Senior Packaging Designer

About our company:

Headquartered in the heart of the fashion district of New York City, was founded in 1967. Accutime is a global leader in the timekeeping category. Producing watches and clock for Men, Ladies, and Kids with world renowned licenses marketing to leading retailers across the globe.

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Joining our Team:

We are seeking dynamic, energetic, hard-working individuals to join our team. We have dedicated and passionate team members that collectively drive the company to new heights and accomplishments. An opportunity to join an industry leading company that can help you maximize your skills to excel and grow.

Portfolio Includes:

Accutime is a leading licensee to some of the world’s largest entertainment and fashion brands. We market our products across major global markets, with a focus on N. America. Some of the licenses in our portfolio include Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, Nickelodeon, MGA, Universal, Hasbro, Minecraft, US Polo Assn, Tahari, Van Heusen, IZOD, Bebe etc.

Title:

Senior Packaging Designer

Job Title: Senior Packaging Designer

Overview

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Packaging Designer to lead the end-to-end development of innovative, functional, and brand-aligned packaging solutions. This role requires a strategic thinker with deep expertise in materials, structural design, market trends, and sustainability. The ideal candidate will bring extensive hands-on experience, a strong creative vision, and proven leadership abilities to drive packaging excellence across our product portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

Design Leadership & Strategy

• Oversee the entire packaging design process—from concept through production—ensuring all solutions align with brand identity and deliver an exceptional consumer experience.
• Apply advanced design strategies and knowledge of materials to develop packaging that is functional, visually compelling, and interactive.
• Stay ahead of market trends, innovations, competitor activity, and consumer insights to inform forward-thinking design strategies.
• Conduct and incorporate consumer research to refine and optimize packaging concepts.
• Lead sustainability initiatives by integrating eco-friendly materials, responsible design practices, and adherence to environmental regulations.

Technical Expertise

• Utilize deep understanding of materials (e.g., paperboard, plastics) and printing processes to create designs that are feasible, durable, and cost-effective.
• Develop structural packaging solutions and prototypes using advanced design software and engineering principles.
• Ensure packaging meets all regulatory and compliance standards across markets.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with marketing, product development, supply chain, and other internal teams to ensure alignment on design objectives, timelines, and product requirements.
• Communicate design concepts and strategies clearly and persuasively to stakeholders, including senior leadership.
• Coordinate with external vendors and suppliers to ensure timely production, high-quality materials, and adherence to design specifications.

Operational & Budget Oversight

• Manage the packaging development budget, making informed, cost-effective decisions without compromising quality or design intent.
• Oversee project timelines, resources, and deliverables to ensure efficient and successful execution.

Leadership & Mentorship

• Mentor and develop junior designers, fostering a collaborative, creative, and high-performing team environment.
• Provide guidance and constructive feedback to support ongoing skills development and design excellence.
• Demonstrate a proactive, solution-oriented approach to overcoming design challenges.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in packaging design, with a strong, diverse portfolio showcasing innovative and functional solutions.
• Advanced knowledge of structural design, materials science, printing technologies, and packaging manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, ArtiosCAD, SolidWorks, Esko, etc.).
• Strong understanding of global packaging regulations and sustainability standards.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Experience with character licenses and licensor approval processes
• Proven ability to lead, mentor, and inspire design teams.

Why Join Us?

• Work with some of the most exciting and well-known brands in the world.
• Contribute to impactful work in a dynamic industry, leverage your skills within a collaborative and supportive culture
• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Office located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan.
• Family run and owned since 1967
• Industry leading company with products across all major retailers

Contact Jack Shama / VP / 212-686-9438 / jshama@accutimewatch.com