Graphic Designer Product & Packaging

Job Description Graphic Designer (Product & Packaging)
Company: Sri Vijayalakshmi Agarbathi Works (SVAW)
Location: Bangalore
Department: Marketing / Product Development
Employment Type: Full-time

Reports To: Marketing Head / Management
Job Summary
We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Graphic Designer to develop product packaging, labels, promotional materials, and other brand-related designs. The candidate should have strong practical experience in CorelDRAW and Adobe Photoshop and be able to prepare accurate, print-ready artwork.
Key Responsibilities

• Design product packaging, labels, cartons, pouches, stickers, and other product-related materials.
• Create new product designs according to brand guidelines and customer requirements.
• Modify existing artwork based on feedback from management, customers, and the marketing team.
• Prepare print-ready files with the correct dimensions, colours, fonts, bleed, margins, and technical specifications.
• Develop product mock-ups and presentations for internal review and customer approval.
• Coordinate with the marketing, production, export, and printing teams to ensure artwork accuracy.
• Verify product names, fragrances, barcodes, QR codes, importer details, statutory declarations, and other packaging information.
• Maintain proper records of artwork versions, customer approvals, and final printing files.
• Ensure that only approved artwork is released for printing or production.
• Review printer proofs and samples before bulk printing.
• Complete all design assignments within agreed timelines.
• Maintain the confidentiality of company designs, product information, and intellectual property.
• Support the creation of catalogues, brochures, advertisements, social-media creatives, and other promotional materials when required.

Required Skills

• Strong working knowledge of CorelDRAW and Adobe Photoshop.
• Good understanding of product packaging and print-production processes.
• Knowledge of colour modes, colour separation, resolution, bleed, die lines, and print file formats.
• Good sense of layout, typography, colour combinations, and brand consistency.
• Ability to understand design briefs and convert ideas into effective product designs.
• Strong attention to detail, especially when checking text, measurements, and product information.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator or other design software will be an added advantage.

Education and Experience

• Diploma or degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Minimum 23 years of relevant experience, preferably in product packaging, FMCG, incense, cosmetics, food products, or a related industry.
• Candidates must provide a portfolio of their previous product-packaging and graphic-design work.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Creative, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Able to work independently and coordinate effectively with different departments.
• Willing to revise designs based on customer and management feedback.
• Familiar with printing materials and packaging-production requirements.
• Good communication and time-management skills.

Key Performance Indicators

• Accuracy and quality of artwork.
• Timely completion of design assignments.
• Reduction in printing errors and artwork revisions.
• Proper maintenance of artwork and approval records.
• Compliance with brand standards and customer requirements.