Graphic Designer - Packaging

Role Overview

Join Spotlight Retail Group as a Graphic Designer specializing in packaging, where you will be instrumental in crafting packaging designs for Spotlight's private label products showcased in thousands of homes. This position involves creating commercially viable packaging solutions from conception through to artwork delivery for various categories, ensuring brand consistency and consumer appeal across all packaging materials.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop packaging designs that align with Spotlight private brand positioning and cater to category and customer needs.
• Establish and maintain brand packaging standards, including guidelines for logo use, typography, colors, layout, and photography direction.
• Ensure uniform brand application throughout all packaging and maintain production readiness of final artwork.
• Collaborate extensively with Business Development Managers, Buyers, Design, Marketing, Merchandise, Global Sourcing Office, and vendors to transform packaging briefs into tangible creative outputs.
• Critically review packaging concepts and artwork for visual impact, brand compliance, technical precision, and vendor preparedness.
• Provide direction for packaging photography across various media including print, digital, and retail displays.
• Work alongside Merchandise teams and suppliers for communication on packaging, approvals, and ongoing project management.
• Solicit and incorporate feedback from key stakeholders to enhance packaging relevance and effectiveness.

Candidate Profile and Requirements

• Experienced graphic designer proficient in packaging design with a strong commercial focus.
• Deep understanding of brand management, packaging layout, and end-to-end packaging design workflows.
• Preferably experienced in retail or product design sectors, especially homewares or consumer goods.
• Strong presentation skills and ability to accept and integrate constructive critique.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder relationship management skills.
• Highly organized with attention to detail and capable of meeting strict deadlines.
• Creative thinker with commercial acumen aimed at delivering packaging strategies meeting brand and customer expectations.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and CAD software.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in graphic design or a related discipline; 5+ years of professional experience preferred.
• Fixed term contract role covering maternity leave.

Why Work at Spotlight?

• Opportunity to impact brand presentation on a large retail scale.
• Hands-on role with significant influence on packaging design and product presentation.
• Collaborative culture involving multiple teams and vendors focused on customer-centric solutions.
• Career growth prospects within a leading Australian retail brand.
• Attractive salary package, discounts on products, and a vibrant office environment.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements combining office and home environments.