Graphic Designer, Packaging

at  Oatly AB

WHY JOIN OATLY?

It’s us, the original oat drink company that started in Sweden back nearly 30 years ago.
Sustainability, health, and transparency are the core values that guide everything we do. Basically, we exist to make it easy for people to eat better and live healthier lives without recklessly taxing the planet’s resources in the process. If you’re driven to help us make a positive impact in the world, here’s your chance to be a change-maker.
As a Graphic Designer focused on packaging, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our brand identity and visual communication across the Oatly universe, which include 25+ markets across EMEA, the US, Asia-Pacific and Latin America.
You’ll report into our Global Design Director based in Gothenburg and work hand in hand with the Innovation and Technical Product Management team and the ODMC (Oatly Department of Mind Control).
Due to business needs, qualified candidates must reside in Gothenburg, Sweden. Native/full professional proficiency in English is a must. Fluent Swedish is very useful but not mandatory.
This next section is for all the bullet point lovers out there:

WHAT WE NEED YOU TO BRING TO THE TABLE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, or similar relevant education, is preferable.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience, agency or brand side. Experience in the food industry is a bonus but not mandatory.
• Strong portfolio showcasing highlighting your design skills and creativity. Experience working with packaging is a must.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite: Specifically, Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Familiarity with other design tools and platforms is a plus.
• Excellent understanding of the nuances of typography, layout, and composition.
• Excellent understanding of packaging materials, printing processes, and production techniques.
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for aesthetics.
• Impeccable attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage multiple projects.
• Solid experience delivering final art and print ready files. This is MANDATORY and we will ask you to complete a test assignment as part of the hiring process.

• Develop eye-catching designs for packaging, and all things related.
• Collaborate with the Innovation,Technical Product Management and the ODMC to understand project requirements and objectives.
• Create and present design concepts, mock-ups, and prototypes to stakeholders.
• Maintain design consistency across all products/markets.
• Ensure pixel-perfect precision in all visual assets. Small details matter.
• Build and be accountable for flawless production-ready files.
• Ensure all packaging designs comply with industry regulations and company standards.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest design trends, materials, and technologies in the packaging industry.
• Work with external vendors and suppliers to ensure accurate production of packaging materials.
• When time allows, work on ODMC design projects.