Packaging Designer

About the company

Marks, which is part of Propelis Group, is a consumer experience agency focused on creating memorable brand moments across the full spectrum of brand design, packaging, content, and consumer engagement. With a worldwide team of more than 1,900 people across 25+ studios in 20+ countries, the organization works with well-known brands to tackle complex business problems through design, strategy, and craft.

Role overview

This position is for a designer working where brand and digital commerce overlap. The ideal candidate enjoys design in many forms, from branding and packaging to digital experiences, and can develop thoughtful creative solutions for e-commerce and related channels.

What you will do

• Create high-quality brand and product visuals and communication assets for e-commerce product pages and online storefronts, including DTC and retail platforms such as Amazon, Walmart, and Target.
• Work effectively on your own and as part of a team, contributing strong design execution.
• Help shape design solutions with emphasis on digital content and e-commerce.
• Take part in brainstorming discussions and internal creative reviews.
• Support teammates within your immediate group and across the wider agency.
• Protect creative quality by staying current with e-commerce best practices, including ADA accessibility requirements.
• Own assigned projects and ensure work is accurate, consistent, and delivered on time at a high standard.
• Confidently present work after making sure it has been fully developed and refined.
• Contribute to agency culture and participate in internal initiatives.

Key qualities

• Works well with others and takes accountability seriously.
• Approaches problems strategically and has experience in consumer packaged goods.
• Food and beverage category experience is preferred.
• Brings enthusiasm for the craft and communicates that energy to others.
• Can handle fast deadlines and manage several priorities at once.
• Communicates clearly and can explain the thinking behind design decisions.
• Understands shopper behavior and can think in systems and overall brand positioning.
• Has a practical, hands-on attitude and is willing to get things done.

Reporting and team structure

The role reports to the Design Director, Digital Commerce. Extended partners include agency leadership, the global strategy team, the Creative Director and other creative collaborators, and account leads.

Experience and tools

• At least 4 years of industry experience, with some agency background.
• A bachelor’s degree in design or a related discipline.
• Experience across categories such as CPG, food and beverage, wine and spirits, and technology is preferred.
• Knowledge of simple motion or animation techniques is an advantage.
• A well-rounded portfolio demonstrating strong brand-building ability; front-end development experience for e-commerce is a plus.
• Comfort using Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; familiarity with XD, Miro, and Keynote is helpful.

About Propelis

Propelis is a global portfolio of marketing services and technology companies with a combined history of more than 150 years, over 2,000 clients, 9,000 employees, and operations in 30 countries. It offers the reach and resources of a large global organization while allowing each company in the portfolio to keep its distinct culture and identity.

Equal opportunity and accessibility

The employer is committed to providing equal employment opportunities based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Candidates are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. The company also aims to make its application process accessible and can provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. Candidates who need support during recruitment are encouraged to contact the Human Resources team.

Compensation

The Ontario salary range for this position is CAD 56,479 to CAD 70,000 per year. Final compensation will depend on the successful candidate’s experience, skills, knowledge, and other job-related factors.

Additional details

The workplace encourages applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who can contribute to greater diversity within the organization. Applicants are welcomed to request accommodation during any part of the hiring process.