I'm Kaitlyn Toney, a packaging-focused Senior Production Designer with a strong track record in turning concepts into print-ready packaging, signage, and brand experiences. I excel at translating client needs into workable packaging mechanics, collaborating with vendors, and ensuring print quality from concept through proofing. In my work, I love solving complex design problems under tight timelines and helping brands tell their story through cohesive packaging systems. I thrive on collaborating with photographers, vendors, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality packaging and branding solutions that meet client goals and comply with legal and technical requirements.…

Kaitlyn Toney

I'm Kaitlyn Toney, a packaging-focused Senior Production Designer with a strong track record in turning concepts into print-ready packaging, signage, and brand experiences. I excel at translating client needs into workable packaging mechanics, collaborating with vendors, and ensuring print quality from concept through proofing. In my work, I love solving complex design problems under tight timelines and helping brands tell their story through cohesive packaging systems. I thrive on collaborating with photographers, vendors, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality packaging and branding solutions that meet client goals and comply with legal and technical requirements.…

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I’m Kaitlyn Toney, a packaging-focused Senior Production Designer with a strong track record in turning concepts into print-ready packaging, signage, and brand experiences. I excel at translating client needs into workable packaging mechanics, collaborating with vendors, and ensuring print quality from concept through proofing. In my work, I love solving complex design problems under tight timelines and helping brands tell their story through cohesive packaging systems.

I thrive on collaborating with photographers, vendors, and cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality packaging and branding solutions that meet client goals and comply with legal and technical requirements.

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Work Experience

Senior Packaging Production Designer at Bakery Agency
January 1, 2024 - Present
Using technical knowledge of packaging materials, design, and print processes to execute custom mechanicals while adhering to established brand standards. Deliverables include retail and CPG packaging products, billboards, textiles, in-store signage, and trade show assets. Direct communication with vendors during proofreading to ensure print quality; adherence to standards such as Pantone and INX Codes; build trust with clients including Shiner, Tree Hut, and NatureSweet. Also contributed to onboarding new hires, task management, and created custom templates for the graphics department.
Senior Production Designer at Neiman Marcus
January 1, 2024 - January 1, 2025
Supported the award-winning Holiday Campaign over two seasons, contributing to 3.5 million in 2024. Revitalized assets for the Epicure line, updated mechanicals to be print-ready and ensured legal standards for CPG packaging across all products. Additional design support included updating mechanicals for Advent Calendars, typography ligatures for A Neiman’s Fantasy Holiday Book, iconic imagery for the flagship store, and new illustrations for the annual snow globe.
Photographer & Graphic Designer at Ylang 23 & Wildlike
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2022
Led the packaging rebrand for core business and brand development, communicating directly with local vendors, sourcing materials and packaging specs within timeline expectations. Provided product photography and studio photo shoot retouching to support online sales and viewership across social media platforms.
Lead Graphic Designer - Packaging at Fossil Group, Inc.
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2021
Trained designers on packaging standards and templates; provided original concepts and detailed execution of mechanicals, die-lines, and structural renderings; reviewed and provided proofing feedback. Achieved deliverables within time and cost variables; made material recommendations; adhered to legal copy requirements; created illustrations to differentiate product experiences. Collaborated on large-scale Limited Edition drops with Warner Bros. Entertainment, Google, and Southwest Airlines. Contributed to seasonal campaigns, store display mockups, and digital assets for social media and web outreach.
UI/UX Designer at 900lbs of Creative
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Designed wireframes, style frames, and prototypes to help visualize concepts for client presentations. Collaborated with developers to create and export UI assets needed for interactive projects, utilizing feedback gathered in user testing through observed focus groups.

Education

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design at Abilene Christian University
January 11, 2030 - June 16, 2026

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Industry Experience

Consumer Goods, Retail, Media & Entertainment, Manufacturing, Professional Services