Description
The Senior Designer, Packaging will play a pivotal role in developing innovative and visually stunning packaging designs that align with our brand’s aesthetics and capture the attention of our target audience. You will report into and work closely with the Director, Packaging to ensure cohesive and strategic design solutions that effectively communicate our brand story and enhance the overall customer experience while adhering to strict budget and tight timeline. This role is highly creative and require the candidate to always be on top of industry trend and outside-the-box thinking. Your strong illustration skills will be crucial in developing captivating visuals that enhance the packaging concepts and tell our brand’s story. Projects can range from packaging – primary & secondary, illustrations, social mailers, sampling programs, branded accessories, cosmetics bags and other design collateral.
Must submit portfolio
This position is based at the Too Faced Corporate Headquarters in Irvine, California.
Responsibilities
- Design and develop packaging from concept to production.
- Prepare, package and spec files for all assigned projects.
- Create beautiful illustrations that enhance the packaging concepts and elevate visual storytelling.
- Ensure consistency with brand guidelines, visual identity, and product positioning.
- Collaborate with Packaging Development, Product Marketing, Product Development and Creative team-at-large to meet technical & budget requirements as well as brand & product strategy.
- Stay updated on industry trends and conduct competitor research
- Follow workflow and sign-off protocols to ensure final deliverables are error-free.
- Must design to strict timeline and stay within budget
Qualifications:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $71,000 to $106,000. Exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education, and budget. Salary range may vary based on geographic location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.
In addition, The Estée Lauder Companies offers a variety of benefits to eligible employees, including health insurance coverage, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education-related programs, paid holidays and vacation time, and many others. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.
• B.A. or B.F.A. in Graphic Design or equivalent
• 4-7+ years of relevant experience. In beauty or fashion is a plus!
• Strong Graphic Designer with an exquisite taste level & experience in Packaging Design.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
Experience with 3D rendering software is a plus.
• Highly organized self-starter who understands how to balance multiple projects and keep projects moving.
• Ability to illustrate in a style that complements/mimics the Too Faced Brand.
• Strong Typography Skills. Hand lettering a plus.
• Knowledge in various packaging types, materials & production methods.
• Excellent presentation skills with the ability to articulate design and vision.
• Team player (ability to work with immediate team members and cross functional partners)