Graphic Designer and Packaging Designer

$60,000 - $85,000/Yr

Mfused - Scottsdale, AZ

Full-time - Mid Level

Scottsdale, AZ

About the position

The Digital Graphic and Packaging Designer at MFUSED is responsible for creating innovative packaging and digital design solutions that align with the company's brand identity. This role involves collaborating with various teams to produce high-quality designs for retail and promotional materials, ensuring consistency and excellence in all outputs. The designer will manage multiple projects, stay updated on industry trends, and prepare production-ready files, contributing to the overall success of MFUSED's branding efforts.

Responsibilities

• Understand and align designs with MFUSED's brand vision.
• Create innovative design concepts, including fonts and layouts.
• Design and retouch digital marketing assets for various channels.
• Manage relationships with vendors to ensure design integrity.
• Ensure consistent branding across all materials.
• Collaborate with product development, sales, and marketing teams.
• Produce high-quality digital illustrations for packaging and promotions.
• Manage design guidelines for various digital assets.
• Design unit cartons, palettes, and promotional materials.
• Develop visual merchandising displays for retail environments.
• Resize and format images for retailer partners.
• Support sales with layouts for e-tailer storefronts.
• Manage multiple design projects while meeting deadlines.
• Stay current on industry trends and apply knowledge creatively.
• Prepare final files for production and collaborate on specifics.
• Maintain digital archives for all design projects.
• Research design trends in relevant industries.
• Create product mock-ups for presentations and reviews.
• Translate approved designs into various formats and sizes.
• Attend press checks and approve print proofs for packaging.
• Manage project profiles and deadlines using project management tools.
• Handle all aspects of digital design, including email and ad design.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in graphic and packaging design.
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in packaging design and collateral creation.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Experience with Premiere Pro and light video editing is preferred.
• Strong project management skills to balance multiple priorities.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in the cannabis industry.
• Knowledge of current design trends in beauty and packaging.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement within the company.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.
• Commitment to employee growth and learning.