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Anheuser-Busch Designer, Packaging in St. Louis, Missouri
Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
SALARY: St. Louis: $66,400 - $78,850, bonus eligible
New York City: $80,000 - $95,000, bonus eligible
COMPANY:
We are home to the nation’s most iconic beer and beyond beer brands, including Michelob ULTRA – America’s #1 top-selling beer – as well as Busch Light, Budweiser, Bud Light, Stella Artois, Cutwater Spirits, and industry-leading craft brands. From our longstanding efforts to support American farmers, military, veterans, and first responders, to emergency drinking water donations and responsible drinking programs, we are guided by our commitment to the communities we call home and the 65,000 hardworking Americans who bring our beer to life. We are powered by a team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
ROLE SUMMARY:
As a Packaging Designer, you’ll assess creative briefs, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and craft packaging designs that align with the BeatBox brand aesthetic, engage our target audience, and meet business objectives.
You’ll also play a key role in exploring sustainable and innovative packaging materials, ensuring BeatBox remains ahead of the curve in design and environmental impact. Join BeatBox, where creativity meets fresh innovation. We strive to empower our employees to create the best work of their career while having the time of their life doing it. Help us bring the original Party Punch to life with packaging that stops shoppers in their tracks and brings our brand’s vibrant personality to shelves everywhere. As a Senior Packaging Designer, you will own the end-to-end creation of packaging for our growing line of products. From concept to execution, you’ll lead the charge in crafting eye-catching designs that balance creativity, functionality, and sustainability. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring every package not only looks incredible but tells the BeatBox story. If you’re a seasoned designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves solving creative challenges, and has a knack for both 2D and 3D packaging design, this is your chance to make a lasting impact.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Own the Process: Lead packaging projects from concept through production, including dieline creation, prototyping, and production file preparation.
Collaborate & Innovate: Partner with marketing, product development, and external vendors to create designs that are both aesthetic and functional.
Trend-Forward Design: Stay ahead of packaging trends, materials, and printing techniques to ensure BeatBox remains relevant and competitive.
Champion Sustainability: Identify and incorporate innovative, eco-friendly materials and processes.
Detail-Oriented Execution: Ensure packaging meets brand standards, adheres to legal and market requirements, and maintains consistency across product lines.
Cross-Functional Communication: Work closely with product marketing, consumer engagement, and creative operations to meet deadlines and project goals.
Hands-On Production: Oversee press runs, color evaluations, and final design approvals to guarantee production quality.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite, especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Knowledge of 3D rendering tools (e.g., Adobe Dimension, Blender) is a plus.
Familiarity with pre-press production processes, including color separation and print file preparation.
Understanding of packaging production techniques and sustainability best practices.
Exceptional typography, color theory, and layout skills.
Ability to balance brand consistency with fresh, creative concepts.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent time management skills to juggle multiple projects.
Comfortable working independently and in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Design, Graphic Design, or a related field.
Experience: 5+ years of proven experience in packaging design, with a portfolio showcasing innovative, impactful CPG packaging.
Experience with Adobe Workfront or similar project management tools.
A background in art direction for commercial photography or promotional gifting design.
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
At BeatBox, we’re not just packaging beverages – we’re packaging a lifestyle. If you’re passionate about design, innovation, and having an incredible time, we want to hear from you!
WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
At Anheuser-Busch, our purpose is to create a future with more cheers. For more than 165 years as a leading American manufacturer, Anheuser-Busch has delivered a legacy of brewing great-tasting, high-quality beers that have satisfied beer drinkers for generations. As the nation’s top brewer, one of the fastest growing spirits companies, and an insurgent force in energy drinks, we drive economic prosperity nationwide through investments in our people, facilities, and communities. We are the only alcohol company that invests in the U.S. at this scale.
BENEFITS:
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
Free Beer!
WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
Anheuser-Busch is here for the times that matter. The moments where we celebrate, defy challenges, dream of the brighter future we are building today– and all the moments in between. We are a company that brings people together for richer conversations, sweeter celebrations and stronger communities.
As the leading global brewer, Anheuser-Busch InBev is committed to finding innovative ways to continually improve. It's this kind of thinking that creates a unique work environment by rewarding talent and encouraging forward thinking. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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