Packaging Operations Designer

Wpp Group; Sunnyvale (CA); Hybrid; USD 89,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

WPP Production in Sunnyvale seeks a Packaging Operations Designer to support the Product Graphics team in artwork implementation for sustaining products. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, problem solving, and delivering high-quality graphics for products, components, and parts.

You will revise artwork for regulatory updates, ensure brand consistency, and collaborate with Designers, Project Manager, and Graphics Manager to meet milestones on schedule.

Qualifications

• BA degree in Graphics Design or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a design organization for consumer electronics/consumer goods.
• Strong knowledge of fundamental design principles and typography.
• Mastery in graphic and production design.
• Ability to read 3D CAD drawings and manage multiple projects with milestones.

Responsibilities

• Revise sustaining hardware artwork with general text and content updates, regulatory changes, and font updates.
• Graphics are for implementation on products, components, and individual parts.
• Collaborate with Designers on regulatory updates, and with Project Manager on key implementation dates and localization matrix.
• Ensure brand consistency by aligning with client design style and product ecosystem; work with Graphics Manager on design vs regulatory constraints.
• Ensure all artwork is reviewed and delivered on time for cross-functional review.
• Assist Product Graphics team with graphics specs and documentation; participate in process improvements.

Skills

Graphic design

Production design

Typography

Project management

Attention to detail

Education

BA Graphics Design or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Pages

Numbers

Keynote

MS Office

CAD drawings

Job description

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organisation. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company - powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.

A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a Packaging Operations Designer do at WPP Production?

The Product Graphics Studio Production Designer supports the Product Graphics team with production and design tasks in the implementation of artwork for sustaining products. In addition, they perform miscellaneous production tasks such as reviewing vendor part marking specifications and test devices. The ideal candidate is meticulous and detail oriented, shows ingenuity in solving problems, is resourceful, and is dedicated to achieving high quality standards. They are dependable, calm under pressure, and able to learn quickly and cope with rapid change.

Responsibilities:

• Supports Product Graphics Designers by revising all sustaining hardware product artwork with general text and content updates, regulatory changes, and font updates.
• Graphics are for implementation on products, components, and individual parts.
• For Regulatory updates, works with Designers on design needs, intent, requirements, and interpretation, and with Project Manager to understand key implementation dates and the product localization matrix.
• Understands the client's design style and product ecosystem to ensure brand consistency. Works with Graphics Manager to find the best compromise between design intent and regulatory constraints.
• Ensures all artwork has been reviewed and approved by the Product Graphics Designers and delivered on time for cross-functional team review.
• Supports Product Graphics team with graphics specifications and best practices documentation. Participates in process improvement to make the workflow more efficient.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• BA degree in Graphics Design or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in a design organization for consumer electronics/consumer goods. Project management experience a plus.
• Strong knowledge of fundamental design principles. Well-honed eye for sophisticated design, quality, and consistency.
• Mastery in graphic and production design and in the application of typography best practices.
• Understands line-weights and how they appear on various surface materials: plastics/metals/fibers/other.
• Ability to read 3D CAD drawings.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously while tracking milestones and deliverables.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator [Expert], In-Design, Photoshop. Proficiency in Mac Applications: Pages, Numbers, Keynote, and in Microsoft Office. Database management systems a plus.
• Trustworthy in a highly confidential environment. Supportive of company values.
• Strong work ethic. Accountable for actions. Takes initiative.
• Highly motivated and goal oriented. Follows through from beginning to completion.
• Positive, attentive, focused, and engaged.
• Straightforward, honest, and diplomatic demeanor when dealing with others.
• Exceptional communication (interpersonal and written) and follow-up skills.
• Adaptable to frequent change. Works well under pressure.
• Manages time effectively.
• Collaborative "team-player."
• Knowledge of manufacturing and production phases a plus.

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, go to https://www.wpp.com/en/careers/wellbeing/benefits-at-wpp-in-the-us for more details.

Pay Range:

$89,000 - $99,424

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Why work here:

At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

Inclusion and Impact

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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