Job Description
Creative / Brand Artworker
Oldham
£32,000
Brand Artworker / Licensed - household brands / Packaging / Retail Discounts / Funded development and Training / Discretionary bonuses / Child Care Vouchers / Staff Socials
The Brand Artworker will be joining one of the industries most successful businesses, boasting household brands, the Brand Artworker will be instrumental in working across a range of projects largely focussing on packaging as well as some exhibition stands and POS. You will need a keen eye for detail and be meticulous in your approach to creative work as you will be responsible for checking artwork before it goes to print, making sure it holds up to the companies and teams high standards and the values of the brand. You will also be in charge of Art Directing Photo shoots for packaging and working with the in house Photography function to manage and produce this. IN addition to this, you will need a good level of Photoshop skills as you will be responsible for retouching imagery as needed for the packaging.
Reporting to the Head of Artwork, the Brand Artworker will:
· Construct print ready artwork on a wide range of design projects including branded packaging, corporate stationary, instruction manuals, catalogues, brochures and adverts.
· Create error-free artwork from scratch including setting up artwork files within set time frames.
· Retouch artwork images quickly and accurately using Photoshop.
· Communicate effectively with internal departments to ensure that artwork is produced in line with artwork briefs.
· Ensure all technical and print specifications are met including checking spot colours, image resolutions, text and legal requirements.
· Assist with the direction of photography shots including props, lighting and conforming to brand guidelines for all product images.
· Complete all workloads within the specified and sometimes tight time frames.
· Person Specification
· Experience of working within a commercial design department is essential.
· Excellent Mac skills and working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop).
· Ability to produce print ready artwork and have a sound knowledge of various print processes including spot colours.
· Ability to generate 3D packaging mock-ups to a competent level, both physically and digitally.
· Ability to work from artwork briefs with minimum supervision.
· Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
· Team player with a flexible approach to work during peak periods.
This is a great opportunity to join an established business who have years of experience in the industry. Offering training and development and a host of other company benefits, this will be a a great next step in your career. If you feel this sounds like an ideal role, apply with your CV and portfolio of relevant work.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Oldham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Education:
Experience:
- Graphic design: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: 36946
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