We’re looking for a talentedPackaging Designerto join our fast-moving, multi-brand creative team for a 6-8 week contract role.This role is perfect for someone who loves translating brand identity into physical form—and who understands how outstanding packaging can drive both conversion and customer experience. You’ll lead packaging design and production across multiple brands, ensuring every box, insert, label, and retail display is beautiful, compliant, and manufactured with precision. You will work closely with Creative, Merchandising, and Supply Chain teams, and collaborate directly with packaging vendors to ensure designs are print-ready, color-accurate, consistent, and optimized for production.ScopeDesign and update packaging for Miracle Made, GIR, and Onsen products (boxes, inserts, labels, retail display packaging, etc.)Create packaging concepts that balance brand storytelling, product education, and conversion-driving clarityCollaborate with Creative Director to apply and evolve each brand's visual language across physical packagingLead packaging refreshes, new product packaging, and line extensionsPrepare and deliver fully production-ready files to manufacturing partners (dielines, bleeds, color builds, finishes, etc.)Manage color accuracy across CMYK,one, and specialty inksRecommend production methods, materials, coatings, and finishes that enhance perceived product value while staying cost-consciousReview press sheets, samples,



and pre-production prototypes and provide annotated feedbackSkills & Qualifications3–6+ years of experience in packaging design and production for DTC, retail, or consumer goods brands (home goods experience a plus)Expert knowledge of print production workflows, color management (CMYK, Pantone), dielines, substrates, finishes, and vendor file handoffStrong understanding of how packaging drives brand perception, education, and customer experienceAbility to balance aesthetic craft with production practicality, ensuring files are both beautiful and manufacturableKnowledge of Costco, Amazon, or retail packaging requirements is a plusHighly organized, detail-obsessed, and consistent with file hygiene and version controlExperienced in managing multiple projects and product lines in a fast-paced environmentExceptional visual sensibility with a keen eye for typography, hierarchy, and layoutAble to follow and evolve brand guidelines to ensure packaging assets are cohesive and on-brandProficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign; familiarity with Figma is a strong plusComfortable working with project and communication tools such as Asana, Google Workspace, Slack, etc.Confident communicator who can clearly present work and collaborate cross-functionallySelf-directed and proactive, with the ability to work independently and collaborativelyStrong time management and ability to consistently meet deadlinesMust be able to start in the next 2-3 weeks. Contract would span a 6-8 week timeline. $30-$40 CAD per hour.Fully remote role. Must be able to work Monday - Friday, 9am - 6pm ET -- you will be collaborating with a Creative Director based in NYC.#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Packaging Designer - C$30 - C$40 An Hour - Remote (Winnipeg)
🏢 Pattern Brands
📍 Winnipeg