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Mid-Level Creative Designer, Product Packaging

DesignerDesignerFull TimeRemoteTeam 11-50Since 1972H1B No SponsorCompany Site LinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

38 days ago

Salary

$62K - $65K / year

Bachelor Degree3 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Support packaging design and production for Atari hardware products, coordinating closely with our Packaging Designer, Hardware Project Coordinators, and manufacturing partners. • Design packaging for physical game releases across all Atari labels, working with internal teams and external distribution partners. • Support end-to-end production workflows for packaging (dieline creation, printer coordination, proofing, and quality control). • Work closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure production accuracy and timelines. • Help ensure packaging quality and consistency across all physical products and retail channels. • Provide creative input and direction on collector’s editions and special packaging for marketing and influencer programs. • Collaborate with internal teams to align packaging with overall brand strategy and visual identity. • Support packaging translations and approvals for international releases.

Job Requirements

3-5 years of experience in packaging design, with strong background in physical production and dieline creation.
Proven experience working with printers, suppliers, and production teams to deliver high-quality consumer packaging.
Portfolio demonstrating consumer-facing packaging design, ideally in entertainment, electronics, gaming, or pop culture.
Strong understanding of packaging production processes, material choices, and print specifications.
Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively with external partners and internal stakeholders.
Familiarity with working on licensed packaging and navigating brand approvals and guidelines.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat); experience with 3D rendering tools a plus.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple complex packaging projects simultaneously.
Comfortable working in a remote-first, cross-functional team environment.
Interest in video games, pop culture, and retro fandoms is strongly preferred.
Bonus: Experience working in European markets too
Bonus: Experience in structural design (3D/CAD) in packaging