Equator - Sr Designer

Designer is needed in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Client: Equator

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Contract: Contractor, Part-time, Contractor

Job Description

Equator is a global packaging design agency, delivering strategy to shelf without compromise. We create powerful brands that get noticed and chosen. Equator is part of SGK.

We are recruiting for a Senior Designer with experience of working with national and retail brands to join our team, based in our Manchester location. This position will require at least 2 days a week in the studio, focusing on branded food packaging for big brand global UK & USA clients.

Please provide recent examples of your packaging designs or a link to your website/portfolio on your application.

Job Responsibilities

We are looking for a varied role that allows you to explore creative possibilities across a huge range of product categories. This position offers the opportunity to build a diverse portfolio that enables your design expertise to shine and invites the chance to use your art direction skills. You will see your vision brought to life without compromise.

At Equator, we are a family of creatives and strategic thinkers who thrive on innovative concepts. Supported by efficient internal processes, the impactful packaging we create builds brands and engages consumers. This is an exciting, dynamic environment where visual concepts are developed across our network globally. As a designer at Equator, you will advance your creative expertise with multi-category design, including all aspects of creative expression, typography, photography direction, illustration, packaging architecture, naming, identity development, and strategy.

You won’t just visualize the client’s brief; you will use your creative thinking to help them develop and adhere to brand standards, delivering award-winning packaging designs. Join us if you want to work in a place where thinking differently is actively encouraged!

Requirements

Applicants should have experience working with national and retail brands in packaging design. A portfolio showcasing recent packaging designs is required, either as an attachment or a link to a website. Candidates should demonstrate strong creative thinking and the ability to follow brand standards while delivering impactful designs.

Additional Information

At Matthews International, we pride ourselves on being an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.