Packaging Photography Project Manager

icreatives; Bentonville (AR); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

A creative staffing agency is seeking a Packaging Photography Project Manager to oversee project quality and ensure high brand standards in Bentonville, Arkansas. The ideal candidate will manage supplier images, conduct packaging walkthroughs, and lead photo reviews while working closely with creative teams. This onsite role requires 3 to 5 years of project management experience in packaging or retail. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in relevant software are essential.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in project management in packaging or retail.
• Experience managing creative projects preferred.
• Ability to identify potential delays and pivot plans effectively.

Responsibilities

• Review supplier-submitted images for quality and content.
• Participate in packaging walkthroughs for new products.
• Review photos to ensure execution of direction.
• Cross-check final proofs against reference documents.
• Assist with updating guidance materials.

Skills

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to work independently with great attention to detail

Multitask and prioritize effectively

Proficiency in Microsoft Office, primarily Excel

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Were looking for an organized, detail-oriented Packaging Photography Project Manager to support a growing team in the retail industry in Bentonville, Arkansas. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with creative teams, vendors, and photographers to ensure packaging visuals meet high brand standards. If you thrive juggling multiple projects, reviewing photography for accuracy, and keeping everything moving smoothly, this might be for you!

In this role, you'll be responsible for reviewing supplier-submitted images, attending regular packaging walkthroughs, and guiding studio photography direction. You'll work with cross-functional teams to manage samples, monitor image quality, and review final proofs to ensure consistency with brand guidelines. You'll also support updates to internal photo and packaging guidance documents, helping the team maintain a clean, cohesive look across all packaging materials.

Responsibilities Include:

• Review supplier-submitted images for correct format, quality, resolution, color mode, and content
• Participate in weekly or bi-weekly packaging walkthroughs to discuss new products and upcoming photo needs
• Review photos after shoots to confirm the direction was executed correctly
• Cross-check final proofs against crop reference documents to ensure accurate photo placement
• Assist with updating guidance materials to reflect the latest style and branding standards

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently with great attention to detail
• Monitor project progress, identify potential delays or issues, and adjust/pivot plans with the team as necessary to meet deadlines
• Build strong relationships
• Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, primarily Excel, and Adobe Creative Suite

3 to 5 years of experience in project management, preferably in a packaging, retail or creative environment. This is a temporary, onsite position at our clients headquarters in Bentonville, Arkansas. Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. Remote work not available.

To apply for immediate consideration, please submit your resume, salary request, cover letter, and a case study presentation preferred, highlighting a few packaging or creative projects you've managed successfully!

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US as our client is unable to sponsor visas. Due to the volume of applications, we may not respond to each one personally. If we are interested in your qualifications, we'll contact you via telephone or email. By applying, you agree to be contacted by email or text. Message and data rates may apply.

Temporary, fulltime, freelance and contract creative staffing and recruiting agency specializing in marketing and design personnel; UI/UX, Graphic designers, copywriters, bloggers, user experience & interface – web designers, traffic managers, studio managers, media buyers, project managers and front-end and back-end programmers.