Packaging Design Lead

RequirementsBachelor's degree in Graphic Design & Art or equivalent Graphic Design qualificationPackaging DiplomaAt least 10 years of packaging and brand design experience with an outstanding working knowledge of concept artwork, finished Art, and all print & packaging processesMinimum 7 years of management experience in leading teams, conducting performance reviews & measurementsExperience in developing high-performing design teamsStrong knowledge of packaging construction, holistic design solutions, brands CI's and implementation thereof essentialHave a strong understanding of the various brand CI's as well as brand tiering and brand architectureExcellent knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite CC: Illustrator, Photoshop, and In-designA strong understanding of design management systems and studio workflow to drive efficienciesStrong understanding of all printing processesStrong understanding of manufacturing best practices relating to quality checks and high standards of consistencyResponsibilities Lead, manage, and mentor the Company's packaging design team, including senior and junior creative designers, finished artists, illustrators, photographers, and freelance designers in order to deliver to planDevelop and communicate our brand objectives, by planning, resource sourcing and multitasking workload across the internal staff and external agencies to deliverEnsure that all work delivered is aligned with the brand CI's as well as brand tiering and brand architectureEnsure and maintain brand consistency in line with relevant marketing strategies and Corporate Identity guidelines thus accurate implementation across all sub-brands are keyRecruit, retain and develop the best design talent to deliver the best in class and invest in the future of Company's Private LabelLead and create innovative spaces by leading brainstorming sessions to promote design thinking in order to achieve the highest standard of creativity and ensure all briefs are metManage budgets and costings across all resources to ensure we remain within budget constraints