Job Description

Creative Rock Packaging Design Studio has an exciting new opportunity for a graphic designer with a strong background in flexible packaging print design.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop & deliver creative graphic design solutions, from concept through final print production files, for major national foods brands - ensuring alignment with client objectives and adherence to manufacturing requirements. Ensure compliance with all Canadian packaging standards and food labelling regulations including front of pack (FOP) guidelines. Support projects by executing creative updates, revising existing art files, preforming colour corrections, and adapting designs to meet established brand guidelines. Photography, retouching and color correcting images for print production. Prepare final files for print production including flexo, litho and digital print processes. Collaborate with customer sales, marketing & Quality Control departments. Participate in briefs, meetings, and present concepts.

Requirements:

A strong understanding of creating solutions for consumable products in various packaging formats including stand up / preformed zip bags, roll stock/film, labels, boxes, retail store flyers etc. Preparing final print ready files for flexo, litho and digital print processes. Strong knowledge in creating & working with flexible packaging die lines. Strong knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, Excel, Microsoft Word & PowerPoint Excellent written, verbal communication and editing skills. French is an asset. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Works well in a fast-paced environment, is well organized with strong time management skills. A positive attitude, friendly and fun to work with.

Required Education:

Completion of an accredited Graphic Design program

Required Experience:

Minimum 5 years + of experience in Graphic Design & Print in the food industry. Minimum 3 years + of experience in packaging design
Interested candidates please forward your resume and samples of your work in a PDF file.

Creative Rock Design Studio provides equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. Applicants may be subject to a background check and must meet the security criteria designated for the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off
Experience:

Graphic design: 3 years (required)
Work Location: In person