Job Description

Packaging Designer – Personal Care Division

American Exchange Group is a leader in the fashion industry, offering a strong portfolio of widely respected brands including Aerosoles, Jones NY, Mudd, XOXO, White Mountain, Danecraft and Naturewell. Our brands span multiple categories which include fashion watches & jewelry, tech wearables, footwear, handbags & small leather goods, cold weather and fashion accessories, beauty & personal care.

We are looking for a Packaging Designer to join our dynamic AX Personal Care team. The person in this role should be able to understand brand guidelines and ensure that packaging designs align with the marketing objectives of each brand’s aesthetic. You’ll also work on conceptualizing ideas, selecting materials, and staying updated on industry trends to deliver innovative and market-worthy packaging solutions. Personal Care includes items in spa, bath, nail categories.

This is a full-time, on-site position based at our headquarters in New York City.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Create retail packaging across all brands in the assigned category
• Ability to produce package dyelines, digital and print mockups and 3D renderings
• Effectively communicate product statements and features through package
• Design and copy to develop elements of packaging
• Develop and maintain packaging technical specifications to ensure their compliance
• Produce factory ready, final print files for production
• Assist with additional packaging design projects as needed

Qualifications & Experience:

• 3+ years’ experience with a background in packaging design with a strong understanding of brand/graphic design
• Expert understanding of all aspects of packaging components, including packaging structure, dyeline creation, preparing files for printer/vendor
• Expert use of Adobe Creative Suite
• Experience with 3D programs is a plus
• Portfolio of design work showcasing ability to conceptualize, design and execute current packaging
• Strong design, verbal, organizational, and time management skills with ability to prioritize and meet multiple project deadlines
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Embraces change, challenges and makes recommendations for improvements to products and processes
• Strong interpersonal skills and be able to work effectively and efficiently in a team environment

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. The actual compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, degrees held, market data, and business needs.

Salary: $75,000 - $95,000 per year

OUR NYC DRIVE

Forged in the heart of New York City's fashion district, American Exchange Group is driven to blend fast fashion and current trends with classic styles. For more than a decade, American Exchange has been honing best-in-class fashion designs and business practices to become a market leader.

This position description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with this position. While this description is intended to accurately reflect the position's activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary. The compensation package is dependent on a number of factors, including, for example, experience, education, market data, and business needs.

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