Jan. 11, 2026

The Real Process Behind High-Impact Design for Startups

The Real Process Behind High-Impact Design for Startups
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What does it really take to design packaging that connects, converts, and stands out... especially for a scrappy startup?In this episode of Packaging Unboxd, Evelio Mattos sits down with Monika Cascone, the designer behind the hilariously effective Anything Butt packaging. Learn more about Monika Cascone: https://www.monikacascone.comFrom working with tight budgets to building bold packaging strategies for taboo products, Monika shares the full behind-the-scenes process every young designer needs to hear.If you’re just starting your career in packaging or trying to figure out how to land your first freelance client, this episode is a blueprint. We cover what schools don’t teach you: managing clients, structuring your process, presenting multiple concepts, and staying flexible without compromising your creative value.Need to order custom retail packaging?Work with Evelio: https://idpdirect.com