Erickaehler

DE product packaging designer

Upwork • Freelance

Feb 2023 - Mar 2026 • 3 yrs 1 mo

Led product packaging and brand identity projects for startups, premium brands, and eCommerce businesses across Europe and international markets. Specialized in creating modern, high converting packaging systems that combine luxury aesthetics, functionality, and strong shelf appeal for retail and online visibility. Developed packaging solutions for cosmetics, food products, supplements, CBD, fashion accessories, beverages, and luxury consumer goods while managing projects from concept development to final print ready production. Focused on minimalist European style branding, luxury packaging layouts, typography, dielines, label systems, and strategic visual branding tailored for Amazon, Shopify, and retail environments. Created professional packaging files for boxes, pouches, labels, tubes, bottles, and mailer packaging using Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign while ensuring branding consistency and print production accuracy. Successfully designed packaging concepts for 120+ brands, helped startups launch retail-ready products with premium brand identities, improved customer engagement through visually compelling packaging, and maintained high client satisfaction through fast delivery, attention to detail, and professional communication with international clients and manufacturers.

Lead Print & Packaging Specialist

Print.com • Full-time

Feb 2024 - Oct 2025 • 1 yr 8 mos

Headed the structural design department for retail and subscription box solutions. I was responsible for end to end project management, from initial 3D prototyping to final prepress file preparation. I ensured all projects met strict European quality standards for durability and high volume print production.

Packaging Engineer & Brand Strategist

Design Institute of Australia • Full-time

Jun 2022 - Mar 2023 • 9 mos

Focused on the intersection of form and function for technical apparel and luxury goods. My role involved creating 3D photorealistic mockups and print ready vector files, working closely with global manufacturers to ensure color accuracy Pantone and structural integrity for retail packaging.