CONNECTING BRAND BUILDERS WITH THE WORLD’S BEST DESIGN AGENCIES.
What is DIELINE COLLECTIVE?
Curated Personally by Andrew Gibbs, Founder of DIELINE and Co-Founder of PlasticFree.com
For over 20 years, Andrew Gibbs has been at the center of the global packaging design community: founding DIELINE, building the DIELINE Awards, teaching package design and sustainable packaging at ArtCenter College of Design, and co-founding PlasticFree.com.
DIELINE COLLECTIVE is the result of that network.
Unlike traditional directories or pay-to-play platforms, DIELINE COLLECTIVE is composed exclusively of agencies that have won a DIELINE Award within the last two years. Every firm included has demonstrated excellence in packaging and brand design through independent jury evaluation.
When you submit a project, Andrew and his team personally reviews your needs and connects you with agencies that align with your goals, category, and sustainability priorities. Whether you are an emerging sustainable brand or an established company reimagining your packaging, you are introduced to proven design leaders.
No guesswork. No noise. No paid placements.
DIELINE COLLECTIVE is not a list. It is a curated network of recent award-winning agencies backed by 20 years of packaging expertise.
For Brands and Brand Builders:
Find the Right Agency, Backed by Proven Excellence.
Whether you’re launching your first product, scaling a fast-growing startup, or leading innovation at a global brand, packaging is critical, and finding the right design partner can be overwhelming.
Through DIELINE COLLECTIVE, your project is personally reviewed by Andrew Gibbs and his team and matched with agencies that have won a DIELINE Award within the past two years.
These are not pay-to-play listings. They are award-winning agencies selected through independent jury evaluation. Every introduction is curated based on your category, sustainability goals, budget range, and creative needs.
With over 20 years at the center of the global packaging community, Andrew + DIELINE Collective bring:
- The network behind the DIELINE Awards
- Direct relationships with leading design studios
- Deep expertise in sustainable packaging
- A proven track record connecting brands with the right creative partners
You’re not browsing a list. You’re receiving a curated introduction to agencies that have already demonstrated excellence.
Submit your project and we will connect you with design leaders who can bring your vision to life: strategically, creatively, and responsibly.
How it Works
Simple. Selective. Personal.
- Submit an RFP → Complete a short form with your project details, including budget, category, and timeline.
- Personal Curation → Andrew Gibbs personally reviews your project and identifies the best-fit agencies from the COLLECTIVE.
- Agency Proposals → Up to three agencies are introduced and respond directly.
- Choose Your Partner → You select the agency that’s right for you, and your project begins.
Every project. Personally matched.
For Agencies
Become Part of DIELINE COLLECTIVE
DIELINE COLLECTIVE is composed exclusively of agencies that have won a DIELINE Award within the past two years.
There is no application process.
There are no membership fees.
There is no pay-to-play.
Inclusion in DIELINE COLLECTIVE is earned through independent jury recognition.
If you want to be considered for the COLLECTIVE, the path is clear:
Winning agencies become eligible for curated introductions to brands seeking proven design leadership in packaging and brand development.
DIELINE COLLECTIVE connects brands with agencies that have demonstrated excellence, strategic thinking, and creative execution at the highest level.
FAQ
Questions? We’ve Got Answers.
How is DIELINE COLLECTIVE different from other services or directories?
DIELINE COLLECTIVE includes agencies that have won a DIELINE Award within the past two years.
These firms have been recognized by an independent jury for excellence in packaging and brand design across categories. They represent a range of scales and specialties, from globally established studios to emerging leaders pushing innovation forward.
What they share is proven creative excellence, strategic thinking, and demonstrated impact through award-winning work.
Agencies in the COLLECTIVE are selected based on merit by the design industry through DIELINE Awards, and represent the highest standard of packaging and brand design recognized by DIELINE.
What does it cost to submit a project?
Submitting an RFP is free. Andrew personally reviews your project and matches you with up to three agencies. Agencies don’t pay a referral commission if they win the work.
What types of agencies are in the Collective?
Agencies are selected for design excellence, recognition in the DIELINE Awards, and Andrew’s personal knowledge of their reputation and craft. Members include global leaders in packaging and branding with deep expertise in creativity, sustainability, and innovation.
I don’t have a big budget — can I still submit?
Yes. Projects of all sizes are considered. The RFP form helps determine budget ranges so you’re connected with agencies aligned to your goals, from emerging startups to global brands.
Can you help me find sustainable packaging partners?
Yes. DIELINE COLLECTIVE includes agencies that have won DIELINE Awards in sustainable and plastic-free packaging categories. These firms have been recognized by an independent jury for advancing material innovation, circular design thinking, and responsible brand development.
If sustainability is central to your project, you will be matched with award-winning agencies that have demonstrated real-world expertise in sustainable packaging systems, alternative materials, and environmentally conscious brand strategy.
This is not theoretical sustainability. It is jury-recognized work that has already set the benchmark within the industry.
How many agencies will I be connected with?
Typically up to three. Enough to give you real choice, but curated so you’re not overwhelmed by options.
What happens after I’m matched?
Agencies respond directly with proposals tailored to your brief. You choose the partner that feels right, and your project begins.
Is there a cost for the Agencies in the COLLECTIVE?
No.
There are no membership fees, listing fees, referral fees, or backend commission arrangements.
Agencies cannot apply or purchase inclusion. Eligibility for DIELINE COLLECTIVE is earned exclusively through winning a DIELINE Award within the past two years.
Our goal is not to monetize introductions. It is to support your project by connecting you with proven industry experts who have demonstrated excellence through award-winning work.
DIELINE COLLECTIVE exists to elevate and support the winners of the DIELINE Awards and their meaningful contributions to the field of packaging and brand design, while helping brands find the right creative partners with confidence.
Every project. Personally matched.
DIELINE COLLECTIVE PROJECT REQUEST FORM
Start With Clarity. We’ll Handle the Match.
DIELINE COLLECTIVE connects brands with recent DIELINE Award-winning agencies. This form is for brands actively seeking a design partner and ready to begin conversations.
If you are in early exploration mode, please return when you are prepared to move forward within the next 90 days.
