Senior Packaging and Retail Designer
DESCRIPTION
quip is a design-led oral health and wellness company that launched in 2015 and is on mission to change oral care habits from a have-to chore to a want-to ritual. quip creates bold, simple, design driven products that are backed by science and intuitive to use, which empower everyone to proactively make their mouth part of their daily wellness routine. quip's current personal care offerings include the American Dental Association accepted (ADA seal) adult and kid electric toothbrushes, smart brushes, rechargeable water flosser, refillable floss string, refillable gum and mints. All products are designed to help people build good oral care habits.
quip is a truly omni-channel business with strength in DTC, Retail, Amazon and Dental Professional DTC channels.
We're looking for a Senior Packaging and Retail Designer with strong experience in packaging design to join our talented in-house Brand Design team and propel quip in developing industry-leading, innovative design that breaks-through and drives the business.
The ideal candidate is a detail oriented designer with experience in print production and a love for all things packaging design. You should possess the ability to solve big design challenges, while finding time to sweat the small stuff. You have a strong portfolio of work and understand what it takes to develop great packaging and attention grabbing creative in busy retail environments.
This role reports into our Creative Director and will collaborate closely with marketing, wholesale, industrial design and other key cross functional teams.
Base Salary: $90k to $110k
This range represents anticipated base salary range for this position, in addition to competitive benefits and equity (as applicable). We carefully assess and consider several factors with each candidate, including location, role-related knowledge, experience and skills. Compensation may vary based on these considerations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrate beautiful and functional design, typography, hierarchy, for all brand applications, both physical and digital
- Understand and apply brand guidelines to design solutions, while striving to express and refine the quip brand no matter the medium but with a strong focus on packaging and retail
- Work on multi-merchandise packaging needs for direct to consumer, drug, retail, wholesale, and other open-sell environments, that continue to surprise and delight the quip customer
- Support the Packaging team in day to day efforts consisting of but not limited to evergreen updates, new product development, and continued packaging improvements driven by cost and/or quality initiatives
- Develop new tools and processes for success, e.g. style guides, scalable design solutions and systems, as well as collaborate closely with the Brand team to advance a consistent vision
- Experience in production design: be organized, detail oriented, know how to prep files, proof carefully, partner to produce the best experience within budget
- Must be available to review physical samples in Dumbo office
QUALIFICATIONS
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- 4+ years experience in design, print production, packaging design, or related discipline
- Acute and elevated design acumen: a strong understanding and use of design principles and rules, and an eye for detail will take you far
- Excellent communication (verbal, written, visual); ability to propose ideas across teams, and contextualize multiple ideas in relation to one another
- Fueled by a fast-paced environment
- Experience collaborating with other designers, copywriters, and cross-functional partners
- Desire to impact and support a rapidly growing brand and oral care company
- Self-starter who asks questions, seeks opportunities, and gets things done
- Confident in your skills, yet humble and open to feedback and direction
- Comfortable working independently and as part of a team
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in a design discipline related to graphic designs preferred
BENEFITS
- Hybrid working environment, with an office located in the heart of DUMBO with breathtaking views of Manhattan Bridge
- Year round early “summer Fridays”
- WiFi enabled rooftop
- Competitive medical benefit package
- Commuter benefits for parking & transit
- Competitive paid parental leave policy for qualifying employees
- Open vacation policy
- Dog-friendly office space
- 401k Tax Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Fully stocked kitchen with snacks (make sure to use your quip after snacking!)
- Your very own quip with employee discount packages
- The opportunity to help us make oral care more simple, effective and accessible!
About quip
quip is a modern oral health company launched in 2015 that provides thoughtfully designed personal oral care products and professional dental care services through a digital platform that makes oral care more simple, accessible, and enjoyable. The current personal care offerings include a wide selection of American Dental Association accepted (ADA seal) adult and kid electric toothbrushes, smart brushes, refillable floss pick and string, refillable mouthwash and gum, all kept fresh with a refill delivery service.
quip is committed to promoting equality, inclusion, and diversity beyond your brushing routine. We believe our company is better equipped to care for every mouth when we listen to fresh perspectives from every voice, and in doing so, we build an equal-opportunity team of the brightest minds (and mouths)—regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, identity, or any other trait that makes you you. By celebrating and supporting our differences, we will thrive in our mission to improve oral health for all.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Fitness Subsidies
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Pet-friendly Office
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Unlimited Paid Time Off
Financial and Retirement
- Company Equity
- 401(K)
Professional Development
- Learning and Development Stipend
- Promote From Within
- Lunch and Learns
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
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