Packaging Production Designer [AQ-25544]

Aquent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent is seeking a visionary packaging designer in New York to shape the visual identity of skincare and sun care products. You will own brand packaging from concept to shelf-ready production, applying typography mastery to ensure regulatory clarity and compelling marketing copy.

Collaborate with marketing and operations, develop production-ready layouts, and craft comps for decks. A strong skincare packaging portfolio and mastery of Adobe Creative Suite are essential for this fast-paced role.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience focused on brand and packaging design.
• Experience in skincare or beauty industry.
• Expert typography skills for regulatory and detailed text on packaging.
• Proven ability to manage projects from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Take complete ownership of brand and packaging design projects, guiding them from initial concept development through to final production.
• Execute high-quality packaging designs with typography for regulatory and marketing copy.
• Identify and solve design challenges, optimizing limited packaging space for extensive text.
• Develop layouts maintaining brand guidelines across materials.
• Create comps and renderings for marketing decks; scrub/apply new text to imagery.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations; clarify requirements for execution.
• Manage design files; ensure production-ready and print specifications.
• Adapt quickly to ambiguous requirements with proactive problem-solving.

Skills

Typography

Brand design

Packaging design

Regulatory copy layout

Project ownership

Communication

Portfolio development

FDA labeling regulations

Dropbox asset management

Monday.com

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Aquent is thrilled to partner with a global leader in the beauty industry, renowned for its innovative skin and sun care products, to find a visionary creative who will shape the visual identity of groundbreaking beauty products. In this dynamic role, you will have a profound impact on how consumers interact with a leading brand, taking full ownership of packaging projects from initial concept to final shelf-ready production. Your expertise in typography and design will not only drive the success of highly anticipated product launches but also redefine the brand’s presence in a highly competitive market.

The Opportunity

As a key creative force on a fast-paced, entrepreneurial team, you will lead a significant brand refresh that directly influences consumer perception and ensures regulatory excellence. This role offers an unparalleled platform to showcase your innovation and problem-solving skills, turning complex design challenges into elegant, shelf-ready packaging solutions. You will collaborate closely with marketing and operations teams, bringing fresh ideas to life and making a tangible difference in a rapidly growing industry.

What You’ll Do

• Take complete ownership of brand and packaging design projects, guiding them from initial concept development through to final production.


• Execute high-quality packaging designs, applying expert typography skills to ensure clarity and compliance for both regulatory and marketing copy.


• Proactively identify and solve complex design challenges, such as optimizing limited packaging space for extensive text, and propose innovative creative solutions.


• Develop and refine design layouts, maintaining visual consistency and strict adherence to brand guidelines across all materials.


• Create compelling simple comps and renderings for marketing decks, including skillfully scrubbing and applying new text to existing imagery, such as product photographs.


• Collaborate proactively and effectively with marketing and operations teams, taking initiative to clarify requirements and facilitate seamless project execution.


• Manage and organize design files meticulously, ensuring they are production-ready and meet all necessary print specifications.


• Adapt swiftly to ambiguous project requirements, demonstrating exceptional resourcefulness in gathering information and finding effective solutions.

What You’ll Bring

• 3 to 5 years of professional experience specifically focused on brand and packaging design.


• Proven design experience within the skincare or beauty industry.


• Expert-level typography skills, with a deep understanding of layout principles for regulatory and detailed text on packaging.


• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), with strong Photoshop skills for image manipulation and text application.


• Demonstrated ability to manage projects from concept to final production, showcasing full ownership of the entire design process.


• Highly resourceful, proactive, and an effective problem-solver, especially in ambiguous situations.


• Experience working effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative team environment.


• Strong communication skills, enabling you to articulate design decisions clearly and proactively seek necessary information.


• A compelling portfolio showcasing strong typography, innovative packaging design, and production-ready work.

Highly Valued Skills

• Familiarity with FDA, Health Canada, and Mexico labeling regulations and knowledge.


• Experience with Dropbox asset management and Monday.com.