Graphic Designer - Packaging Job at Acme Smoked Fish Company in New York

Acme, 30 Gem Street, Brooklyn, New York, United States of America Req #77

Thursday, December 5, 2024

The Graphic Designer at Acme Smoked Fish plays a pivotal role within the marketing department, contributing to the growth and success of the Acme brands. This position primarily focuses on packaging design, ensuring the visual identity aligns with brand objectives and resonates with target audiences.

What You Will Do At Acme:

• Develop best-in-class packaging designs for all our products, in conjunction with Acme’s in house Creative Lead. This includes:
  • Mockups when needed for pre-selling or before actual printed packaging is available.
  • Rendering of packaging for selling materials (which may include sell sheets, product catalogues, powerpoint presentations, etc.)
  • Update and generate packaging for Acme’s website in conjunction with the marketing team.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously ensuring on-time delivery.
• Ensure all creative work is consistent, meets quality standards and adheres to brand guidelines.
• Keep abreast of market trends and bring new ideas to the table to keep our packaging fresh and relevant.
• Understand needs of business to inform packaging work.
• Work and collaborate with other Marketing Team members and Packaging Engineer(s) as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

About You

Your Education & Experience:

• Minimum 3 years of graphic design experience.
• Experience working with and creating print ready dielines.
• B2B and B2C design experience.
• In Store Merchandising and/or Display experience.
• Luxury or Food brand experience.

Your Skills & Abilities:

• Visionary and forward-thinking mindset.
• Adaptable and receptive to feedback.
• Driven by creativity and innovation.
• Collaborative team player with an open-minded approach.
• Strong understanding of brand identity and aesthetics.
• Experience with packaging photography is a plus.
• Skilled at thriving in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects and priorities effectively.
• Highly detail-oriented and committed to meeting deadlines.
• A passionate professional with a love for food; an interest in smoked fish is a bonus.
• Completion of assigned training programs, including adherence to standards of work.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.

Health & Safety Requirements:

• Observe and follow all safety rules.
• Wear required PPE.
• Follow mandated OSHA regulations.
• Report all incidents including near misses immediately.

Compensation Range: $108,000 - $140,000 annually.

*This compensation range takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillsets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

What's In It For You:

• Competitive compensation including annual discretionary bonus.
• Opportunity to choose the medical plan that works best for your family.
• Flexible spending accounts (Medical + Dependent Care).
• Health Savings Account option with quarterly employer contributions.
• 401(k).
• Vision Insurance.
• Company Sponsored Group Term Life.
• Voluntary Life Insurance options for you and your dependents.
• Paid time off including company and floating holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• CASH employee referral program.

Our Acme Legacy & Culture:

Acme manufactures and distributes its products in the U.S. under four core brands (Acme, Blue Hill Bay, Ruby Bay, and Spence) and private labels through leading retail and food service institutions. The company operates manufacturing sites in New York, North Carolina, Florida, Massachusetts, South America and Europe.

Ethics Statement:

Acme Smoked Fish Corporation is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace that fosters respect, collaboration, and innovation. We value the contributions of every employee and expect them to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professional integrity. We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not tolerate or practice any form of discrimination, harassment, or misconduct based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations regarding labor rights, human rights, environmental protection, and data privacy.