Graphic Designer (Packaging)

Goliath | Guildford | Contract | apply.workable.com |
Graphic Designer (Packaging) – Maternity cover

Department: European Design & Development Team
Reporting to: UK Packaging Team Manager

About Goliath

Goliath is a worldwide manufacturer and distributor of toys and games. We have offices in 15 countries and distribution channels reaching over 100 countries. At Goliath, we believe in the power of a good product and the spark of innovation, where product is king and innovation is key.
These principles have been the foundation of our success since our founding in 1980 by Adi Golad

Why apply to Goliath?

Are you looking for a job where you work on unique playful products? Are you looking for variety and a challenge? Would you like to work as part of an international multidisciplinary team of graphic designers, product designers and brand managers?
Are you an enthusiastic, talented designer with an excellent sense of composition and pack structure? Would you like to see your packaging creations in stores worldwide? Then join us for some “fun and games”!

What are you going to do with us?
 •  Create packaging solutions for existing and new brands
 •  Collaborate with an international team of graphic experts and design agencies
 •  Translate concepts and briefs into eye catching graphics
 •  Create stand-out POS material and exhibition decoration
 •  Apply and maintain brand consistency across our toy and game ranges
 •  Create mockups for meetings / presentations
 •  Brainstorm and research pack solutions for new product concepts
 •  Send technical specs to our Far East office
 •  Request, process and implement pack briefs, translations, and safety information.

Requirements
 •  Proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
 •  Experienced in pack structure
 •  Ability to create effective, distinctive, and commercial packaging solutions
 •  A talent for logo generation and quick-fire style guide / concept development
 •  A sound knowledge of print production techniques, and able to trouble shoot issues
 •  Able to multitask, handling large and complex projects
 •  Organized, focused and deadline driven
 •  A self-starter who can work independently and as part a team.
 •  Not afraid to speak up but be flexible, personable and have a good sense of humour
 •  Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
 •  Attention to detail, problem solving skills and initiative
 •  A positive, go-getter mentality
 •  Solution-oriented thinking
 •  Professional, customer and result oriented
 •  Hands-on, stress resistant and able to accept constructive criticism
 •  Hold a recognized qualification in graphic or packaging design
 •  Provide a relevant portfolio and demonstrable work experience (minimum 3 years)

Experience in toys / games / FMCG is a plus

Benefits

What is on offer?

Maternity cover starting on 1st July 2024, for 12 months.

We have a challenging and varied full-time position combining creativity, collaboration, and ownership, along with a competitive salary.

This role is based in our UK office in Guildford, but with flexibility to work from home a couple of days a week
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