphic design

Time management

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

3D programs

Job description

About Us

American Exchange Group sits at the forefront of the fashion industry, offering a strong portfolio of widely respected brands in multiple product categories. We are a multi-division New York-based designer, manufacturer and wholesaler of fashion accessory watches, jewelry, bags, footwear, home, and more for major retailers.

Joining American Exchange Group means being part of a dynamic and diverse team where your contributions drive real impact—and where there’s always room to grow. If you're looking to be part of a company that blends heritage with hustle, we’re excited to meet you.

Visit our website at www.axnygroup.com

About The Role

We are looking for a Packaging & Graphic Designer to join our dynamic Personal Care team. The person in this role should be able to understand brand guidelines and ensure that packaging designs align with the marketing objectives of each brand’s aesthetic. You’ll also work on conceptualizing ideas, selecting materials, and staying updated on industry trends to deliver innovative and market-worthy packaging solutions. Personal Care includes beauty tools, nail tools, loofahs, spa towels, etc.

Location: This is a full-time, on-site position based at our headquarters in New York City.

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Create retail packaging across all brands in the assigned category
• Ability to produce package dyelines, digital and print mockups and 3D renderings
• Effectively communicate product statements and features through package
• Design and copy to develop elements of packaging
• Develop and maintain packaging technical specifications to ensure their compliance
• Produce factory ready, final print files for production
• Assist with additional packaging design projects as needed

Qualifications & Experience

• 5+ years’ experience with a background in packaging design with a strong understanding of brand/graphic design
• Expert understanding of all aspects of packaging components, including packaging structure, dyeline creation, preparing files for printer/vendor
• Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with 3D programs is a plus
• Portfolio of design work showcasing ability to conceptualize, design and execute current packaging
• Strong design, verbal, organizational, and time management skills with ability to prioritize and meet multiple project deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Embraces change, challenges and makes recommendations for improvements to products and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment

Salary: $90,000 - $100,000 per year. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, internal equity, and location.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Flexible Fridays with shortened hours during both Summer and Winter seasons
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Tax-free commuter benefits
• Exclusive employee merchandise discounts