Careers at Curious Universe
We are an equal opportunities employer with a flexible approach. Hiring the right team is of paramount importance to us so we work with all employees to ensure they can ‘Work Where they Work Best’. Our hybrid working solution allows us to cater to the different needs of our workforce whilst still providing outstanding service to our customers. Both yours and the business’s needs will be discussed at interview to reach a mutually beneficial working schedule.
We are always keen to hear from people wishing to work with us so please review our current job vacancies below.
Packaging & Marketing Designer
Purpose of the Role
Bring children’s products to life as a Mid-weight Packaging & Marketing Designer!
Do you love creating packaging that pops on shelf and tells a brand story? We’re looking for a Mid-weight Brand & Packaging Designer to join our in-house studio, designing packaging and branding across toys, books, and crafts.
Main Responsibilities
- Designing packaging concepts and brand assets across multiple product ranges.
- Working with product, editorial, and marketing teams to make sure packaging fits strategy and audience.
- Translating creative direction into designs that excite children and reassure parents.
- Maintaining brand consistency across formats and SKUs.
- Designing POS, FSDUs, and retail marketing assets.
- Creating visuals for campaigns, launches, and events.
- Supporting marketing with presentations, trade show graphics, and social media visuals.
- Expanding brand identity systems with the Creative Director and Senior Brand Designer.
- Be aware of industry trends and the competitive landscape, to ensure market competitiveness.
- Comfortably manage several projects, ensuring creative ideas are delivered smoothly and on schedule.
- Prepare design files for artwork and production.
- To ensure full compliance with the company Health & Safety policy
Skills & Experience
- Typically 3–5 years’ experience in brand or packaging design, POS/FSDU – or transferable skills with a portfolio that shows your creativity.
- A portfolio with packaging and branding projects (children’s sector experience is a plus, but not essential).
- Adobe Creative Suite skills and attention to detail.
- Knowledge of sustainable packaging, motion graphic, video editing or social asset design is a bonus.
Location
This role is based in our Bath office. Please be based in the UK and within commuting distance of Bath.
Role closes for applications on the 13th February.