Packaging Graphic Designer

1 Month ago • All levels • Graphic Design

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Job Description

Onward Search seeks a Packaging Graphic Designer for a hybrid role in Cranbury, NJ (minimum 3 days/week on-site). This contract position (through January 2025) involves collaborating on high-profile projects for new licenses and events. Responsibilities include developing creative and visually engaging packaging designs that meet both aesthetic and functional needs, focusing on production work and ensuring design accuracy. Strong design and production skills, experience with die lines, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite are essential. The role demands a keen eye for detail and ability to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Must have:
  • Proficiency in graphic design & production (packaging focus)
  • Experience with die lines
  • Adobe Creative Suite proficiency
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to work under tight deadlines
Good to have:
  • Experience in a fast-paced environment
Perks:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Program
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Learning and Education Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training & Development

Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We are currently seeking a talented and dynamic Graphic Designer with a focus on Packaging to join our client's team. This hybrid role is based in Cranbury, NJ, requiring on-site presence at least three days a week. The role is set to start ASAP and runs through January 2025.

In this exciting opportunity, you’ll play a key role in delivering innovative visual designs with an emphasis on packaging, working closely with our client's team on high-profile projects for new licenses and upcoming events. If you have strong design and production skills, a keen eye for detail, and are experienced with die lines, this could be the perfect role for you.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with the client's team to execute design projects for new events and licensing initiatives.
  • Develop creative and visually engaging designs for packaging that meet both aesthetic and functional requirements.
  • Focus primarily on production work to ensure that designs are executed efficiently and accurately.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proficiency in graphic design and production, with a particular focus on packaging design.
  • Experience working with die lines and understanding their application in packaging.
  • Ability to bring your own equipment, ideally a Mac or PC with Adobe Creative Suite (CS).
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work under tight deadlines.
  • Prior experience working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment is a plus.

Perks & Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • 401k Program
  • Commuter Benefit
  • eLearning and Education Reimbursement
  • Ongoing Training & Development

To qualify for our benefits package, candidates must work over 30 hours per week and have a minimum assignment length of 10 weeks.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for immediate impact with the potential for extended engagement based on project needs. If you meet the requirements and are ready to make a difference, we encourage you to apply!

Apply today to take the next step in your career! Our team will guide you through the interview process and advocate on your behalf.

Employer Details:

  • Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
  • In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
  • Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
  • Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
  • Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
  • Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.
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