Packaging Designer

About the Company 

Essor, where brands take flight. We find digital challenger brands and supercharge them into iconic global legends that consumers love. As a next-generation consumer products platform, we leverage technology, industry expertise, and strategic collaborations to ignite growth and launch brands beyond expectations. 

Essor’s brand portfolio today includes a broad range of rapidly growing health & wellness and lifestyle brands like Boka, ZitSticka, Puracy, OTOTO Design, FreshCap, Iron Flask, Fullstar, NumNum, Key Nutrients, and Viking Revolution that are sold on Amazon, Direct to Consumer channels, and through national retailers like Target, CVS, and Walmart. 

About the Role

We’re looking for a creative and detail-oriented Packaging & Print Designer to bring our brand to life across a range of products. In this role, you’ll conceptualize and execute compelling designs, from initial sketches and mood boards to production-ready artwork.

If you're passionate about packaging design, thrive in a collaborative environment, and have a sharp eye for execution, we’d love to meet you.

What you will do:

• Design packaging & print materials that align with brand identity across a range of products.
• Create production-ready artwork and ensure high-quality execution.
• Collaborate with graphic designers and copywriters to finalize packaging & print text and visuals.
• Conceptualize packaging & print designs, including sketches, mockups, and mood boards.
• Analyze market trends and product details to develop effective packaging & print solutions.
• Maintain a well-organized asset library for all design components.
• Meet project deadlines and deliverables efficiently.
• Design retail shelf displays and planograms to maximize product visibility and brand consistency.
• Work with stakeholders to ensure packaging & print materials convey the right message and engage consumers.

Who you are:

• With at least 2-4 years of experience in packaging and print design, preferably in a consumer goods or retail environment
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field
• Strong portfolio showcasing packaging and print design across various product types,  with Visual Merchandising experience preferred.
• Proficient in design software, including Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat, plus if with experience in 3D for mockup
• Solid understanding of print production processes, dielines, color profiles, and material limitations.
• Experience preparing production-ready files and working with printers or vendors
• Strong visual storytelling, layout, and typography skills with a consistent eye for branding
• Proven ability to translate briefs and marketing objectives into compelling packaging and print designs
• Experience designing for retail, including planograms and shelf displays
• A collaborative mindset, with strong communication skills and the ability to manage assets and meet deadlines efficiently
• Experience working in ClickUp, Asana, Plane or similar project management tools is a plus
• Knowledge of sustainability in packaging or interest in eco-friendly materials is a bonus

We are seeking for people who:

• Are owners. 
• Are continually raising the bar.  
• Are sincerely open-minded, and are willing to examine their strongest convictions with humility. 
• Nurture and embrace differing perspectives to make better decisions. 

What's in it for you?

• A supportive, diverse and global team with a growth mindset.
• A scaling company with great industry professionals.
• A flexible (hybrid) working environment.
• Great opportunities to get involved with exciting projects.

 

If you are ready to join our fast-paced company, apply now!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, age, or national origin will be considered. No qualified applicants will be discriminated against on the basis of disability or protected veteran status.