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Baked By Melissa

Packaging Designer Job at Baked By Melissa in New York

Baked By Melissa, New York, NY, US, 10011

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Job Description

Job Description

Department: Creative

Location: Corporate Office; New York, New York

Reports To: Creative Manager

Direct Reports: N/A


Baked by Melissa is looking for a Packaging Designer to bring our brand to life through fun, creative, and beautifully designed packaging! From our iconic cupcake sleeves to seasonal gift boxes, one-of-a-kind influencer mailers, and custom packaging for brand collabs - you’ll own it all, making sure every package that leaves our bakery is as delightful as the treats inside.


What You’ll Do

  • Own the end-to-end design process for all packaging materials, from evergreen products to seasonal and limited-time offerings.
  • Develop innovative packaging solutions that are both visually compelling and functionally effective.
  • Collaborate with the creative, marketing, and product teams to ensure all packaging aligns with brand strategy and business goals.
  • Ensure all packaging aligns with the Baked by Melissa brand identify, maintaining a consistent and elevated look and feel.
  • Create detailed dielines, mockups, and production-ready files, working closely with print vendors to ensure quality and accuracy.
  • Support the team with ad hoc design projects, including B2B materials, visual merchandising assets, and promotional collateral.
  • Stay up to date on industry trends and innovations in packaging, print production, and materials.
  • Manage multiple projects efficiently, balancing deadlines, revisions, and stakeholder feedback.


What We’re Looking For

  • A creative and strategic thinker with a passion for packaging design and branding.
  • Detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of print production, materials, and finishing techniques.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with multiple projects and deadlines.
  • Proactive and solutions-driven - you anticipate challenges and approach design with problem-solving in mind.
  • Excited about creating unique, standout packaging that enhances the customer experience and reinforces brand identity.


Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of experience in packaging design (experience in CPG, food & beverage, or retail is a plus).

  • A strong portfolio showcasing packaging design, branding, and print production expertise.

  • Illustration skills with the ability to create custom graphics, patterns, and icons that enhance packaging and print materials.

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).

  • A solid understanding of dielines, materials, print production, and finishing techniques.

  • Experience collaborating with print vendors and overseeing production from concept to final product.

  • Strong communication and project management skills, with the ability to juggle multiple deadlines.

  • A trend-savvy, innovative mindset, always looking for new ways to elevate design and packaging experiences.