Open Positions
Comp Craftsman/Comp Artist
- Part-time, in-office position
- Hainesport, NJ
In the packaging design world, a comp (or prototype) is a handmade 3D replica of a printed package or carton. Comps are needed to visually inspect, verify, and validate the impact and accuracy of a package design before thousands or millions of packages are printed and distributed. We need someone who can skillfully cut, glue and build comps for approval by clients and designers.
This position is filled with opportunity and flexibility. We can provide training to skilled workers, and we are open to flex time (between normal business hours) up to approximately 20 hours per week. More hours are possible depending on business needs, skills and ambitions of the candidate.
WE ARE: An established design/marketing agency with highly creative professionals based in Hainesport, NJ. Our offices are away from frustrating traffic congestion and close to major highways for easy access.
- Our creativity mostly serves marketing needs for the consumer-packaged goods industry – mainly food, snacks and confections.
- Most of our work is focused on packaging and retail displays.
- Our clients are globally trusted leaders in their respective product categories and our creative work touches millions of consumers across the US and North America.
- We do fun stuff for great clients. The work of our team makes a difference to consumers in every retail outlet, every day.
YOU NEED:
- Artistic sensitivity…a creative eye and hands that can carefully cut and build models of packaging, cartons, boxes etc.
- Good sense of how things work and go together
- Some knowledge of tools and machinery
- Some knowledge of CAD software is a plus but not mandatory.
- Attention to detail and superior sense of precision. We avoid phrases like “good enough”
- Mix of both creative and technical skills to create a finished product that meets design goals
- Ability to collaborate with graphic designers to execute final creative vision
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, be self-motivated and adaptable to change
REQUIREMENTS
- Minimum high school diploma or trade school certificate.
- Legal US status and driver license
- Basic knowledge of everyday office communication software (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)
If you are detail-oriented, love working with your hands, and want to be part of a creative team, we want to hear from you!