Dr. Barbara Sturm Assistant Graphic Design Manager
About Dr. Barbara Sturm
Dr. Barbara Sturm is a premium skincare house founded by a clinician with a reputation for science-led, results-driven formulas and a minimalist aesthetic. The brand operates internationally across retail, spa and digital channels, positioning itself at the intersection of clinical efficacy and luxury presentation.
Dr. Barbara Sturm — Assistant Graphic Design Manager in London. Lead packaging, digital and production artworking for the luxury skincare house.
Role & Responsibilities
- Support the Head of Design in developing and maintaining the global visual identity across packaging, digital, print and retail touchpoints.
- Manage day-to-day delivery of artworking and production-ready files, ensuring specification, colour management and pre-press compliance for suppliers.
- Supervise and mentor junior designers and external studios, delegate tasks and review work to uphold brand standards and timelines.
- Coordinate with product development, regulatory, marketing and procurement teams to ensure packaging copy, materials and technical specifications meet legal and commercial requirements.
- Oversee project schedules, approve proofs, manage version control and escalate risks to stakeholders to maintain on-time launches.
- Contribute creative concepts and art direction for seasonal campaigns, product launches and point-of-sale materials while preserving the brand’s clinical-luxury tone.
Qualifications
- Degree or diploma in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating luxury packaging, editorial or brand work, with clear experience in beauty or FMCG preferred.
- Proven experience managing designers or small teams and coordinating external suppliers or agencies.
- Working knowledge of cosmetics packaging requirements and basic regulatory labelling considerations.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to present creative rationale to cross-functional stakeholders.
Skills
Experience
Typically 3–6 years in graphic design with at least 1–2 years in a supervisory or deputy-manager capacity; prior experience on luxury beauty or skincare packaging and global brand campaigns strongly preferred.
Education
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or equivalent professional experience.
Workplace
The role is situated in London, England, UK.
Culture
The brand blends clinical rigor with refined aesthetics, fostering a collaborative environment where design and science intersect. Teams operate with high attention to detail, a premium service mindset and a fast-paced cadence driven by frequent product and campaign launches.
About Cerulean
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