'We've baked sustainability into our creative process': a day in the life of packaging designer Dane Whitehurst

Dane Whitehurst
(Image credit: Dane Whitehurst)

Dane Whitehurst is creative director at Burgopak, an innovative brand building practical packaging solutions with a sustainable focus. Throughout his career as a packaging designer, Dane has worked with huge industry names like Google, Samsung, Unilever, Sony, Chase and HSBC and now focuses on leading his like-minded team on a mission to enact positive environmental change through pioneering packaging design.

Dane has received multiple awards for his design work and has been featured in a host of galleries including the MoMA, NY and The Design Museum, London. As part of our Day in the Life series, I caught up with Dane to discuss the world of cardboard engineering and what the packaging industry needs to improve for a greener future.

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Natalie is Creative Bloq's staff writer. With an eye for trending topics and a passion for internet culture, she brings you the latest in art and design news. A recent English Literature graduate, Natalie enjoys covering the lighter side of the news and brings a fresh and fun take to her articles. Outside of work (if she’s not glued to her phone), she loves all things music and enjoys singing sweet folky tunes.

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