Packaging Specialist

Our retail client is seeking a Packaging Specialist to work at 6-month assignment (40 hrs/week). Candidates must be able to work onsite in Framingham, MA 5 days/week. The Packaging Specialist is an integral member of a cross-functional team who delivers trend forward brand packaging solutions, enabling the businesses and brands to evolve across our global divisions. As the creative force responsible for the development of all packaging and branding across selected categories, you will build and ensure that all packaging quality and deadlines are met.  ResponsibilitiesPartners with the Sr. Packaging Specialist to create compelling brand packaging that adheres to established brand packaging guidelines for a wide variety of products (boxes, hangtags, labels, etc)Compiles and releases any visual tools/artwork requested by both internal and external clientsFollows-through from conception to shelf providing approvals and overseeing successful execution of all components before press and delivery. Communicates with product development and applicable internal teams throughout the design process, including reviewing and proofing packaging.Responsible for adhering to all category deadlines, both internal and external.  Collaborates with the Senior Packaging Specialist on any photography and photography requirements for packages.  Assist Sr Packaging Specialist to design and execute prototypes for presentation and/or approval needsPerforms special projects as assigned.Skill Requirements:BFA or related degree is design preferredA minimum of 1-3 years design related experience  Excellent sense of color, type and styleStrong organizational, communication and presentation skillsAbility to prioritize, handle multiple projects and work well under pressurePrior retail packaging design experience preferred In this position, you may have access to client or customer systems, confidential and/or proprietary information or data. This position is onsite and requires you to work closely with other individuals in a collaborative team environment.BenefitsCreative Circle's Freelance Employee benefits package includes eligibility for Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, dental/vision/term life package, discount prescription program, critical illness, accident, tele-behavioral health, and 401(k) plan. Sick leave is provided to Candidates whose assignment work location is in a state or city subject to sick leave laws. A Minimum Value (MV) PPO medical plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and paid holiday eligibility are based on length and dates of service. Email Your Resume In Word Tobcarter@creativecircle.comLooking forward to receiving your resume through our website and going over the position with you. Clicking apply is the best way to apply.Please do NOT change the email subject line in any way. You must keep the JobID: linkedin : WC3-1988475 -- in the email subject line for your application to be considered.Billy Carter - Recruiter, National DeliveryFor Creative Circle to represent you for this opportunity, you must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need of employer sponsorship for a non-immigrant visa such as a H-1B, TN, or O visa. We do not support or provide training for STEM/OPT programs. Additionally, you must be physically located in and perform the work for our client in the United States.This is a new role.This job was first posted by Creative Circle on 06/01/2026 and applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled or closed.Everforth Creative Circle is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring process includes AI screening for keywords and minimum qualifications. Recruiters review all results.  Everforth Creative Circle will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. If you need a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact your Recruiter (the person you'll be interviewing with) or a member of our Human Resources team to make arrangements. Anthem / Blue Cross Blue Shield creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Creative Circle.Copyright © 2026 Everforth, Inc. All rights reserved.