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Senior Packaging Designer

Austin, TX ยท On-site

$127K - $165K/yr

Strong portfolio demonstrating packaging concepts, dieline development, mockups, and final production ready work * Advanced-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign ...

Seattle - Category Manager

Seattle, WA ยท On-site

$80K - $84K/yr

Share dieline to Sales Team or Graphic Designer for packaging artwork creation * Obtain initial quotes and own costing through packaging development. * Supports Compliance Associate to track Drop ...

Fulfillment Associate

Los Angeles, CA ยท On-site

$17.25 - $20.50/hr

Backdrop is part of the F Schumacher Co family of brands. * 2019 Dieline Packaging Design Award * 2019 Fast Company Innovation by Design Awards * 2019 Core77 Design Awards; Packaging Design * 2020 ...

CPG Brand Packaging Designer

Santa Ana, CA ยท On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

We want to see structural thinking: how you approach a dieline, a shelf presence problem, or a brand system. * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator and Photoshop required; InDesign a plus)

Own dieline updates, version control, and packaging specifications to ensure accuracy and alignment across teams * Partner with Creative to ensure packaging structures align with artwork, print ...

Senior Graphic Designer

Buena Park, CA ยท On-site

$65K - $89K/yr

... dieline setup, and final vendor-ready deliverables. ยท Collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, product development, operations, and print vendors to ensure designs are executed accurately and ...

Senior Designer

Los Angeles, CA ยท Hybrid

$80K - $95K/yr

Strong understanding of dieline and package development * Comfortable with a rapidly evolving work environment, and experience with taking initiative in a scrappy start-up setting * Experience in the ...

Strong knowledge of packaging requirements such as dieline (folds, scores and trims), rollovers, type height and weight, line thickness and copy safety zones. * Knowledge of print processes, finishes ...

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How much do dieline jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for dieline in the United States is $17.54, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a dieline designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a dieline designer, you need a strong understanding of packaging design principles, precision in layout creation, and proficiency in graphic design, typically backed by a relevant degree or experience. Expertise in Adobe Illustrator, CAD software, and knowledge of print production processes are essential technical requirements. Attention to detail, creativity, and effective communication with clients and production teams are crucial soft skills. These competencies ensure accurate, innovative, and manufacturable packaging solutions that meet client specifications and industry standards.

How does a dieline designer typically collaborate with packaging engineers and branding teams during a packaging project?

A dieline designer works closely with packaging engineers to ensure the structural aspects of the design meet production and material requirements, such as fold lines, cut lines, and tolerances. Simultaneously, they collaborate with branding teams to align artwork placement, branding elements, and visual guidelines with the package's physical structure. Regular meetings, feedback loops, and file exchanges are common, ensuring the final dieline supports both manufacturability and brand consistency. Effective communication and understanding of both creative and technical requirements are essential for success.

What is the difference between Dieline vs Packaging Designer?

AspectDielinePackaging Designer
Primary FocusCreating templates and layouts for packagingDesigning the overall look and feel of packaging
Skills & ToolsVector graphics, dieline templates, Adobe IllustratorCreative design, branding, Adobe Creative Suite
Work EnvironmentPre-production, print-ready filesConcept development, client collaboration
Industry UsageManufacturers, print shops, packaging companiesDesign agencies, brands, marketing teams

While a Dieline specializes in creating the templates used for packaging production, a Packaging Designer focuses on the overall aesthetic and branding of the packaging. Both roles often collaborate but serve different stages of the packaging development process.

What is a dieline in packaging design?

A dieline is a template used in packaging design that shows where a package will be cut, folded, and glued. It acts as a blueprint, guiding designers to understand the layout, dimensions, and critical areas like safety margins and bleed lines. Dielines ensure that graphics and text are placed correctly, so nothing important is trimmed off during production. They are essential for accurate and efficient manufacturing of boxes, labels, and other packaging materials.
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Senior Packaging Production Designer (6859)

Senior Packaging Production Designer (6859)

RUN STUDIOS LLC

Seattle, WA

$80 - $90/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 9 days ago


Job description

Transform design concepts into production-ready packaging artwork at a global scale.

RUN Studios and its client partner, a large online retailer headquartered in Seattle, is seeking a Senior Packaging Production Designer for a 6-month project. This role is fully onsite in San Francisco, CA.

The Senior Packaging Production Designer will execute production-ready packaging artwork and documentation for our device portfolio. This role translates design concepts into manufacturing-ready files that meet global regulatory, operational, and production requirements. Working within the Industrial Design team under Device Experience Design, you'll collaborate with designers, engineers, and program managers to deliver accurate, consistent packaging artwork for worldwide manufacturing.

As a Senior Packaging Production Designer, You Will

  • Prepare production-ready packaging artwork for device cartons, in-box documentation, labels, and regulatory inserts, ensuring accuracy in layout, typography, dielines, and print specifications.
  • Manage packaging artwork across complex device programs with multiple SKUs, accessory configurations, and regional variations for global launches.
  • Collaborate with packaging designers and industrial designers to ensure final artwork accurately reflects intended design systems and product presentation
  • Partner with packaging engineers and manufacturing teams to ensure files meet print production and manufacturing specifications.
  • Work with print vendors and manufacturing partners to review production files, resolve print and dieline issues, and ensure mass production readiness.
  • Review artwork for completeness and production readiness, including typography, color specifications, imagery, regulatory content, and dieline alignment.
  • Manage packaging artwork updates and revisions across product programs, ensuring accurate implementation and documentation.
  • Maintain organized, version-controlled packaging files and documentation to support efficient collaboration with internal teams and global manufacturing partners.
  • Ensure packaging deliverables align with product development milestones and manufacturing timelines.
  • Maintain packaging templates, artwork libraries, and documentation standards across the device portfolio.

In This Role, You Bring

  • 7+ years minimum experience in a web production environment.
  • Experience producing packaging artwork for consumer electronics or complex hardware products.
  • Familiarity with packaging manufacturing processes and print production workflows at scale.
  • Experience working directly with packaging engineers, print vendors, and global manufacturing partners.
  • Extensive production design experience on global packaging systems in large global CE portfolios with retouching skills.
  • BA/BS in Design or equivalent.
  • Excellent Adobe Photoshop skills.
  • Proficient in Illustrator and Dreamweaver/HTML/CSS.
  • Excellent attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Self-motivated and capable of working independently.
  • Strong knowledge of Flash, ActionScript a plus.
  • Retail web experience a plus.
  • Illustration skills a plus.

Additional Position Details

  • Supervisory Responsibilities
    • None.
  • Physical Demands
    • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Work Environment
    • Typical for an office setting.
    • Fully onsite in SF.
  • Travel
    • None.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Compensation

Pay Range:ย $80.00 - $90.00ย (Hourly)ย  ย ย 

The successful candidateโ€™s pay will be based on various factors such as individual qualifications and work location.ย ย 

Benefits:

Benefits and perks may vary depending on location and nature of the work, but eligible employees have access to medical, dental, vision, life, and AD&D benefits, health savingsย and flexible spending accounts, other telehealth and wellness benefits, a minimum of seven paid holidays per year, accrual of at least 6.5 days (Temporary Employment) to at least 15 days (Regular Employment) of paid time off per year, a 401k plan with company match, discretionary bonuses dependent on company, team or individual performance, and referral bonuses for eligible hired referrals.ย ย 

As an equal opportunity employer,ย RUN Studios is committed to pay equity and does not discriminateย on the basis ofย race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.