Packaging Product Designer Job South Bend area,Indiana USA,Design & Architecture

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Packaging & Product Designer – Automotive Vehicle Collectibles

A Unique Creative Role Where Automotive Knowledge Matters

About Us

Round 2 LLC. is an innovative collectibles company based in South Bend, Indiana. We specialize in plastic model kits, die-cast replicas, electric slot cars, and model train accessories. Our family of brands includes AMT®, MPC®, Hawk/Lindberg, Polar Lights®, Auto World®, American Muscle, Johnny Lightning, Racing Champions, and Classic Metal Works.

Overview

This is a rare, automotive-focused creative role in a product category where packaging is inseparable from the collectible itself. A strong understanding of automobiles and automotive culture is critical—these packages are designed for enthusiasts who know cars and care deeply about authenticity.

What Makes This Role Unique

Packaging is treated as part of the collector experience, not disposable graphics
Designers interact directly with products, builds, and assembly processes
Direct communication with overseas production partners
Opportunity to grow into product supervision and development influence
Work on products that are nostalgic, enthusiast-driven, and fun

Key Responsibilities

Own packaging design from concept through production for automotive vehicle collectibles

Develop packaging that balances brand identity, nostalgia, and modern design sensibilities

Create production-ready files including graphics, typography, layouts, and sometimes dielines

Communicate directly with overseas production partners

Review and approve print proofs, color samples, and production outputs

Creatively problem-solve print, material, and production challenges

Design supporting materials such as car deco, inserts, assembly guides, and promotional assets

Execute and manage basic product photography for packaging and marketing use

Assemble test shots and prototypes to evaluate build quality and assembly clarity

Identify improvements to assembly guides and packaging flow

Manage multiple projects across various development stages

Meet deadlines while handling several ongoing projects

For designers who demonstrate the right abilities: gain influence over product decisions and participate in supervising new vehicle collectible development, helping shape the goods themselves—not just the packaging

Required Skills & Experience

Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
Ability to creatively problem-solve within real-world production constraints
Moderate hands-on construction or assembly skills
Strong knowledge of automobiles and automotive culture
Familiarity with vehicle collectibles such as die-cast cars or model kits
High attention to detail and production accuracy
Clear communication and collaborative mindset

Additional Experience That Adds Value (Not Required)

Experience with consumer product or packaging design
Print production expertise
Experience working with overseas manufacturers
Copywriting for packaging or product messaging
Polished illustration skills, especially automotive
Advanced product photography
Background in toys, vehicle collectibles, or hobby products
Broad pop culture knowledge including pop music, entertainment, animation, gaming, science fiction etc.

Why This Role Is Worth Considering

Rare opportunity to work on automotive vehicle collectibles
Hands-on involvement with real products collectors’ care about
Path toward broader product development influence
A creative role that is challenging, rewarding, and genuinely fun

Online or digital portfolio required for consideration

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