Midweight Designer (£40k - £45k)

Overview:
We are looking for a talented Midweight Designer with packaging design experience to join a growing in-house creative team. This role offers the chance to work on a variety of projects, from packaging design for seasonal product launches to broader design tasks across digital and print channels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create high-quality packaging designs for a wide range of products, ensuring compliance with technical specifications such as box dimensions, materials, and production standards.
• Collaborate with the Senior Designer and other team members to deliver creative solutions that align with brand guidelines.
• Support the development of packaging-specific design principles and templates for future use.
• Assist with other design tasks during quieter periods, including retail store assets, email campaigns, website banners, and social media content.
• Work closely with internal teams, including buying, marketing, and suppliers, to ensure design projects meet business objectives.

Requirements:

• Demonstrable experience in packaging design, with knowledge of technical requirements such as compliance, materials, and production processes.
• Strong design skills with a portfolio showcasing packaging work, ideally within retail or product-led industries.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; familiarity with project management tools such as Monday.com is a plus.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to contribute to the development of the design function.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (£40k - £45k).
• Flexible working arrangements, including three days in the office and two days remote.
• Core working hours of 10am to 4pm, with flexibility to start early or finish late.
• Generous staff discount scheme.
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative environment and contribute to the growth of a new design department.

These roles offer the chance to work on exciting projects and play a key part in building a new in-house design team. If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a fresh challenge, we would love to hear from you.

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