Senior Packaging Designer - pets+people (Fetch for Pets & Brand Buzz) : Job Details

Fetch4Pets/Brand Buzz is a trusted and respected manufacturer of pet and household consumer goods for leading brands such as Burt's Bees, Arm & Hammer, Clorox and Glad, along with top entertainment properties Disney, Star Wars, Harry Potter and many more. We are looking for a talented, high energy, dynamic consumer packaged goods designer to work on packaging (conceptual and line extensions), retail displays, trade shows and more. The role is very production heavy with existing line adaptations. This role reports to the Packaging Manager.ResponsibilitiesPrimary responsibility is to prepare files for production according to templates and directionWork on packaging concepts for new products and extensions for existing brandsWork with product managers to make sure tasks have correct informationMake sure all artwork is delivered on time and done correctlyMake sure all designs meet internal, as well, as licensing partners brand guideline standardsEnsure all files are accurate and completeEnsure proper procedure are being followedParticipate in quarterly comp shopping tripsUnderstand new brand needs and work cross-functionally on concepting new linesNurture and guide junior designersWho you are...Eager to work in fast-paced environmentYou have excellent attention to detail and know how to follow proceduresKnow how to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlinesAble to communicate with counterpartsHighly collaborative, openly share knowledge and ideas and incorporate input from othersProactive and self-motivated, with a high level of organizational skillsHighly creative in generating new ideas - on trendMulti-tasker able to pivot according to workflow and deadlinesProblem solver with a great dispositionFun lovingLove petsRequirements7+ years' experience designing consumer goods packagingBachelor's degree or equivalent experience in design/artStrong leadership skills with empathy and compassionHave in-depth understanding on brand guidelines usageStrong typography/composition skills and color senseStrong project management and organizational skills are necessaryMust have expert experience with packaging and retail displaysExpert level understanding of file setup for productionHave extensive knowledge of packaging substrates, materials, printing, and compingExperience with molded items and/or trade shows is a plusAdobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office software skills on Mac requiredGeneral understanding of product manufacturing is an advantageMust have portfolio to share with related workCompany PerksHybrid role: three in-office day, two work from homePaid time offHealth, dental and vision insurance401k availablePet friendly office20 additional Work from anywhere daysAccess to Udemy for personal growth