Freelance Packaging Designer – AI-Assisted Concept Development

📋 Description

• Develop initial packaging and label concepts from project briefs, translating brand objectives into
• Participate in live brainstorming sessions with stakeholders to generate creative options.
• Use AI-assisted tools to produce packaging mockups, label variations, and limited-edition concepts.
• Combine AI-generated imagery with traditional graphic design to align with brand identity.
• Revise concepts based on stakeholder feedback and meet project milestones.
• Deliver concept boards and presentation-ready visuals for handoff to internal teams.

🎯 Requirements

• 5+ years in CPG packaging design, brand design, or innovation; beverage packaging a plus.
• Hands-on AI tools: Midjourney, Adobe Firefly, ChatGPT/DALL·E, Stable Diffusion.
• Strong Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop skills to blend AI concepts with design workflows.
• Portfolio showing consumer packaging projects and AI-assisted concept generation.
• Understand packaging design principles, shelf presence, consumer behavior, and CPG trends.
• Work independently, manage schedules, and maintain professional client relationships.

🎁 Benefits

• Remote flexibility: work from your chosen location with own equipment.
• Independent arrangements: control creative process, workflow, and schedule.
• Project-based engagement: accept assignments based on availability and interests.
• Flexible compensation: negotiate fees per project or milestone.
• Potential for ongoing client relationship alongside existing freelance work.
• Creative autonomy: apply your own design methodology and AI tools.