Makers & Allies is a design and story boutique specialized in creating specifically for wine, craft, and spirits. M&A can be described as a collective of passionate storytellers working in collaboration with some of the world’s most talented artisans. Their services include branding, packaging, product design, spatial design, print, and digital.

Their current open positions are:

Exceptional Print & Packaging Designer Position

Job Description:
Makers & Allies is currently seeking to add an exceptionally talented mid-level print & packaging designer to the team. We are in search of a highly creative designer with branding experience in the alcohol & beverage industry and a dedicated passion for their craft. M&A designers possess the ability to generate highly original concepts and have an outstanding sense of design style paired with an incredible eye for detail. If you’re a kick-ass designer with a passion for unique wine, craft brew, and barrel-aged whiskey we’d love to take a peek at your portfolio.

Responsibilities:
+ Lead the generation of creative concepts, both independently and in team collaboration.
+ Work effectively to translate creative direction into exceptionally executed design solutions within specified timelines and budgets.
+ Facilitate communication of print production projects with M&A select print vendors.
+ Confidently present and articulate creative concepts, designs, and ideas.
+ Stay current on design knowledge and trends, specifically in the print & packaging space
+ Act as a true collaborator and culture builder of a quickly growing design studio.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
+ Minimum of 2+ years experience creating both large and small-scale print and/or packaging projects, particularly in the wine, craft, and spirits industry.
+ Expert knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign and other relevant design tools (web/digital design skills are a huge plus)
+ Advanced knowledge of print production and necessary art preparation process
+ Strong conceptual ability and able to communicate ideas and concepts
+ Self-motivated with the ability to juggle multiple projects
+ Detail oriented and able to stick to client and internal deadlines
+ Extremely meticulous with design details, materials and print production quality
+ Positive attitude and an inspiring work ethic
+ An outstanding and well curated online portfolio
+ Passion for the wine, craft bev and spirits industry
+ Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Design or other relevant major

Bonus Points:
+ web/digital design experience
+ copywriting and storytelling skills
+ video and photo post-production experience
+ interior design or 3D design experience

Design Intern Position

Responsibilities:
+ Generate creative concepts, both independently and in team collaboration.
+ Work effectively to translate creative direction into exceptionally executed design solutions within specified timelines.
+ Facilitate communication of print production projects with M&A select print vendors.
+ Stay current on design knowledge and trends, specifically in the print & packaging space.
+ Act as a true collaborator and culture builder of a quickly growing design studio.

Required Skills and Qualifications:
+ Minimum of 1+ years experience creating designing for print, packaging and digital projects, particularly in the wine, craft, and spirits industry.
+ Strong knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign and other relevant design tools (web/digital design skills are a huge plus)
+ Knowledge of print production and necessary art preparation process
+ Strong conceptual ability
+ Self-motivated with the ability to juggle multiple projects
+ Extremely meticulous with design details, materials and print production quality
+ Positive attitude and an inspiring work ethic
+ An outstanding and well curated online portfolio

Bonus Points:
+ web/digital design experience
+ copywriting and storytelling skills
+ video and photo post-production experience

To apply, please submit your resume along with a well curated portfolio (Required) including art & design examples for consideration to this email address. Bonus points for letting us know about your favorite craft beverage or industry related experience!