Design Manager ( Packaging )

The Senior Graphic Designer – Packaging is responsible for leading the visual design and creative direction of packaging solutions from concept through production. This role requires a highly skilled designer with experience in branding, structural packaging interaction, and print production. The ideal candidate combines creativity with technical excellence, transforming brand strategy into compelling packaging that elevates shelf presence, improves user experience, and meets manufacturing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptualization, development, and execution of packaging designs across multiple brands and product lines.
• Create original artwork, dielines, typography treatments, layout compositions, and visual assets for various packaging formats.
• Collaborate with structural/industrial designers to ensure graphics align with form, function, and manufacturability.
• Prepare press-ready files and production assets, ensuring accuracy in color, typography, and output specifications.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, from briefing to final artwork approval.
• Work closely with marketing, product development, and packaging engineers to align creative vision with brand strategy and cost parameters.
• Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, guiding decision-making with strategic visual insight.
• Maintain brand consistency across all packaging touchpoints while introducing fresh, innovative design ideas.
• Review prototypes, attend press checks, and troubleshoot production challenges as needed.
• Mentor junior designers and contribute to the growth of the design team through guidance, critique, and creative leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field.
• 5+ years of professional design experience with a strong focus on packaging.
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Thorough understanding of printing processes (offset, flexo, digital), color management, and prepress preparation.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating packaging design across real-world consumer products.
• Ability to work under deadlines, manage priorities, and adapt to changing requirements.

Preferred:

• Experience with 3D visualization tools (Cinema4D, Blender, Dimension, KeyShot, etc.).
• Familiarity with sustainability-driven packaging design trends and materials.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Rs100,000.00 - Rs120,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person