* £35,000 - £40,000 DOE
* Horley, Surrey
* Drives & has access to a vehicle (due to office/studio location)
We are working with a successful product design company who designs and manufactures products for some of the best-known retailers globally. They are seeking a talented and experienced Product and Packaging Designer to join their team.
You will use your creativity and expertise identifying trends within the market to produce commercial and trend-led designs. This role requires a sharp understanding of specific retailer requirements as you will be producing artworks tailored for a range of different customers and leading retailers. Having excellent cutter guide, packaging, typography skills, and art working skills, you will also have a comprehensive understanding of Adobe Suite.
Responsibilities:
* Designing and developing concepts for new products to meet client requirements.
* Creating visually appealing presentations and graphics for new and conceptual products.
* Generating artwork for products and packaging, ensuring accuracy and high-quality standards.
* Developing customer presentations to support sales pitches and showcase product features.
* Collaborating effectively with suppliers on project requirements and specifications.
* Utilising design skills to produce and refine 3D printed materials.
* Conducting photography sessions as needed to fulfil business requirements.
Requirements:
* Proficient in using Apple Mac and Adobe Creative Cloud software, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and Dimension.
* Skilled in creating cutter guides and utilising basic Microsoft Office tools.
* Capable of 3D rendering to enhance product visualisation.
* Extensive experience in packaging design, including the incorporation of back-of-pack information, hazard warnings, and barcodes.
* Strong layout skills and the ability to create appealing artwork compositions.
* Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in all design work.
* Efficient and fast working, delivering high-quality results within given timeframes.
* Demonstrates a strong work ethic, consistently working hard and diligently.
* Enthusiastic and passionate about product design, displaying a genuine interest in the field.
* Adaptive to changing project requirements and open to incorporating feedback and suggestions.
* Possesses excellent teamwork skills, effectively collaborating with colleagues and suppliers to achieve project goals.