Junior Packaging Designer

Stateside Brands is a rapidly growing spirits company dedicated to producing premium-quality beverages– Surfside Iced Teas and Lemonades, Stateside Sodas, Super Lyte Sports Drinks, and Stateside Vodka. With a focus on innovation and quality, we take pride in our diverse portfolio of products that reflect our commitment to excellence.

 Job Summary 

We are seeking a Junior Packaging Designer to help lead the development and maintenance of all trays, carton, and can layouts across our product portfolio. This role is responsible for developing and maintaining all packaging layouts, as well as ideating and supporting innovation projects. 

The ideal candidate brings exceptional attention to detail, a strong understanding of the beverage industry, and a solid grasp of current packaging trends. This designer will help ensure our packaging is both compliant and visually compelling while maintaining accuracy across all printed formats. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Create, update, and maintain tray, carton, and can layouts
• Generate forward-thinking ideas to support future innovation and evolving packaging requirements
• Ensure all packaging meets regulatory requirements for the beverage category
• Review proofs and prepress files for accuracy, consistency, and print readiness
• Stay informed on industry trends, printing capabilities, and material innovations
• Maintain organized files and documentation for all packaging assets

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or similar field
• Create impactful packaging and brand experiences that resonate with consumer
• Drive creative development from concept to execution, ensuring strategic alignment and brand consistency
• Strong technical skills in layout development and prepress
• Solid knowledge of beverage labeling regulations and compliance requirements
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining deadlines
• Strong communication skills and experience working with cross functional teams and vendors
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and related design tools

Compensation 

• Estimated Base Salary Range: $50,000- $55,000 USD.
• Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, and qualifications.
• The salary range refers to base salary only and is not inclusive of the total compensation package.

Stateside Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, disability, uniform service, veteran status, age, or any other classification protected by Federal, state, or local law. Stateside Brands is also a military-friendly company and values military community talent, including veterans, National Guard and Reserve members, and military spouses.