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Packaging Design Master

A comprehensive packaging design course that goes far beyond simply learning what a dieline is. We take you through our entire client process from what kind of questions to ask during a discovery call, pricing your services, sourcing and designing packaging, working with printers and SO much more. Plus you’ll gain lifetime access to our community of packaging design students (and me!) where you can quickly get your questions answered any time.

LET ME INTRODUCE YOU TO…

Does this sound like you?

Pinning all the packaging design inspo, but being too afraid to take on that kind of project yourself

Dreaming about the day your designs could be in retail shops and boutiques

Sweating at the idea of learning all the legal information required on packaging designs

Low-key terrified of screwing up packaging projects and upsetting your clients

I was like you, too!

 I’m Lauren! Owner of Elby Creative, a brand + packaging design studio. I am also the Packaging Design lecturer at the University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee. My greatest passion is watching other designers have ah-ha moments and succeed in business.

The first day at my real-world design job I was tasked to design packaging for a national retail brand. I was practically shaking in my desk chair! Three years later I was breezing through my agency packaging projects day in and day out with ease, and I want you to experience that same feeling. I’ve compiled my years of experience and knowledge into this course for you to easily digest and implement. 

Meet your teacher, lauren

“One of the most valuable design resources I’ve invested in!”

“Lauren is a fantastic teacher- she shares knowledge from the basic principles of print-design through to more complex packaging requirements ands no stone unturned when it comes to giving her students confidence. 

Having completed the course, I now feel a lot more confident in marketing myself towards product-based businesses. Having knowledge to refer to (and a network of designers!) reassures me that no matter how complicated a job may initially appear, I’m best equipped to create the best work for my client.”

-  Laura of Obscurio

"I feel so much more confident in designing packaging"

Before taking this course, I had always just bootstrapped my knowledge of packaging design and felt like such an amateur.

Now, I feel like I have an actual system and the knowledge of what needs to be considered in the entire packaging process--not to mention a ton of resources for any questions I do have. I feel so much more confident in designing packaging for my clients that is not just cute, but well done!

-  Laura of Dotted Design

This course will cover...

PROJECT WRAP-UP

Setting up Final Art
File Structure
Proofs + Printer Coordination

SUPPLIERS & PRINTERS

Packaging Suppliers
Packaging Printers

LEGAL INFORMATION

General Requirements
Food
Cosmetics
Icons/Badges
Barcodes

DESIGNING PACKAGING

Choosing Packaging
Designing First Steps
File Setup
Spot Colors + Finishes
Digital Mockups
Physical Mockups

RESEARCH AND PREP

Consumer Buying Habits
Differentiation
Choosing Packaging
Art Direction

PACKAGING ESSENTIALS

Vocabulary
Printing Techniques
Materials, Techniques and Packaging Types
Color

SALES + PRICING

Sales Calls
Value Based Pricing
Notion Client Onboarding

PACKAGING STRATEGY

Branding with Packaging
Retail Research
Competitor Studies
Audience Analysis
Pre-strategy Workshop
Strategy Workshops

Course investment

TWO PAYMENTS OF

$325

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SINGLE PAYMENT OF

$649

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*At Elby Creative we believe in fair pricing and ethical access to education. That means you’re not paying more by splitting your payment into monthly installments, you’ll have lifetime access of the course, and free access to any course updates.

Guest expert trainings

pre-recorded and INSTANTLY VIEWABLE

MATERIALS for packaging

Charging $10k+

Sustainable packaging

Brand strategy

Pinterest marketing

Carli Anna

Neenah Paper

Little Fox Design

Quill and Co.

Emmy de Leon

Extra course bonuses

Students will receive a free print sample kit containing samples from some of my favorite printers and suppliers. Confidently recommend specific materials and brands to your clients based on your samples!
*US & Canada only

Simply plug in your designs and information into our template to bring your ideas to life and get your clients singing your praises. $59 value included FREE with the course!

Organize your process in a new and cutting-edge way with our Notion Portal. Have a private Notion board to overview your entire project plus a client portal for seamless project flow. This resource isn’t available ANYWHERE else.

PRINT SAMPLE KIT

PACKAGING DESIGN PRESENTATION TEMPLATE

NOTION CLIENT PORTAL & PROJECT ORGANIZATION

CLIENT WORK FROM PDM STUDENTS!

1. OBSCURIO 2. ASTERIA 3. DOTTED DESIGNS 4. OBSCURIO 5. SARA GISABELLA

WHAT IF I’VE NEVER DESIGNED PACKAGING BEFORE? OR WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE DESIGNED PACKAGING FOR SOME OF MY CLIENTS?

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE?

How long will I have access to the course?

I’M NERVOUS TO INVEST IN ONLINE EDUCATION. DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS?

Frequently asked questions

WHAT IF I’VE NEVER DESIGNED PACKAGING BEFORE? OR WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE DESIGNED PACKAGING FOR SOME OF MY CLIENTS?

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE?

How long will I have access to the course?

I’M NERVOUS TO INVEST IN ONLINE EDUCATION. DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS?

Frequently asked questions

Forever & ever, baby!

WHAT IF I’VE NEVER DESIGNED PACKAGING BEFORE? OR WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE DESIGNED PACKAGING FOR SOME OF MY CLIENTS?

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE?

How long will I have access to the course?

I’M NERVOUS TO INVEST IN ONLINE EDUCATION. DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS?

Frequently asked questions

The course content is approximately 8 hours of video. We recommend spreading out the information over the course of a few weeks to soak it in and start to implement.

WHAT IF I’VE NEVER DESIGNED PACKAGING BEFORE? OR WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE DESIGNED PACKAGING FOR SOME OF MY CLIENTS?

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE?

How long will I have access to the course?

I’M NERVOUS TO INVEST IN ONLINE EDUCATION. DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS?

Frequently asked questions

Whether you’re a total newbie or a seasoned designer, this course has something for you! We walk you through everything step by step so you’ll never feel confused or behind. And for packaging amateurs, you’ll gain valuable insight into our process and pricing that will streamline and add value to your projects.

WHAT IF I’VE NEVER DESIGNED PACKAGING BEFORE? OR WHAT IF I ALREADY HAVE DESIGNED PACKAGING FOR SOME OF MY CLIENTS?

HOW LONG WILL IT TAKE TO COMPLETE THE COURSE?

How long will I have access to the course?

I’M NERVOUS TO INVEST IN ONLINE EDUCATION. DO YOU OFFER REFUNDS?

Frequently asked questions

Due to the nature of digital products, we do not offer refunds. However, we do offer payment plans to make the investment easier on your wallet and mind. Plus you’ll have lifetime access to our community where you can get any question under the sun answered.

Say goodbye to self doubt + say hello to taking on your dream clients with confidence!

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TWO PAYMENTS OF

$325

Enroll

SINGLE PAYMENT OF

$649

Enroll

*At Elby Creative we believe in fair pricing and ethical access to education. That means you’re not paying more by splitting your payment into monthly installments, you’ll have lifetime access of the course, and free access to any course updates.