Packaging & Graphic Designer

Overview

Savvy Creative Agency is looking for an experienced Packaging & Graphic Designer to create compelling design concepts for our luxury press mailers, high-end brand activations, and overall company creative. This is a fully remote role with occasional in-person visits to our Los Angeles-area fabrication partners as needed.

• HIGHLY CREATIVE — has fresh, out-of-the-box ideas, isn’t afraid to test new concepts, is enthusiastic about developing creative design ideas that solve strategic problems, and has a strong portfolio that demonstrates their design skills.
• A SKILLED DESIGNER — has a strong sense of color, typography, and layout skills, understands visual composition with an eye for detail, understands printing methods and processes, and is able to consistently enforce brand and style guidelines across all creative. Must have strong packaging design skills for our luxury press mailers division.
• SELF-MOTIVATED — is a self-starter who is undeterred by ambiguity and thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment where hours can flex with the work. Can manage projects from conception to delivery with minimal oversight and adapt quickly when timelines shift.
• EXTREMELY ORGANIZED — has strong organizational and time management skills and can manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously without dropping the ball.
• AN EXCELLENT COMMUNICATOR — has exceptional written and verbal communication skills, loves to work collaboratively, and is comfortable giving and receiving feedback — especially in a remote environment.
• A RESULTS-FOCUSED LEADER — understands how to leverage data and client insights to inform design decisions for maximum results, and is able to lead a design project from start to finish — ensuring it is designed impeccably and delivered on time.

• Present initial design concepts and project decks to the CEO/Creative Director and collaborate with the Savvy Creative Agency team throughout each design project
• Deliver creative designs within the project's design requirements, brand guidelines, and specific goals — consistently and without prompting
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are of the highest quality
• Attend regular virtual team check-ins to discuss ongoing projects; occasional in-person visits to fabricators or vendors in the Los Angeles area as needed
• Join client presentations with the CEO/Creative Director when necessary to discuss projects or address adjustments
• Manage the proofing process and create mechanical files for release to printers, vendors, and media partners
• Come fully prepared for all client presentations and internal deadlines
• Collaborate with the full SCA team to meet and exceed client expectations
• Proactively communicate project progress, feedback, and questions with the SCA team on an ongoing basis

• Have 3+ years of graphic design experience
• Have 2+ years of dedicated packaging design experience
• Submit a portfolio of relevant work with their application (applications without a portfolio will not be considered)
• Be proficient in Adobe Creative Suite — specifically Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop;
  Adobe Dimensions or 3D rendering experience is a strong plus
• Have a strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain brand consistency across all touchpoints
• Be based in or near the Los Angeles, California area (preferred, due to occasional in-person fabricator visits; strong candidates outside of LA will be considered)
• Have reliable remote work setup with strong communication practices
• Be legally authorized to work in the United States — this position is open to U.S.
  
  -based candidates only

Savvy Creative Agency is an award-winning, Black- and woman-owned Los Angeles-based event and creative design agency specializing in live event design + production and packaging design for entertainment, tech, and lifestyle brands. We are trusted by global brands like Netflix, Peacock, Hulu, Paramount, Tik Tok, NBCUniversal, HP, Paramount+, Google, BET+, Disney, and more.

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