Packaging Specialist - Mid-Level

TalentBurst; Framingham (MA); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the fashion industry is seeking a Packaging Specialist to create and manage artwork for packaging. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in graphic design, particularly in the apparel sector, and strong skills in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator. This role requires excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work under pressure in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience in packaging or graphic design.
• Experience in the apparel industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Building artwork for packaging and production work.
• Executing and directing artwork while managing multiple projects.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organizational

Presentation

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Microsoft Word

Excel

Job description

Packaging Specialist

Location: Framingham, MA 01701

Duration: 6+ Months

Level: Mid level: 4+ years

Schedule: Hybrid M-F, 9A-5P

This role involves building artwork for packaging (labeling, etc.), production work, and speccing. The ideal candidate must have strong skills in Adobe Photoshop & Illustrator, along with patience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to follow instructions well. We are looking for candidates with 3-5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications:

• Packaging or related graphic design experience in the apparel industry.
• Excellent sense of color, style, and fashion.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to prioritize, handle multiple projects, and work well under pressure.
• Team player mindset.
• Ability to execute and direct artwork.
• Understanding of budget processes.
• Strong knowledge of the retail and home fashion market.
• Extensive proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, and Excel.
• Expertise in their functional area.
• Ability to envision future trends and their implications for the company.
• Effective communication and interpretation of conceptual design ideas.
• Acts with integrity.
• Experience working with fashion buyers is a significant plus.