Packaging Creative Designer

Brief Job Description

Desired Candidate Details:

Qualification (Must Have)

A Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or a related field is preferred

Requirement (Must Have)

Must have worked in a Food Manufacturing Industry in a similar role for a minimum of 5 Years.

Desired Experience

A Minimum 5 Years experience graphic design

Competencies for the position

• Creative Thinking and Innovation
• Technical Expertise of Packaging industry materials.
• Capacity to address challenges such as design functionality, cost constraints, or material limitations effectively
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.

Skills required

• Proficiency in graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Keen attention to detail to ensure accuracy and quality in all design work.
• Strong creative skills with the ability to think outside the box and develop innovative design solutions.
• Proven experience in packaging design, preferably within the consumer goods or food & beverage industry.
• Knowledge of printing processes like prepress printing.
• Ensuring packaging complies with food safety regulations, labeling standards, and shelf-life requirements.
• Awareness of packaging processes to ensure feasibility and cost-efficiency.
• Knowledge of types of Packaging Materials ie Flexo and Graure.
• Knowledge of consumer preferences, market demands, and competitor packaging trends in the biscuit industry.
• Aligning packaging design with the brand’s identity, target audience, and premium or value-oriented market positioning.

Salary Range: Kes: 60,000/- to Kes: 80,000/-

Place of work (Location): Thika