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SalaryOur client is a successful, (small and really friendly) independent brand and packaging design agency based in Berkshire.
The company has been trading for 14 years and has an enviable client portfolio comprising a mix of Corporate Master Brands (like OXO and Mr Kipling) and Iconic Challengers (like Just Bee (honey)
They are a FMCG Food & Beverage sector specialist.
Their scope of work encompasses brand and commercial strategy helping shape the brands of the future through to brand identity and packaging design.
They create brand icons applying a do-it-once and do-it-well philosophy.
We are on the search for a talented Packaging Designer to join their team.
This person will enjoy working with a small bunch of friendly creatives and see the positives of this environment (able to see projects through from start to finish, be creative- be heard and seen!)
4 days a week in Maidenhead / with Friday remote.
A flat structure where designers get to truly own projects.
Character offices. Friendly, supportive, tight knit team.
Must have a strong sketch book and demonstrable experience primarily in UK Pack Design sector.
Ideally needs to be strong through all stages - concept to technical.
Salary circa GBP40k pending experience and skills.
Ideally, we are looking for a Designer who enjoys working on-site in the studio and happy to do this full-time Mon-Fri if possible (although we are open to discussions)
Please see below what we are looking for, in addition to a portfolio showcasing your Food/Drinks Packaging Designs (along with Hand sketches and ideas).
Responsibilities
- You will be developing projects from concept to final design stage.
- You will be eager to take responsibility for projects collaborating with other team members and helping manage external suppliers Example, Photographers, Illustrators, Printers.
- You will be confident in presenting direct to clients both in-person and online and capable of clearly articulating the strategy behind your design work
Attitude
- You will be able to demonstrate how you work collaboratively and how you foster a positive work environment with your co-workers.
- You will be able to demonstrate your passion for design, sustainability and the environment.
- Above all, you will be inquisitive, highly motivated within your chosen career and excited about deploying your skills within our exiting team structure and for our clients.
Qualifications
- A strong, creative portfolio with demonstrable experience in Food & Beverage over a minimum of 1.5 years in a Packaging agency environment.
- Ideally a recognised degree level design qualification.
- You will be highly accomplished with Adobe Suite design packages.
- Ideally you will have a commercially solid grasp of setting files up for the given reproduction process of any given project.
The role will be offered with a competitive and attractive compensation and benefits package to match the successful candidates level of experience.
