Packaging Designer Job at Russell Tobin, New York, NY

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  • Russell Tobin
  • New York, NY

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Packaging Designer (Contract)

Duration: 2-3-month contract

Pay Rate: $30/hour (W2)

Schedule: Full-time, ~40 hours/week (9:00 AM–5:00/6:00 PM)

Work Location: Manhattan, NY

Equipment: Company laptop will be provided

Start: ASAP

Extension / Conversion: Not expected (project-based role)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Packaging Designer to provide short-term, hands-on production support during a high-volume project period. This role is focused on creating and updating packaging mechanicals and ensuring all files are fully production-ready.

This is an execution-heavy, detail-oriented role ideal for someone with strong Adobe Illustrator expertise and prior experience working with packaging, labels, and hangtags.

Key Responsibilities

  • Create, build, and update packaging mechanicals across multiple formats, including:
  • Hangtags
  • Jokers
  • Woven labels
  • Packaging components
  • Add accurate measurements, specifications, and annotations to all files.
  • Ensure all deliverables are print-ready, including correct:
  • Sizing
  • Bleeds
  • Layers
  • Color callouts
  • Collaborate with internal teams to implement updates and maintain brand consistency.
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.

Required Qualifications

  • Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (required).
  • Proven experience creating packaging mechanicals.
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Packaging production
  • Dielines
  • Print setup standards
  • Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
  • Prior professional experience required (recent graduates will not be considered).

Preferred Experience

  • Packaging experience within retail, apparel, or consumer products.
  • Background in production or technical design rather than purely conceptual design.

Ideal Candidate Traits

  • Highly detail-oriented
  • Easy to work with and collaborative
  • Open to feedback and iterative changes
  • Comfortable handling a full workload throughout the day

Interview Process

  • 1–2 interviews
  • Fast-moving process with quick decisions

Benefits that Russell Tobin offers:

Russell Tobin offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), a 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, legal support, auto and home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with some preferred vendors.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Immediate start,

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