Packaging & Product Designer | Commercial | East Midlands (Hybrid) | Permanent
Packaging & Product Designer
Location: East Midlands (Hybrid)
Type: Permanent / Full‑time
Are you a creative-thinking Packaging & Product Designer with an eye for commercial success? Our client is an ambitious design‑led company working in the gifts, games and FMCG space. They partner with major UK retailers, combining creative design with commercial discipline to deliver standout shelf appeal. Their culture encourages bold ideas, collaborative working and fast execution across multi‑format ranges.
Design modern, eye-catching packaging across multiple product categories (gifts, toys, craft, etc.) Collaborate cross‑functionally: engage with Sales, Publishing, Production and suppliers; present and advocate for design concepts with clarity and authority.
Manage projects end‑to‑end: from concept through to final artwork, in line with retail cycles and deadlines.
We seek someone who brings both imagination and commercial sensitivity. You’ll be an experienced designer, familiar with retail requirements and a persuasive communicator, able to present compelling visual ideas.
Experience in graphic and packaging/product design (FMCG (including CDUs/FSDUs), toys, gifting, beauty) or related.
Strong skills in Adobe Creative Suite (or equivalent).
Commercial understanding of costings, value tiers, and retailer requirements.
Ability to present and rationalise design ideas convincingly.
Trend awareness and ability to generate fresh concepts aligned to market changes.
Experience designing for the children’s market.
Exposure to emerging design tools, AI/ML, or product innovation methodologies.
Understanding of manufacturing constraints and material choices.
You’ll join a studio that values visionary thinking whilst delivering to a commercial end. This role gives you the chance to make your mark on product ranges seen by millions, with a clear path to growth as they scale collections and relationships with major UK retail brands.
Salary : £30,000 – £35,000 (depending on experience)
Hybrid, with 2 days a week in an East Midlands base
Professional development, creative autonomy, collaborative environment, exposure to major retail projects
Reports to : Creative Lead
Packaging & Product Designer | Job ID: ZR_305_JOB
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