Product & Packaging Designer — Creative, Detail‑Oriented

Salt Digital Recruitment; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Salt Digital Recruitment in Johannesburg is seeking a talented Product Designer to contribute across product design, packaging, and artwork development. You will translate briefs into compelling visuals, ensuring accuracy and high-quality artwork for print and packaging projects.

You will apply colour theory, typography, Pantones and die lines, stay current with seasonal trends, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on deadlines.

Qualifications

• Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills.
• Solid understanding of print, artwork setup and product development.
• Creative problem-solving and attention to detail.
• Strong time management and ability to prioritise.
• Collaborative, accountable and proactive approach.
• Experience with Trello, Teams or Slack is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Bring customer briefs and product concepts to life.
• Develop accurate, high-quality artwork with strong attention to detail.
• Work across packaging, print and product design.
• Apply colour theory, typography, Pantones and die lines.
• Stay on top of the latest design and seasonal trends.
• Incorporate feedback and deliver projects within deadlines.
• Collaborate closely with product development and wider teams.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Print & artwork development

Time management

Collaboration

Trello

Microsoft Teams

Slack

Tools

Pantone color system

Job description

Salt Digital Recruitment in Johannesburg is seeking a talented Product Designer to contribute across product design, packaging, and artwork development. You will translate briefs into compelling visuals, ensuring accuracy and high-quality artwork for print and packaging projects.

You will apply colour theory, typography, Pantones and die lines, stay current with seasonal trends, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver on deadlines.