Experiential Packaging & Custom Products Designer

Job Title: Experiential Designer – Packaging & Custom Products

Location: Los Angeles

Reports to: Associate Creative Director

Employment Type: Full-time / 100% REMOTE

Salary: $100K

icreatives is partnering with a leading design-led agency to find an innovative, detail-oriented Experiential Designer.

In this role, you'll help lead the creation of memorable unboxing experiences, PR mailers, and custom merchandise for some of the world's most iconic brands.

You'll transform gifting and product concepts into highly engaging brand experiences that delight recipients and elevate brand perception. You'll work closely with design and production teams to ensure every package tells a compelling brand story — from concept to final unboxing.

Key Responsibilities

Concept Development

• Ideate and develop creative packaging concepts that align with brand identity and marketing strategy
• Turn the unboxing process into an experiential journey that surprises and engages
• Develop innovative branded merchandise and custom product ideas that support campaign messaging and drive social buzz
• Extend the brand story beyond the packaging through new product concepts

Graphic Design, Product Design & Prototyping

• Create detailed design specifications and prototypes for packaging and custom products.
• Balance aesthetic appeal with functionality and production feasibility
• Apply strong graphic design skills across print, materials, and production processes
• Experience with 3D visualization or mock-up tools is a plus

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Collaboration & Project Management

• Partner with product design, production, and supply chain teams to deliver on time and on budget
• Manage timelines and vendor relationships to ensure high-quality execution
• Take a hands-on approach to product sourcing and testing

Client Experience & Industry Insight

• Stay immersed in industry, cultural, and design trends to keep work fresh
• Use client feedback and campaign data to inform design strategy and storytelling
• Present concepts and prototypes to internal teams and stakeholders with clarity

Sustainability & Compliance

• Incorporate sustainable materials and practices into packaging and product design.
• Ensure all designs meet safety standards, regulations, and environmental guidelines.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field
• End-to-end experience from concept through production for custom packaging and products
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign
• Experience with 3D visualization or mock-up tools preferred
• Strong portfolio showing concept thinking, visual storytelling, and physical/packaging design work from concept to execution

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• Understanding of influencer marketing and how storytelling drives impactful unboxing experiences
• Knowledge of materials, print processes, and production methods for packaging

Skills & Attributes

• Strong visual storytelling and creative problem-solving
• Excellent organization and ability to manage multiple projects
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and agility in fast-paced environments
• Adaptable to tight turnarounds and varied deliverables

What We Offer

• Be part of a creative, dynamic team pushing the boundaries of experiential design
• Work on exciting campaigns for top-tier global brands
• Opportunities for career growth and leadership development
• Competitive salary & benefits package

This is a full-time, 100% remote position working with a company based in Los Angeles, CA.

To apply, please submit your resume and portfolio link/case studies with packaging samples for immediate consideration.

We receive a high volume of applications, so we're unable to respond individually. If your qualifications align, well, reach out by phone, email, or text. Message and data rates may apply.

icreatives is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider all applicants without regard to protected characteristics and are committed to a workplace where diversity, equity, and inclusion fuel creative excellence.