Packaging Production Designer

WORK LOCATION DETAILS Work Location: Home Office - Coppell, TX Work Schedule: Hybrid Onsite: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays Work from Home: Mondays and Fridays JOB SUMMARY The Packaging production designer is an expert in creating layered packaging files to execute packaging designs across various packaging types and materials. Reports to the Manager Brand Packaging. KEY ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for the design, engineering and production of packaging of all At Home brands for internal and Product Partner use. Create, preflight and send accurate production ready layered artwork files. Work closely with Packaging team to execute projects accurately and on time. Evaluate the integrity of the packaging to ensure its quality during shipping and handling in the stores. Create complex computer layout files with linked photos and EPS graphics, to be printed on variable two- and three-dimensional packaging designs and Create mockups of two- and three-dimensional packaging for presentations. Document clear directions on execution and placement of packaging on products across all categories in the store. Identify PDQ solutions that support multiple products and maintain the PDQ size library. Proofread artwork created by vendors for spelling and consistency, compliance issues and relay any changes, updates or issues. Manage material and color library, including the review and approval to standards. Tour At Home stores as well as competitors on a consistent basis. Effectively manage competing priorities, meet production deadlines and maintain status of projects. QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES Bachelor’s Degree 1-3+ years of packaging design experience Packaging experience with corrugate, paper, fabric, plastics preferred Expert with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, PhotoShop) MS Office product proficiency Must be able to calculate correct sizes and color percentages for packaging Flexible and adaptive to changing priorities Able to multi-task, organize and prioritize workload to meet deadlines Knowledge of print mechanicals, topography and creation of mockups OUR MISSION, VISION, VALUES MISSION: We empower people to design their best life at home through style, quality, and everyday value. VISION: To be the most loved home brand inspiring people to live beautifully every day. VALUES: Create and Inspire – Creativity and innovation inspire our customers and each other to do better and be better together. Win Together – Great teams are inclusive, collaborative, and high performing. Our best work and best experiences come from valuing every voice and working together to win. Do The Right Thing – Design it right, make it right, and always do it right – with integrity, transparency, and accountability for our customers, our team and community at large. Make It Better – Strive to continually learn and improve. Use data-driven insights, take smart risks and drive innovation, efficiency, and efficacy in everything we do. Enjoy the Ride – Happy teams perform better and find greater fulfillment and enjoyment at At Home. To learn more about At Home, please click Company Overview . ACCOMMODATIONS If a reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the hiring process, to perform the essential functions of the job, and/or to receive all other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact TMCareCenter@athome.com EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY NOTICE When you’re a part of At Home, you have the full support of a diverse, close-knit team. We consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law. At Home is committed to knitting diversity and inclusion into the fabric of our culture – we respect, appreciate, and celebrate the experiences and qualities that differentiate everyone on the At Home team SUMMARY OF BENEFITS At Home is proud to offer competitive benefits for non-temporary positions, including but not limited to: Part-Time - 401(k) W/ Employer Match - Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Insurance - 25% Store Discount (Seasonal TMs Included) Full-Time – All Prior Benefits PLUS - Medical Insurance - Flexible Spending Accounts - Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Volunteer Time