We are looking for a Packaging Designer for our client, a computer brand in Round Rock Texas.
- This is a 6 month contract with potential to extend up to 3 years
- Fully Onsite (Candidate MUST be local to the Austin Metro area for consideration
- Hours - Standard Monday - Friday 8AM -6PM (Manager is flexible with schedule) *Note there will be some occasional late-night calls
- The pay ranges from $29.94 - $32.81 per hour (with benefits after 60 days)
Description
We are looking for a team player who thrives on creative collaboration while meeting individual design goals within a fast-paced environment
- Participates in the planning, layout, design, web-design and preparation of artwork for inclusion in technical manuals, reports, product brochures, displays and presentations
- Prepares charts, graphs and two- and three-dimensional drawings from rough sketches, models, written or verbal direction and/or engineering drawings
- Selects techniques best suited to produce desired visual effects, and recommends methods and medium to convey desired effect
- Provides illustration/design support for internal and customer documentation
- Collaborates with technical writers, engineers, marketing specialists and others to understand illustration/design requirements
- Evaluates document design, format and file delivery, and suggests innovative approaches to problem-solving
- Serves as graphic advisor in brainstorming sessions and on teams both within and outside the department
- Maintains knowledge of current industry tools Improves and drives implementation of tools and processes to streamline illustration processes
- Leads graphic design projects
- Ensures that graphic design projects are completed on time, within budget and to user’s requirements Works with external vendors
- Provides strategic direction at the project level Provides strategic direction for the current year at the departmental level
Qualifications
- Candidates must have portfolio showcasing packaging design work samples for consideration
- Skilled in graphic printing or 3D modeling or rendering.
- At least 5+ years of experience in: Packaging design experience including Photo retouching, graphic layout, and structure design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite is required. Illustrator and Photoshop and In-design experience needed.
- Candidates should be familiar with rendering, visualization, 2D drawing, image editing.
- Knowledge of 3D rendering/CAD for presentation.
- Knowledge of packaging design, printing, materials, and package structure.
The pay for this W-2 position ranges from $29.94 - $32.81 per hour. This position may be eligible for PTO, health and dental insurance, and/or 401(k) benefits upon meeting certain length of service and hours requirements.
Mathys+Potestio values applicants of all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
