Responsibilities

• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Own the visual and structural design of Quince's primary and secondary packaging, setting the standard for brand expression at the point of unboxing
• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Design packaging systems (boxes, inserts, tissue, hangtags, labels) that reflect the brand while meeting production and cost targets
• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Develop packaging concepts that balance aesthetic elevation with manufacturability, material efficiency, and sustainability considerations
• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Work with material suppliers and manufacturers to source appropriate papers, finishes, and production methods that align with both brand vision and budget
• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Create detailed specifications for packaging, including die-line development, color separations, structural specifications, and finishing details (embossing, foil, special coatings, etc.)
• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Translate brand guidelines into packaging systems that feel premium and considered
• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Collaborate with product and operations teams to understand functional requirements, lead times, and cost constraints, and design solutions that satisfy all parameters
• Packaging Design & Development (50%) - Champion packaging that drives perceived value, unboxing experience, and brand loyalty while managing production viability and cost per unit
• Print Marketing & Direct Mail Design (50%) - Own design for the Quince direct mail program end to end, setting the visual direction and ensuring consistency across all campaigns
• Print Marketing & Direct Mail Design (50%) - Design print marketing assets, including catalogs, mailers, inserts, and other formats, aligned with brand standards and customer acquisition and retention goals

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Packaging Design, or related field
• 5–8 years of professional design experience, with significant, hands-on work in both packaging design/production and print marketing/direct mail
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Figma
• Deep expertise in packaging production processes, including:
• Color management, separations, and proofing across different processes
• Manufacturing constraints, MOQs, lead times, and cost optimization
• Sustainability considerations in material and process selection
• Deep expertise in print production processes, including bleeds, color management, paper stocks, finishes, and prepress requirements
• Strong typographic skills and refined design sensibility
• Proven ability to work quickly and accurately across multiple iterations and tight deadlines

Preferred

• Portfolio demonstrating both elevated packaging design and high-volume direct mail work
• Experience with direct-to-consumer or e-commerce brands
• Familiarity with performance marketing and data-informed creative iteration
• Experience optimizing packaging for cost while maintaining brand elevation
• Knowledge of sustainable packaging materials and practices
• Experience managing multiple projects with complex production timelines simultaneously
• Nice to have: Illustration or hand-drawn design skills that can elevate packaging