Packaging Graphic Designer

The Worthington Enterprises Consumer Products Marketing team is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with a focus on packaging production to join our fast-paced Creative Services team. This role plays a critical part in bringing consumer products to life through thoughtful, brand-aligned, and production-ready packaging design. You'll collaborate closely with creative leadership, regulatory, supply chain, new product development and brand partners to manage projects from concept through final release, supporting a wide range of packaging and print initiatives across multiple brands. This role will be based at our headquarters in Columbus, OH.

Focus Areas

Packaging & Print Design Execution, Digital & Cross-Functional Creative Support, Asset Production, Brand Consistency

Key Responsibilities

Packaging & Print Design Execution

• Design packaging and print materials across formats including primary and secondary packaging, promotional kits, and merchandising collateral
• Translate creative direction into compelling, accurate, on-brand visuals that align with functional, regulatory, and retailer requirements
• Ensure accuracy and consistency across all materials by following brand guidelines and production specs

Print-Ready Asset Production & Adaptation

• Develop high-quality print-ready files and adapt packaging designs for size, structure, and format variations, including merchandising displays
• Leverage AI-powered tools and production templates to enhance speed, accuracy, and scalability

Digital & Graphic Design Support

• Support digital design tasks such as resizing and adapting visuals for web, email, and social media
• Collaborate with designers to maintain creative alignment across physical and digital touchpoints

Production & Delivery Coordination

• Prepare final files for vendor handoff, regulatory review, and internal uploads
• Participate in packaging and print reviews to ensure technical accuracy and brand integrity
• Maintain organized file structures and versioning practices

Brand Consistency Across Channels

• Partner with the Creative Services team to ensure cohesive visual identity across packaging, print, in-store, and digital assets
• Apply consistent brand elements across all assigned projects

Creative Contribution & Collaboration

• Contribute to merchandising displays, packaging updates, logo & iconography design, planogram renderings, and print collateral
• Participate in cross-functional creative initiatives for product launches and marketing campaigns

Professional Development & Feedback Integration

• Apply feedback from senior creatives to continually improve design execution and brand understanding
• Engage in design reviews, training, and skill-building to stay current on tools, standards, and packaging trends

Qualifications

• Proven professional graphic design experience, with a strong focus on retail packaging and print for in-store and online
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), with a solid understanding of pre-press workflows and packaging production standards
• Demonstrated ability to design within brand, regulatory, and retailer specifications, including dielines, compliance content, and supplier guidelines
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines independently
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency across visual assets
• Experience preparing production-ready, press-accurate files for supplier handoff
• Comfortable collaborating across cross-functional teams including creative, digital marketing, regulatory, brand, and supply chain
• Working knowledge of file management, version control, and production QA processes
• Familiarity with AI-powered design tools and asset adaptation workflows
• Positive attitude, strong communication skills, and a growth mindset. Open to feedback and eager to improve craft and process

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day! Employer HSA contribution ($1,000/single or $2,000/family)
• On-site Medical Center, Pharmacy, Barbershop, and fitness center
• 401(K) Match + Employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Work Schedule
• Quarterly profit sharing (with no cap!)