Graphic Design Manager
ONSITE AT CLIENT LOCATION Los Angeles, CA 90020 US
Job Description
- Location: ONSITE in Los Angeles, CA, 90065
- Work Authorization: Candidate must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder
- Contract duration: estimated 12 months
- Experience required: 7+ years of experience in designing product packaging
- Payrate range: Up to $36 per hour
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
We are looking for a highly creative and versatile Graphic Design Manager to join our team. As a Graphic Designer, you will play a crucial role in developing visually appealing and marketable packaging for products. Your responsibilities will encompass a wide range of design tasks, including product design, photo shoots (both in-house and with vendors), and collaborating with licensing companies such as Hello Kitty, Kakao, Line Friends, BT21, Disney, and more.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Product Design: Conceptualize, design, and execute creative product designs that align with our brand's aesthetics and target audience. This includes creating artwork, patterns, and graphics for a variety of products, from apparel to accessories.
- Photo Shoot Management: Coordinate and participate in both in-house and vendor-managed photo shoots. Ensure that the visual content captures the essence of our products and brand. This includes managing set design, model selection, and image editing.
- Licensing Collaboration: Work closely with licensing partners, including Hello Kitty, Kakao, Line Friends, BT21, Disney, and more, to develop licensed product lines that meet their brand standards and delight our customers. Collaborate on the design and approval process to create compelling, co-branded merchandise.
- Graphic Content Creation: Create engaging visual content for marketing materials, social media, and e-commerce platforms. Ensure that all graphics and visuals are consistent with the brand's identity and messaging.
- Design Software Proficiency: Utilize design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.) to craft high-quality graphics and artwork.
- Quality Control: Maintain a high level of quality and consistency in design work, ensuring that the final products meet industry standards and customer expectations.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, product development, and production teams to bring design concepts to fruition. Collaborate on design projects and provide input on creative direction.
- Management of a small graphic design team
Minimum Qualifications
- 7+ years of proven experience as a Graphic Designer, preferably designing product packaging in a product design or cosmetic industry setting.
- Proficiency in design software and tools.
- Strong creative and artistic skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
- Knowledge of licensing and branding is a plus.
- A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design work.