Brand Production Designer

Position Title: Brand Production Designer

Department: Marketing

Reports To: Director of Marketing

Location: Albuquerque, NM

How We Operate (The Verdes Standard):

1.) Exceed expectations: We set the bar high, and we want you to take it even higher. Do the little things, and the big things, that blow people away.

2.) Get better every day. We value continuous improvement.

3.) Show initiative. See something, do something. You are responsible for making things better.

4.) Demonstrate integrity. Do the right thing, own up to mistakes, and keep commitments.

5.) Engage in courageous conversations. Speak honestly and directly, clear is kind.

6.) Be responsive. Respond within 24 hours to queries and concerns

Overview

The Brand Production Designer transforms creative concepts into precise, print- and web-ready deliverables that bring the Verdes brand to life. This role combines technical design skill and brand fluency, with responsibilities such as developing packaging, print creative, and digital assets that maintain consistency while accommodating unique formats and production needs.

Key Responsibilities

Create print-ready artwork for packaging, labels, menus, posters, invitations, and other project-based collateral using Adobe Creative Cloud.

Collaborate directly with manufacturing teams to create, refine and maintain efficient in-house label and packaging design systems.

Develop vector graphics, dielines, templates, and other design files that extend a consistent brand identity into both product and promotional contexts.

Adapt and resize campaign creative for multiple formats (digital, print, in-store, large-scale, etc.) while maintaining visual integrity and call-to-action.

Collaborate with the marketing team to create, maintain and update a library of flexible design assets that present the Verdes brand consistently, favorably and accurately in different creative formats.

Work directly with print, packaging and accessory vendors to ensure color accuracy, material compatibility, and file readiness in a variety of formats.

Produce web and UI assets in coordination with developers to support ecommerce, landing pages, and promotional features.

Manage archive of finalized creative assets and templates for future use.

Ensure all deliverables align with brand strategy and support marketing objectives across retail and wholesale channels.

Track project timelines and communicate progress to stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met.

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience in production design, graphic design, or related creative fields.

Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop; experience preparing dielines and packaging preferred.

Strong understanding of print production processes and file setup standards (CMYK, bleed, resolution, etc.).

Working knowledge of web asset preparation and UX/UI visual consistency.

Detail-oriented, deadline-driven, and capable of handling multiple concurrent projects.

What Success Looks Like

Every print and packaging project hits the mark - on time, on spec, and on brand.

Other members of the marketing team feel supported by flexible assets, easy-to-use templates, as well as your attitude of collaboration, mentorship and teamwork.

Brand visuals translate cleanly from concept to finished product.

The marketing team trusts you as the go-to for high-fidelity design execution.

Physical and Emotional Requirements:

Must be able to sit for long periods of time, 8 – 10 hours multiple days in a row

Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

Ability to work in a confined area.

Must be able to bend/stoop/climb/reach

Must be able to present complex information to groups of people

Must be able to be physically present in the administrative office

Ability to handle high stress situations, ambiguity and changing priorities

Must be able to tolerate a reasonable amount of work stress

Compensation

$45,000-55,000 annually

Benefits

PTO (accrual-based)

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Program (100% employer-paid premium)

Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance ($10K) and Short-Term Disability Insurance

401K (automatic enrollment at 3%)

25% Employee Discount

Loyalty Program – 3% cash back toward Verdes purchases

It is the policy of The Verdes Foundation to provide equal employment (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The Verdes Foundation, will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.