Artworker

Our client, a leading international provider of brand imaging solutions has a permanent opportunity for an Artworker based at their Manchester operation.

Summary: To create and/or amend artwork and reproduction files in accordance with the supplied customer brief and technical specifications as required.

Responsibilities: To create artwork and/or reprographic files in accordance with the provided brief, customer supply requirements and technical specifications utilising the full suite of Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop and ArtPro or any other pre-press software provided as an approved toolset. This includes:

1. 1. The evaluation of incoming files
   2. Correct naming and version control
   3. Correct and effective file management
   4. Adhering to standard operating procedures (S.O.P.s)
2. To ensure the highest standards of quality within the operation
3. To communicate any issues arising, in a prompt and professional manner
4. To prepare digital proofs as defined under the appropriate and specific manufacturing S.O.P.s
5. Perform other duties as requested by the Operational Management team.

Job Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all essential duties satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required:

• Creativity and independence
• Organisational, interpersonal and communication skills
• Good technical knowledge of relevant software; including (but not exclusive to) the use of Apple Macintosh OS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Artpro, Esko tools and Imagelinx Business Systems

Experience: Two to three years related trade experience as a minimum. Experience on one or more of the following fields are essential:

• Packaging Printing
• Flexo pre-press knowledge, particularly retouching and colour separation.
• Graphics Print Reproduction
• Digital applications for pre-press supply

TO APPLY please fill out the form below or quote PP1606AWK and email your full CV details to us. All personal information is held in the strictest onfidence and will not be shared with any organisation without your express permission and consent