Packaging Probe is run entirely on spare time. These days, not many people have much spare time, but with a combination of spare time and passion, many things can be done!
Packaging Probe is looking for a few good people to help us out in the following capacities:
- Package Design Advisor
- Manufacturer Advisor
- Consumer Advisor
- Lead Packaging Probers (for the following regions: Mid US)
Package Design Advisor
Profile:
- You offer constructive opinions on product packaging.
- You are interested in getting new contracts for you and your firm.
- You are interested in sustainable design.
What you will be doing: contributing to discussion in the Packaging Probe Blog to improve products.
Time commitment: As much or little time as you have. Most likely half an hour a week.
Manufacturer Advisor
Profile:
- You work for a manufacturer that has packaged products
- You are interested and open to listening to what your consumers want and improving your product based on
feedback received.
What you will be doing: contributing to discussion in the Packaging Probe Blog in reference to manufacturer needs.
Time commitment: As much or little time as you have. Most likely half an hour a week.
Consumer Advisor
Profile:
- You buy things
- You are concerned as to what effects all that packaging will have on you
- You are concerned with global warming and the environment and want to do something about it
- You care about improving the products that you like and are happy to have an impact.
What you will be doing: communicating in the Packaging Probe Blog as to your needs as a consumer. Taking photos of product packaging and sending them in.
Time commitment: As much or little time as you have. Most likely half an hour a week.
Lead Packaging Probers
Profile:
- Several years of work in consumer packaged goods: knowledge of major retail outlets, supply chain policies, packaging considerations
- Strong interest in the environment
- Web savviness
- Strong communication skills
- Knowledge about waste management (i.e. recycling programs, landfills) in region a bonus
What you will be doing: Moderating and provoking discussion in the blog. Playing the devil's advocate. Posting up new products to be discussed. Recruiting friends and family and colleagues to contribute.S
Time commitment: Variable. Averaging an hour a week. You get as much as you put into it!
