Product Packaging Designer

COMPANY OVERVIEW               

We believe in Excellence, Integrity, Agility, Rigor and Fearlessness. To consistently deliver on our promise of “Better care. Better life”, these five core values form the bedrock of our identity, culture and success. They give us a common purpose and we all collectively understand them, work towards them and live by them every day.

2San is a leading global distributor sourcing and delivering an expanding range of products and solutions that fit into three core categories: Clean, Protect and Test.

We’ve grown rapidly into an industry ‘disruptor’ in our own right by championing innovative products and solutions that seek to deliver better care, better life. We advocate for the movement that empowers people to own their own health and make informed decisions about it.

As a partner of choice in this pursuit, 2San’s client-base has grown to span government institutions worldwide, at central and region/state levels, the private healthcare sector, and some of the largest retail customers on the global stage: Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, Amazon, Boots, Superdrug, Woolworths, Coles, to name but a few.

We have ambitious plans for our future and as a valued member of our team we look to you to share in, and embody, our vision – to make our journey your journey. We’re invested in you, and dedicated to fostering a vibrant culture that develops your skills, nurtures your potential, and stimulates your professional growth for a lasting career with us.

This job profile will not remain static as you will be empowered to map out your own trajectory and showcase your abilities to ensure you reach potential and thrive.

ROLE OVERVIEW

As a Graphic & Product Packaging Designer, you will be an integral part of our creative team, responsible for crafting visually stunning and effective packaging designs that enhance the overall product experience. Your role involves translating brand identity and marketing objectives into compelling and functional packaging solutions. From conceptualization to final production, you will play a key role in ensuring our products stand out on shelves and resonate with our target audience.

Since our inception, we have worked side-by-side with big thinkers to deliver our vision of Better Life, Better Care. This is a business critical role and one that will deliver strong administrative expertise across a range of activities, leverage technology to enhance process efficiency and effectiveness and participate in a broad range of reporting and coordination duties.

We are looking for talented and dynamic professionals with exceptional communication skills, meticulous attention for details and the ability to proactive solve problems. Given the dynamic nature of the product landscape, we rely on the team to be flexible, resilient and consistent while maintaining confidentiality and trusting relations.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Craft innovative packaging designs that are not only visually appealing but also functional, enhancing the customer’s unboxing experience.

• Render focus to the creative sides of product packaging which includes but not limited to brand storytelling, innovative design concepts, visual appeal and aesthetics and user experience design.

• Conceptualization and Ideation:

  • Creativity: Generating innovative ideas for packaging designs that align with the brand identity and product characteristics.
  • Research: Conducting market research to understand consumer preferences, trends, and competitors' packaging strategies.

• Design Development:

  • Understand and implement the design brief provided by the internal marketing team
  • Sketching and Prototyping: Creating initial sketches and digital mock-ups to visualize concepts.
  • Material Selection: Choosing appropriate materials that balance aesthetics, functionality, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Typography and Graphics: Designing typography, logos, and graphics that enhance brand visibility and communicate product information effectively.

• Brand Alignment:

  • Ensure packaging designs reflect and reinforce the brand's visual identity and messaging.
  • Use visual elements such as color schemes, typography, imagery, and even tactile sensations to convey the brand's story and values.
  • Collaborate with the marketing team to integrate product and brand messaging into packaging designs

• Problem Solving and Adaptability:

  • Iterative Design: Ability to iterate designs based on feedback, testing, and consumer insights.
  • Adaptability: Being flexible to adjust designs based on production constraints, budget considerations, and market feedback.

• Technical Proficiency:

  • Utilize industry-standard design software for packaging design and prepress preparation.
  • Create dielines and specifications for print production, ensuring designs meet technical requirements.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration:

  • Work closely with product development, marketing, and production teams to understand product requirements and constraints.
  • Collaborate with external vendors and suppliers to ensure the successful execution of packaging designs.

• Prototyping and Testing:

  • Develop prototypes and mock-ups for testing and evaluation.

  • Iterate on designs based on feedback and testing results to optimize visual and functional aspects.

KEY SKILLS

• Creativity: Ability to think innovatively and translate ideas into visually appealing packaging designs.

• Problem Solving: Capability to address design challenges and optimize packaging for both aesthetics and functionality.

• Collaboration: Team-oriented with excellent communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.

• Passion: Enthusiastic about creating packaging that enhances the overall consumer experience.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Technical Expertise

·       A relevant bachelor’s degree, or equivalent in Graphics Design or other related field.

·       A minimum of 1 year's recent experience in similar position designing product packaging

OR

·       A minimum of 3 years recent experience in similar position designing product packaging

AND

·       Proficient working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.

·       Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Word

·       Proficient in use of Canva or other similar online editing software.

·       Impeccable crafting skills

·       Ability to showcase a strong creative portfolio

·       Experience in a global business environment

·       Experience in a start-up environment.

·       Interest in Medical Device / IVD

Special Aptitudes

·       Ability to work unsupervised

·       Ability to nurture collaborative relations

·       Ability to work under pressure with a positive “can do” attitude

·       Superb time management and attention to details skills

·       Creative and innovative mindset

·       Proactive and agile work ethic

Circumstances

·       Fluent in English (C2 or above)

·       Able to work remotely alongside globally dispersed teams and in US time zones

·      Available to work US shift : 8pm - 5am Philippines Time

·      Compensation : Php45,000 per month

Technology Setup

In addition to the above, you must also have the appropriate technology system & software in place as below:

·       Internet not lower than 50 MBPS

·       Less than 5 year old Laptop or PC with at least Intel Core i3 processor and 4GB RAM (or equivalent)

·       Microsoft Office Suite & Adobe Creative Suite

·       Noise cancellation headset & a webcam

NEXT STEP

Please complete the required assessment in the below link and upload the files to be reviewed accordingly. 

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