Packaging & Graphic Designer

📍 Job Overview

Job Title: Packaging & Graphic Designer

Company: Essor

Location: Ortigas Center, Philippines

Job Type: Full-Time

Category: Creative & Media / Art & Design / Marketing

Date Posted: July 29, 2026

Experience Level: Mid-Level (2-5 years)

Remote Status: On-site

🚀 Role Summary

• This role is pivotal for owning the end-to-end design execution of packaging, print, and digital performance assets for Essor's Consumables Business Unit, focusing on core brands like ZitSticka, Tree of Life, and Rockin' Green.

• The position requires a blend of technical print production expertise and a strong understanding of digital creative strategies optimized for performance across e-commerce and social channels.

• You will be instrumental in maintaining and evolving brand systems, ensuring visual consistency across multiple SKUs, franchises, and marketing touchpoints.

• A key aspect of this role involves leveraging AI design tools to enhance workflow efficiency and accelerate creative production, aligning with Essor's "automated-first" mindset.

📝 Enhancement Note: This role is explicitly for a visual designer with a dual focus on both physical product packaging and digital marketing creative. The emphasis on "end-to-end design execution" and "owning projects" suggests a need for strong project management and autonomous work capabilities. The mention of AI tools and a "learn-and-apply" loop indicates a forward-thinking company culture that values technical innovation and continuous learning in design execution.

📈 Primary Responsibilities

• Packaging & Print Design Execution:

  • Lead the design process from initial brief to final production-ready artwork for packaging and print materials, including concept development, layout iterations, and technical file preparation.
  • Ensure all artwork meets stringent technical specifications for print, such as correct dielines, color profiles (CMYK/Pantone), bleeds, safe zones, resolutions, and finish requirements.
  • Develop and maintain cohesive packaging systems that are aligned with brand guidelines across various SKUs and product lines.
  • Conceptualize and design innovative packaging solutions for new product launches and variations, considering material options and structural design.
  • Collaborate closely with Product Development, Legal, and Copywriting teams to gather necessary inputs, identify potential risks early, and manage master asset libraries efficiently.

• Digital & Performance Graphic Design:

  • Design high-impact Meta ad creative (static and simple motion) with a focus on visual hierarchy, strong hooks, and clear calls to action for optimal stop-scroll performance.

  • Adapt and iterate on successful creative concepts into multiple variants for A/B testing across various platforms and audiences, including Meta Ads, D2C UI/UX, and other digital touchpoints.

  • Create compelling Amazon Product Detail Page (PDP) images, including listing images, A+ content, Brand Story, and storefront designs, adhering to Amazon's guidelines and mobile-first viewing considerations.

  • Produce effective CRM email creative, including hero banners, modular blocks, and GIFs, ensuring brand consistency and optimal rendering across devices.

  • Support organic social media efforts by designing brand-consistent posts, story templates, and short-form video thumbnails.

  • Contribute visual concepts for product benefits and mechanisms, developing reusable template libraries to streamline rapid turnaround times.

📝 Enhancement Note: The responsibilities clearly delineate two distinct but interconnected areas of design. The emphasis on "production-ready artwork," "technical specifications," and "brand-aligned packaging systems" points to a need for meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of print processes. For digital, the focus on "stop-scroll performance," "A/B testing," and "mobile-first viewing" highlights the performance-driven nature of the digital creative work, requiring an understanding of marketing analytics and user behavior.

🎓 Skills & Qualifications

Education: While not explicitly stated, a Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field is typically expected for this level of experience.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years of professional design experience with a proven track record in both packaging/print and digital/performance design.

Required Skills:

• Portfolio: A strong portfolio showcasing comprehensive packaging systems (multi-SKU or franchise-level, ideally with production experience) and performance-driven digital creative (e.g., Meta ads, Amazon PDPs, CRM assets).

• Software Proficiency: Expert command of Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.

• Digital Design Tools: Proficiency in Figma for digital asset creation and handoffs.

• Print Production Knowledge: Solid understanding of print production fundamentals, including dielines, bleeds, color profiles (CMYK/Pantone), various finishes, and common substrate constraints.

• Digital Platform Specifications: Familiarity with Meta ad specifications, Amazon image requirements, and CRM email design constraints (image weight, retina sizing, mobile safe zones).

• Brand Adaptability: Ability to comfortably work across multiple brands and switch between distinct visual systems.

• Communication & Collaboration: Strong English communication skills, proactive risk identification and escalation, and comfort in multi-brand environments.

• AI Design Tools: Familiarity with utilizing AI design tools to enhance and accelerate creative production workflows.

Preferred Skills:

• Industry Background: Experience in beauty, skincare, wellness, or regulated consumer goods (OTC/cosmetic claims).

• 3D Rendering: Experience with 3D packaging rendering software such as KeyShot, Blender, or Adobe Dimension.

• Motion Graphics: Basic motion/animation skills for creating assets for Meta ads and GIFs using tools like After Effects.

📝 Enhancement Note: The requirement for a strong portfolio that covers both packaging systems and performance creative is critical. The emphasis on specific software (Adobe Creative Suite, Figma) and technical knowledge (print production, digital specs) is standard for design roles. The explicit mention of AI design tools as a required skill, rather than just a plus, signals a significant company focus on integrating technology into the design process.

📊 Process & Systems Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio Essentials:

• Packaging Systems: Demonstrate the ability to create and maintain consistent visual systems across multiple packaging SKUs and product lines for a single brand or franchise. This should include examples of how the system adapts to different product needs while remaining cohesive.

• Performance Creative: Showcase examples of digital assets designed specifically for performance, such as Meta ads, Amazon listing images, or CRM banners. Highlight how the design aims to drive engagement, conversions, or specific marketing objectives.

• Technical Execution: Include examples that demonstrate an understanding of technical requirements for both print (e.g., dielines, color modes) and digital (e.g., adherence to platform specs, mobile optimization).

• Brand Versatility: Present work from at least two distinct brands or visual systems to showcase adaptability and the ability to switch between different brand identities effectively.

Process Documentation:

• Workflow Design: Candidates should be prepared to discuss their process for managing design projects from brief to delivery, including how they incorporate feedback, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure technical accuracy.

• Iteration & Optimization: Be ready