Rahim U.
Packaging Dieline | Print-Ready Packaging design | 3D Renders
Packaging Dieline and Designer | Helping CPG Brands Win Shelf Attention, Build Trust & Launch Production-Ready Products | Esko nerd 8+ years of packaging design experience | 124+ Upwork projects completed | 100% Job Success Score | Esko-trained Packaging Designer | Structural Packaging & Prepress Specialist I help brands create premium packaging designs that improve shelf appeal, strengthen brand trust, and support successful product launches, from initial concept development to factory-ready production files. ✓ 8+ years designing packaging, product visuals, and brand assets ✓ 134+ successful Upwork projects completed ✓ 100% Job Success Score ✓ Brands served across the US, Europe, Australia, and international markets ✓ Experience with CPG, FMCG, beauty, wellness, food, supplements, and Amazon-focused brands ✓ Packaging created for retail shelves, e-commerce launches, Amazon listings, investor presentations, and manufacturing production My work covers startups, growing CPG companies, FMCG brands, and established businesses across supplements, cosmetics, skincare, food & beverage, pet care, wellness, and retail products. I combine creative packaging design, brand strategy, and technical production expertise so your packaging not only looks exceptional but is ready for real-world manufacturing. Client Results: “Rahim delivered exceptional packaging design that elevated our product presentation and helped us create a more professional brand presence. His understanding of packaging structure, print requirements, and visual hierarchy made the entire process smooth from concept to final production files.” Sarah / BetterBone “Excellent packaging designer with strong attention to detail. Rahim created print-ready artwork, realistic 3D mockups, and production files that our manufacturer could use immediately. Great communication, fast revisions, and a strong understanding of CPG packaging.” Thomas / Two Sides Srl “His combination of creative design skills and technical packaging knowledge is rare. The final packaging helped our product stand out in a competitive market while maintaining manufacturing accuracy.” Richard / RYC Solutions What I help brands achieve: → Packaging that stands out against competitors on crowded retail shelves → Stronger brand identity and customer trust through strategic visual design → Professional product presentation for retail, e-commerce, and Amazon marketplaces → Production-ready packaging files that reduce manufacturing delays → High-quality 3D packaging renders for product launches, marketing campaigns, and investor decks → Packaging systems that create consistency across multiple SKUs and product lines My packaging design services: ✦ Structural packaging design for folding cartons, pouches, sleeves, rigid boxes, mailer boxes, labels, and custom packaging structures ✦ Complete packaging artwork layout, typography, visual hierarchy, brand consistency, and retail-ready design ✦ Photorealistic 3D packaging renders for Amazon A+ Content, e-commerce stores, product presentations, and marketing materials ✦ Label design with nutrition panels, regulatory information, barcode placement, ingredient layouts, and compliance-focused designs ✦ Packaging adaptations for offset, digital, flexographic, and commercial printing workflows Production & Prepress Expertise: As an Esko-trained packaging designer, I understand what happens after the design phase. I create packaging files prepared for real-world manufacturing, including accurate structural dielines, bleed settings, CMYK and Pantone color management, fold lines, die-cut paths, print specifications, and printer-ready artwork. My goal is simple: create packaging that looks exceptional on the shelf and moves smoothly from design approval to final production. My previous clients: Supplements & Nutraceuticals · Cosmetics & Skincare · Haircare · Food & Beverage · Pet Care · Wellness · Hardware · Amazon Brands · Retail CPG & FMCG Products Tools: Adobe Illustrator · Adobe Photoshop · Esko Studio · Adobe Dimension Packaging expertise: Structural design · Dieline development · Prepress production · Color management · Print specifications · 3D packaging · Retail packaging systems Certifications & Training: ✦ Esko Packaging & 3D Modeling Training ✦ Esko Studio Packaging Workflow Training ✦ Visual Communication Design Training ✦ Packaging Design & Prepress Production Knowledge Why clients choose me: ✓ Creative packaging design combined with manufacturing knowledge ✓ Strong understanding of CPG, FMCG, retail, and e-commerce packaging requirements ✓ Print-ready files built with production in mind ✓ Fast communication and organized workflow ✓ Experience collaborating with international clients, printers, and manufacturers ✓ Ability to manage projects from concept development to final packaging delivery Ready to create packaging that looks great and is ready for the market? Message me
Earnings and projects
Last 6 months ÷ 6
Last 6 months: $4k
Billed in all: $20,347$20k
$220 in the last 6 months
Across 21 contracts
Across 157 contracts
Earnings, last 30 days
Skill rankings: Top 12% in Adobe Illustrator
Ranked by MRR among everyone on Upwork with the skill.
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