Sr. Art Director, Packaging

Apple, Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 186,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental cover

Retirement benefits

Stock programs

Education reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple, Inc. is seeking a Senior Art Director for Packaging Design to craft innovative, print-ready packaging and branding across global campaigns.

You will lead art direction from concept to production, elevating design systems while mentoring juniors and collaborating with cross-functional partners. The role requires a strong portfolio in branding, typography, photography, and print production, with expert Adobe Creative Suite skills and Keynote.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in design, packaging, and art direction.
• Portfolio showing branding, typography, photography, and print production.
• Experience with print production techniques, including foils and embossing; sign-off.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Keynote.
• Strong design leadership and mentorship abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and art direction of packaging design solutions, from brainstorming through production.
• Inspire and mentor the creative team while guiding junior staff and partners.
• Manage multiple projects, balancing strategy with detail and final print sign-off.
• Deliver clear creative presentations to leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Adapt to shifting priorities, maintaining momentum and direction.

Skills

Art direction

Branding

Typography

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Presentation

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Keynote

KeyShot

Cinema 4D

After Effects

Job description

Marcom is the creatively-led global team that oversees Apple's consumer facing marketing. We ensure the flawless development and execution of world-class communications across all medias and platforms. Every day, hundreds of millions of Apple customers around the world interact with our products. We drive the strategy and creative work that provide both new and existing customers with simple, engaging and inspiring marketing experiences.

The Design Team is responsible for the design and art direction of core communications, including product launches and seasonal campaigns, across Retail, Channel, Packaging, Keynote, and Events. Working in a highly collaborative environment, the Design Packaging team defines the look and feel of all Apple Product Packaging.

Description

As a Senior Art Director on the Packaging Design team, you will create innovative, compelling work from initial ideation through final production. In this role, you will develop new art direction, graphic design, and illustration approaches while maintaining and elevating the quality of existing design systems across global product packaging for one of the world's most recognizable brands.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and art direction of packaging design solutions, from brainstorming through production, in close collaboration with cross-functional partners.
• Inspire and mentor the creative team while staying hands-on in the work, guiding junior staff and Marcom partners with thoughtful feedback and direction.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing strategic objectives with meticulous attention to detail, including final review of print mechanicals prior to production.
• Deliver clear, persuasive creative presentations to design team leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and new direction, pivoting strategically without losing momentum.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 10 years of experience in design, packaging, and art direction, with a proven ability to develop innovative creative work across packaging and print media.
• A portfolio that showcases deep expertise in branding, typography, photography, and print production.
• Proven experience in print production techniques, including foils and embossing, with meticulous attention to detail through light-room review and mechanical sign-off.
• Expert skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and Keynote.
• Strong design leadership skills, with the ability to guide and redirect creative development, mentor junior creatives, and manage freelancers and vendors.

Preferred Qualifications

• Comfortable using AI tools to develop and communicate concepts.
• Working knowledge of 3D and motion tools (e.g., KeyShot, Cinema 4D, After Effects).
• Illustration skills.
• Clear, confident communicator who can present ideas, engage in constructive debate, and take directional feedback across all levels of the organization.
• Collaborative problem-solver with strong organizational habits and the ability to keep work structured and team-accessible.
• Genuinely curious about design, art, architecture, technology, culture, and trends across packaging, branding, retail, and social media.

Pay & Benefits

• At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $186,300 and $280,000, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
• Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.
• Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition.
• Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.
• Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note

Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.