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Junior - Mid Level Graphic Designer (Packaging / Branding)


Company : Creative Circle, LLC


Location : Chicago, IL


Created : 2025-11-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see:iconic CPG client is looking for two Junior-Mid Level GraphicDesigners to join their in-house design team. You'll focus on Tier 2packaging design: strategic and creative development of packagingsystems that align with brand identity, consumer engagement, andinnovation goals.The team is looking for 40 hours/week starting 11/3 through 2026 forthe right fit. The in-house Design team is tight-knit, empathetic andinnovative.You'll be onsite T/W/Th and remote M/F in downtown Chicago.Requirements:- 3-5 years experience in graphic design, specifically packaging and branding- Experience designing for CPG, sports or retail brands- Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator and Photoshop- After Effects and/or Premiere Pro for motion design- Experience leveraging brand systems, visual hierarchy, and storytelling through design- Familiarity with 3D packaging visualization tools (e.g., Dimension, Blender, or Cinema 4D) is a PLUSResponsibilities:- Lead cross-functional design projects, including packaging systems, brand campaigns, and immersive activations- Create compelling visual designs for bottles, labels, and secondary packaging that reflect the brand and appeal to athletes and consumers- Develop cohesive design systems across packaging formats, ensuring consistency while allowing for innovation- Use typography, layout, and imagery to communicate product benefits and brand values- Design across multiple SKUs and formats, including limited editions, new flavors, and seasonal campaigns- Create short-form animations and motion graphics to showcase packaging concepts in Presentation decks (e.g., animated mockups, transitions, explainer visuals) and social media content (e.g., product reveals, teaser animations, looped videos)- Work in presentation slides, integrating motion assets and visuals into stakeholder-facing decks- Work within digital asset management systems and version control- Experience collaborating with marketing, innovation teams to align design with business goals- Flex to Tier 3 packaging design when needed- Understanding of print production and packaging dielines- Ability to prepare files for mockups, prototypes, and vendor handoffIn this position, you may have access to client or customer systems,confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position isonsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in acollaborative team environment.BenefitsCreative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includeseligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan,dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, criticalillness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leaveis provided to Candidates whose assignment[worklocation](