Packaging & Print Designer

ON-SITE 4 DAYS/WEEK 

Who We Are:

Thrive Causemetics is Bigger Than Beauty™: We are an independent, female-owned beauty brand that creates high-performance vegan cosmetics and supports a community of giving. All of Thrive Causemetics' products are free of parabens and sulfates, in addition to being 100 percent cruelty-free. Through its Bigger Than Beauty™ program, every product purchased results in a donation to help communities thrive.

Thrive Causemetics is dedicated to fostering a collaborative and cross-functional workplace where everyone’s voice matters. We are committed to being pioneers in creating a culture of wellness. Together, we prioritize a strong work ethic while maintaining a positive, exciting environment where people are passionate about what they do.

Who We Are Looking For:

We are seeking a Packaging Designer to join our creative team. The ideal candidate has a passion for packaging identity and deep expertise in production and execution, ensuring designs are print-ready and optimized for both DTC and retail. This role requires experience leading packaging redesigns, establishing and maintaining brand identity, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver high-quality packaging and print materials to market.

• 5+ years of proven experience as a Packaging Production Designer. Experience executing a large packaging redesign required. 
• Design and execute high-quality, print-ready packaging artwork for both DTC and retail
• Conduct and implement findings from packaging audits to enhance brand consistency and efficiency.
• Ensure all packaging aligns with brand identity, regulatory requirements, and production standards. 
• Apply design principles including visual hierarchy, negative space, repetition, contrast, balance, alignment, proportion, typography, and color theory to create effective visual assets.
• Collaborate with art director, product development, marketing, and supply chain teams to bring packaging concepts to market.
• Produce 3D prototypes, modeling and mock-ups for packaging, print and retail projects and present design concepts to cross functional teams for feedback and approval.
• Manage diReelines, print production specifications, press-checks, and proofing processes with vendors.
• Strong understanding of print production in packaging and retail environments color management, complexities of printing on different substrates  and packaging materials.
• Manage multiple projects with strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently or collaboratively.
• Excellent communication and time management skills and a proactive approach to achieving high-quality execution across all design touchpoints.
• Passion for beauty and the ability to align with Thrive Causemetics' mission.

Thrive Causemetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without current or future sponsorship for an immigration-related work benefit. Thrive Causemetics does not hire H-1B, F-1 CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT candidates for this role.

The base pay range for this role is $78,000 - $90,000, with the following factors determining the base pay at offer: skills, qualifications, experience. This range provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. Additionally, this role is also eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company and individual performance. Thrive Causemetics provides a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to: comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, various paid time off programs, employee discount/perks, life insurance, disability insurance, and employee assistance programs.

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