AddressAbout New Directions Packaging
New Directions Packaging are leaders in the industry for all things packaging & branding! We create high quality, innovative and sustainable packaging solutions nationally & globally for businesses and brands in fashion, beauty, retail, e-commerce, events, PR and more.
About the Role
Are you a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with a passion for print and packaging? Join our dynamic team and bring your design skills to life in the world of visual storytelling. As a Graphic Designer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of globally recognised brands and helping our clients make a lasting impression in the market.
What is in it for you?
The successful candidate can expect:
- A friendly, supportive, and stimulating workforce
- Work with a wide range of well-known brands
- Paid weekly
- In house café with great service and barista made coffee with great staff discounts
- Fortnightly training available to build knowledge & expertise in packaging/print
- Office location close to public transport & onsite parking
The Role
In this role, our Graphic Designer is responsible for creating visually appealing and innovative designs for various packaging formats, managing the Roland printer, and collaborating closely with clients and suppliers to ensure high, quality deliverables.
Key responsibilities and tasks in this role include:
- Conceptualize and execute customized packaging designs across various formats for diverse clientele and internal projects.
- Generate custom dielines and templates for accurate packaging production.
- Operate and oversee the Roland printer to ensure optimal print quality and efficiency.
- Prepare print-ready artwork for press and production, adhering to industry standards and specifications.
- Collaboration with suppliers, facilitating artwork proofing and necessary approvals.
- Creative development of Logos and Branding
- Develop digital artwork suitable for various applications, including websites, social media platforms, and EDMs/newsletters
- Design across a variety of other channels including marketing collateral, promotional material, internal and external communications.
- Content Creation: produce engaging and compelling video & photo content including filming, editing and post-production tasks.
SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES
- A tertiary qualification in Design and/or relevant industry experience
- High level of proficiency in layout, scale and typography
- Strong understanding of design principles, print production processes, and the ability to work efficiently in a dynamic environment
- Impeccable attention to detail with responsibility for ensuring your work is without errors – have a keen eye and are comfortable to proof-check what you design
- Precision in artwork set-up and file-saving in correct formats for print and digital projects
- Maintaining consistency of brand identity
- Confident communicator, both written and verbal, who can contribute ideas as well as take direction
- Self-motivated to work autonomously and manage time efficiently
- Demonstrated experience through portfolio of relevant work
- Understanding and interest in trends in Design and Packaging, as well as popular culture
DESIRABLE, BUT NOT ESSENTIAL:
- Product photography experience
- Experience with Content Creation, Photography, social media
- Experience with EDM’s
- Experience with FMCG, Retail, E-tail, Skincare and/or Beauty
- Understanding of digital design for websites (basic coding/HTML/CSS/Shopify) and social media
- Motion Graphics or Animation experience (Adobe After Effects, Adobe Premiere Pro)
- Copywriting skills will be looked upon favourably – we’d love to see some clever and witty words from you.
SOFTWARE
- Adobe Creative Suite – strong Photoshop and Illustrator skills are a must!
- Using Microsoft Office in a PC environment
We are located in Marrickville, in Sydney’s Inner West, and work together in a contemporary open-plan office space. We are a close-knit and friendly team, and we’d love to hear from you!
To apply for this role, please provide a copy of your CV, a cover letter to introduce yourself, and a PDF portfolio or website link.
This is a full-time position and only available to Australian Citizens or permanent residents. Note this role is based from our Marrickville office.
