What are the responsibilities and job description for the Packaging Designer position at Aquent?
Job Title: Packaging Graphic Designer | Fashion or Beauty
Client Location: Hybrid; Manhattan NY
Starting: 03/02/2026
Pay Comments: W2 with benefits
Minimum Pay (per hour): 27.30
Maximum Pay (per hour): 30.34
Firm, non-negotiable: No
Hours: Full-time
Duration: 3 months with possible extension
Job Description:
Join a leading global brand, partnered with Aquent, where your creative vision and technical precision will directly shape the customer experience! This is an incredible opportunity to make a tangible impact, ensuring every product detail communicates quality and brand consistency. Your expertise will be crucial in bringing designs to life, making a lasting impression on consumers worldwide.
As a **Packaging Design Specialist**, you will be at the forefront of ensuring our product packaging is not only visually appealing but also technically perfect for production. You will play a pivotal role in translating design concepts into flawless mechanicals, directly influencing the final look and feel of our products. Your meticulous work will uphold the brand's high standards and ensure a seamless journey from design to shelf.
**What You'll Do:**
* Create, build, and meticulously update packaging mechanicals across a diverse range of formats, including hangtags, jokers, woven labels, and various packaging types.
* Precisely add all necessary measurements, specifications, and annotations to every mechanical, ensuring clarity and accuracy for production.
* Guarantee that all files are fully production-ready, complete with correct sizing, bleeds, layering, and precise color callouts.
* Collaborate closely with internal teams to seamlessly implement design updates and uphold unwavering brand consistency across all packaging elements.
**Must-Have Qualifications:**
* Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, demonstrated through extensive practical application.
* A solid understanding of packaging production processes, including dielines and print setup standards.
* Exceptional attention to detail and an unwavering commitment to accuracy in all tasks.
* Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet tight deadlines.
**Nice-to-Have Qualifications:**
* Previous experience specifically in packaging design, showcasing a deeper understanding of industry nuances and best practices.
**About Aquent Talent:**
Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.