Creative Manager- Packaging

Job description

Who are we
We are a creative team focused on developing innovative packaging and brand design solutions that strengthen brand identity, engage consumers and drive commercial growth across a diverse portfolio of brands.

Who are we looking for
We are looking for a strategically minded and creatively driven Creative Manager – Packaging to lead and grow an internal design studio. The ideal candidate combines exceptional packaging design expertise with strong leadership, commercial awareness and the ability to deliver innovative, high-quality work across multiple brands.

What will you do

• Lead, mentor and develop a multidisciplinary team of designers, finished artists and creative specialists

• Oversee packaging concepts, artwork development and rollouts, ensuring alignment with brand identity, architecture and marketing strategies

• Drive creative thinking, innovation and design excellence through brainstorming and collaboration

• Manage studio workflows, resources, budgets and freelance talent to ensure efficient delivery within deadlines

• Ensure packaging designs meet print production, manufacturing, quality and consistency standards

• Collaborate with marketing, traffic, client service and external agencies to deliver effective design solutions

• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and external creative partners

• Monitor market trends and international design developments to keep the brand portfolio innovative and competitive

• Recruit, retain and develop top creative talent while continuously improving studio processes and efficiencies
  
  What will you need
  

• A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Art or an equivalent qualification, plus a Packaging Diploma

• At least 10 years of packaging and brand design experience, including concept development, finished artwork and print production

• A minimum of 7 years' experience leading and managing creative teams, including performance management and development

• Excellent knowledge of packaging construction, design principles, brand development, CI guidelines and brand architecture

• Strong Adobe Creative Suite skills, particularly Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign

• In-depth understanding of printing processes, manufacturing best practices and quality control

• Experience managing budgets, resources, studio workflows and freelance suppliers

• Strong conceptual, strategic and commercial thinking, with excellent presentation, communication and influencing skills

• Exceptional multitasking, problem-solving and organisational abilities

• The ability to lead creatively, adapt to change and deliver outstanding work under pressure and against demanding deadlines

Requirements

Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Project Management, Brand Development, Packaging Design, R