Our client, a a prominent global toy and game company, is looking for a Packaging Designer to join their team for 6 months!

Primary Role Function:
Under the direction of the Creative Manager, this individual will concept, design and execute game packaging and in-package print collateral that communicates game play and brand messaging. You will be responsible for lead graphic design and execution of packaging and print collateral for 2026 line plan additions including backup support of all Game brands.

Key responsibilities:

(60%) Design in-package graphics for board games, that includes:

• Utilizing team insights to guide item-level design decisions.
• Understanding brand strategy, as well as Marketing, Engineering and Design & Development objectives.
• Conceptualizing and presenting innovative concepts to meet brand-messaging objectives, deliver play experience and story.
• Executing instructions guides that effectively communicate game play.
• Executing in-package printed collateral (brochures, posters, cross-sells, activity sheets, etc.) that conveys strong visual branding and marketing message.
• Designing presentation deck, and possibly working on storyboard for game play video.

(20%) Collaborate with development teams, that includes:

• Initiating and attending team meetings, project kick-offs, approval meetings, and status meetings.
• Understanding and working within cost parameters for design solutions.
• Monitoring and abiding by legal, licensor, and regulatory requirements.

(20%) Manage projects and delegate individual assignments, that includes:

• Driving multiple projects throughout staggered stages of development.
• Delegating whole or partial design projects to production designers, internal agency temps, and outside vendors.
• Prioritizing work to maximize support and ensure high quality results.

Required Qualifications:

• Proficient in Adobe Suite, (PSD, AI, InD), video editing (After Effect or similar program will be a bonus), Powerpoint, keynote.
• Have packaging and print/color management experience
• Great in communication

Candidate Submission Requirements:

• Portfolio required
• Must have at least 3 years in packaging design experience
• Understand die line, typography and proper file set up for print production. Nice to have similar industry design experience in toys, games, or consumer product

Top 3 skills to have:
– Proficient in Adobe Suit (PSD, AI, InD)
– Have packaging and print/color management experience
– Great in communication

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $29.75-32.50/hr. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. 

Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! 

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive