PepsiCo

Graphic Designer (poppi)

PepsiCo • $80K — $95K *
Los Angeles, CA 90011In-Person
Media
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of graphic design experience
  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
  • Strong understanding of print and production workflows
  • Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and consistency
  • Excellent communication skills and a willingness to collaborate
  • Adaptable to changing project requirements and fast-paced environments

Responsibilities

  • Create visually appealing, brand-aligned assets for packaging and digital platforms
  • Translate creative concepts into production-ready designs
  • Explore and develop packaging concepts under direction
  • Lead individual design projects while collaborating with team initiatives
  • Ensure brand consistency across all creative outputs
  • Prepare and organize files correctly for production

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, disability)
  • Paid time off including parental leave, vacation, and sick leave
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal support
  • Defined Contribution Retirement Plan to support financial well-being
  • Annual performance-related bonus opportunity of 5%
Full Job Description
Overview

We're looking for a Graphic Designer to create visually engaging, high-impact design work across packaging and retail initiatives in both print and digital environments. You'll help bring brand stories to life through thoughtful execution and strong visual craft, ensuring every asset is on-brand, accurate, and production-ready. You'll report to an experienced Associate Art Director and work closely with cross-functional partners, supporting larger creative initiatives while also owning select projects from concept through final delivery.

This role is ideal for someone who deeply understands and values brand guidelines - and knows how to both uphold and extend them. You live and breathe brand systems and can confidently translate them into new packaging and creative expressions while maintaining cohesion across a broader product suite. You're detail-oriented, culturally aware, fluent in modern design tools, and energized by hands-on creative execution.

Responsibilities

Design & Execution
  • Create high-quality, brand-consistent creative assets across packaging, retail, and digital touchpoints, from concept through final production.
  • Translate creative direction and brand guidelines into polished, production-ready design solutions
  • Support packaging concept development by exploring layouts, design directions, and creative executions under the direction of the Senior Designer and Associate Art Director
  • Independently lead assigned design projects while contributing to larger team initiatives
  • Apply and extend brand systems thoughtfully across new formats and surfaces
  • Ensure visual consistency and brand integrity across all deliverables

Packaging & Retail Production
  • Support the development of packaging concepts, retail creative, and layouts, applying brand guidelines thoughtfully while maintaining cohesion across a product suite
  • Execute packaging updates including ingredient changes, UPC revisions, regulatory updates, and layout refinements across multiple formats and dielines
  • Design and adapt retail assets across print and digital channels, including signage, displays, promotional materials, and retail marketing collateral
  • Prepare accurate, production-ready files for packaging and retail deliverables, ensuring proper specifications, dielines, asset placement, and file setup
  • Organize and label files clearly for internal teams, external vendors, and cross-functional partners
  • Review artwork and proofs to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality before release
  • Ensure creative assets meet brand, production, and retailer requirements while maintaining a high level of craftsmanship and attention to detail

Workflow & Project Ownership
  • Own assigned packaging and retail design workflows from intake through final file delivery
  • Manage tasks and reviews using project tools (Asana, Ziflow, or similar platforms)
  • Track revisions, approvals, and proofing stages to keep projects moving efficiently
  • Flag risks or production concerns early and propose solutions

Collaboration
  • Partner closely with the Senior Designer, Associate Art Director and marketing partners to align on goals and creative direction
  • Present work and rationale clearly, incorporating feedback effectively
  • Contribute thoughtful creative input and constructive feedback in team reviews
  • Support broader creative initiatives and step in where needed on other creative work

Compensation and Benefits:
  • The expected compensation range for this position is between $80,700 - $95,000.
  • Location, confirmed job-related skills, experience, and education will be considered in setting actual starting salary. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range during the hiring process.
  • Bonus based on performance and eligibility target payout is 5% of annual salary paid out annually.
  • Paid time off subject to eligibility, including paid parental leave, vacation, sick, and bereavement.
  • In addition to salary, PepsiCo offers a comprehensive benefits package to support our employees and their families, subject to elections and eligibility: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Health, and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Insurance (Accident, Group Legal, Life), Defined Contribution Retirement Plan


Qualifications

What you bring:

  • You understand both print and production: You're fluent in print and production workflows, including CMYK vs. PMS vs. INX, dieline setup, text outlining, image embedding, and vendor-ready file prep. You understand the nuances of preparing artwork for both packaging and retail, across a range of print and digital specifications, and know what it takes to get a file from design to press-ready and ultimately into a consumer's hands.
  • You take pride in the details: Your files are clean, accurate, and aligned to the pixel. You're the kind of designer who triple-checks UPC placement, spelling, and ingredient panels without being asked.
  • You're feedback oriented: You have a willingness to learn from others, assist where needed and able to seek input and share openly.
  • You're accountable: You own your projects from start to finish. You meet deadlines. You take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and step in wherever needed to get the job done.
  • You're a team player: You work well independently and with others, communicating across functions and building strong relationships.
  • You're built for change: You're adaptable and resilient in the face of change with the ability to embrace challenges and shift priorities with ease in a fast-paced environment.


Your background

  • 3+ years of experience in graphic design
  • A portfolio of work demonstrating ability
  • A hunger to learn and a solid work ethic. Coming ready to dig in!
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities
  • Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Suite, project management tools such as Asana
  • Self-motivated & a true team player


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About PepsiCo

PepsiCo Careers

Joining PepsiCo's global team offers more than just a chance to excel in your career; it's an opportunity to be part of a dynamic and diverse environment where innovation thrives. Work You’ll Do At PepsiCo, we are committed to producing great leaders and fostering a culture of innovation. Our team is dedicated to empowering professionals to master their career paths with PepsiCo. As a leader in the food and beverage industry, we offer unique job opportunities that intersect with cutting-edge technology and market leadership. Lead with Unique Opportunities PepsiCo stands at the forefront of the industry, not only in terms of product quality but also in our approach to leadership and professional growth. We offer a variety of employment paths, including full-time positions, internships, and leadership training programs that are designed to foster diversity and accelerate career development. Work with a Global Team Collaborate with over 260,000 employees worldwide who are united in delivering joy not only to our consumers but also in driving innovation and growth within the company. PepsiCo’s commitment to global diversity and inclusive culture makes it a prime environment for professional development and networking. Introducing PepsiCo’s Professional Growth and Development Programs We are committed to nurturing talent through comprehensive training programs and robust benefits that support both personal and professional growth. Our programs are tailored to help employees at every level of their career to advance and succeed. Innovate and Lead Join the largest team of food and beverage industry experts—dedicated professionals at the intersection of consumer needs, innovative technology, and sustainable practices. Deliver targeted solutions and drive industry leadership through a depth and breadth of knowledge and innovation that’s second to none. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in meaningful work that impacts millions of lives worldwide. At PepsiCo, you’ll harness the power of our global resources and the creativity of our people to improve the way the world accesses the foods and beverages it loves. Future-Proof Your Career With PepsiCo, the sky is the limit when it comes to where your ambition can take you. We offer unmatched opportunities for career advancement along with the training, internship programs, and certification support needed to thrive in your professional journey. Explore Discover how PepsiCo is leading the way in digital innovation and sustainable practices while maintaining a steadfast focus on diversity and employee well-being. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players ready to take their career to the next level. SEARCH PEPSICO JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding career opportunities that await at PepsiCo.
Learn more about PepsiCo
Size
309,000 employees
Market Cap
$250.5 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$7.1 billion
Founded
1965
5 Year Trend
+4.8%
Revenue
$70.3 billion
NASDAQ
PEP
* Ladders Estimates

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