Creative Associate Project Manager, Packaging (6-month contract)

Company Description

Cricut® makes smart cutting machines that work with an easy-to-use app, an ever-growing collection of materials, and crafting essentials to help you design and personalize almost anything — custom cards, unique apparel, everyday items, and so much more.

We believe everyone is born creative. We’re a diverse tapestry of thinkers, dreamers, givers, DIYers, handi-workers, artisans, and forever and always architects of things.

At Cricut, we place the power of handmade into the hands of all. We give you beautiful, easy-to-master tools so you can make something unique, remarkable, perfect. We surround you with ideas, community, inspiration, and encouragement to take your creativity further than you ever imagined. And as a community, we celebrate the exhilarating act of making every single day.

So, make that handcrafted card that feels like a hug. Design a shirt for fun, for family, or for a full-blown business. Craft with a passion or for a purpose. Make something big and bold, itsy-bitsy, amazingly ambitious, or just plain silly. Whatever you make, just make your heart out. Because here’s the remarkable truth: When we all make together, we make all things possible.

Let’s make.

Job Description

The Cricut Creative Department is a multi-faceted team of dreamers and doers who bring the Cricut brand to life through exceptional creative content. This in-house team turns business strategy into visual reality with best-in-class, forward-thinking solutions that consider the full scope of consumer touchpoints. The team is comprised of four key areas: Design, Copy, Project Design, and Operations. Together, their work helps people lead creative lives.

The Creative Department’s Operations Team is a highly-collaborative group of project managers who shepherd creative requests from inception to launch and beyond. This team ensures Marketing requests are considered fully integrated across all consumer touchpoints, with all relevant information ready to be briefed to the respective Creative teams. They own all processes and workflows and are accountable for scoping work, building timelines, facilitating meetings, and more – all in support of enabling the Creative team to produce their best work.

We are looking for a highly organized, detail-oriented Associate Project Manager, Packaging to oversee the full lifecycle of packaging development for our machines, consumables, and tools across global markets. In this role, you'll manage multiple packaging projects from concept through production—ensuring timelines are met, cross-functional teams are aligned, and every piece of packaging collateral is accurate and on-brand.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience managing packaging projects and proofreading packaging content. You are a proactive communicator, a meticulous proofreader, and thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end project lifecycle for packaging initiatives across machines, consumables, and tools

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams — including Global Product Management, Creative, Marketing, Legal, Compliance, and Sourcing — to ensure all packaging meets project timelines and quality standards

• Create and maintain detailed project schedules, track deliverables, and proactively identify and resolve roadblocks

• Oversee the review and approval process of packaging artwork, dielines, and content

• Proofread all packaging collateral (copy, regulatory information, translations, etc.) to ensure accuracy, brand consistency, and compliance with global requirements

• Partner with Sourcing team to ensure on-time delivery against vendor and supplier timelines related to packaging production

• Assist in the documentation and optimization of packaging processes and standards

Qualifications

• 3+ years of project management experience specifically in packaging, preferably for consumer products or electronics

• Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Packaging Engineering, Communications, or related field

• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines

• Familiarity with packaging production processes, materials, and file formats

• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Airtable)

• Experience working externally with packaging suppliers and manufacturers

• Experience working internally with cross-functional and international teams

• Knowledge of regulatory labeling standards for international markets

• Strong proofreading and editorial skills, with keen attention to grammar, punctuation, consistency, and regulatory compliance

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated

Additional Information

We’ve got you covered
At Cricut, we take care of our people. You'll also get exclusive employee discounts—and best of all, you’ll be surrounded by some of the most talented and creative individuals out there.

A Quick Note Before You Apply…

Cricut is in a powerful chapter of transformation. We’re evolving fast—refining our strategy, growing our teams, and raising the bar across the board. This is an incredible opportunity for the right kind of person—but it’s not for everyone.

We’re looking for A players—people who don’t just meet expectations, but consistently exceed them. If you thrive in dynamic environments and find joy in turning challenges into momentum, keep reading.

Here’s what makes someone a great fit for this role (and for this moment at Cricut):
You have a bias for urgency.
You don’t wait for perfect clarity to take action—you start, learn, and adjust. You believe that speed matters, especially when paired with thoughtfulness. You ask: “What can move forward today?” and push past inertia.

You set high standards—especially for yourself.
You’re proud of your work and protective of your reputation. You take ownership, deliver quality, and don’t cut corners. You hold yourself accountable without waiting to be asked.

You stay focused when things are moving fast.
You can identify what really matters and don’t get distracted by noise. You prioritize well, and manage your time wisely.

You collaborate like a pro.
You elevate the people around you, communicate clearly, and give thoughtful feedback. You’re low ego, high output—and your team loves working with you.

One More Thing (It’s a Big One):
This role is in-office at least 3–4 days per week.
We believe that real collaboration, innovation, and culture are built face-to-face. If you’re energized by working alongside smart, kind, creative people—and enjoy those unplanned hallway conversations that spark great ideas—you’ll love it here.

If you’re looking for a fully remote role, this likely isn’t the right time or place. But if you’re excited by challenge, purpose, and building something better, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s make something amazing—together.

What to Do Next: Please attach your resume, cover letter and/or include links to your portfolio or other social presence. If you want to show your super powers in other ways – include that information too. You can be sure that Cricut® is an employer who values individuality, equality and diversity, so tell us what you’re all about. If you are a Maker or a DIY enthusiast, whether you think you are a good one or not, we would love to hear about it when you send us your information.

Cricut® is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. This position is contingent on successfully completing a Criminal Background Check upon hire. Cricut participates in E-Verify.