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Packaging Repro Artworker / Production Artist Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 3 days office, 2 home) Salary: DOE Company: A leading packaging and branding agency. Role: An excellent opportunity has arisen for a packaging repro artworker to join a well-established company in Leeds. As a Packaging Repro Artworker, you will produce accurate, high-quality, production-ready artwork across print and digital channels. This isn't just about pushing pixels; it s about using automated workflows and templates to ensure technical precision at pace. Producing production-ready artwork files for print and digital channels Using automated systems to deliver high-volume artwork efficiently Supporting the maintenance of active brand system documents and asset libraries Performing quality control checks to ensure all deliverables meet technical specifications Collaborating across the studio to ensure assets move smoothly through the process Helping refine automated processes to improve studio throughput Maintaining consistent file quality across various packaging formats and ranges Work closely with the teams to understand artwork requirements, ensuring high quality outputs that meet brand and regulatory standards Requirements: We re looking for someone who knows their stuff when it comes to print. You ll have a deep, technical understanding of the entire journey from trapping and colour separations to managing ink coverage and minimum dots. Beyond the technical, you ll need to be self-motivated with a genuine passion for what you do. We value clear, straightforward communication and the drive to keep pushing forward. If you re industrious, curious, and ready to earn trust every day, you ll fit right in. Two to five plus years in packaging artwork production and reprographics environments Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud, specifically Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop A deep technical understanding of print and pre-press processes, including trapping, colour separations, ink coverage and colour management Experience working with studio automation tools, batch processing, templating systems and workflow automation Strong attention to detail and a quality-oriented mindset The ability to follow briefs and meet deadlines in high-volume production environments A solid understanding of brand guidelines, packaging compliance requirements and current print industry best practices Collaborative team player with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; artwork / artworker / repro / repro artworker / Mac operator / packaging / print / branding / illustrator / Adobe CS / design / designer / packaging artwork / packaging artworker / retouch / retoucher / production artist / studio artist / production specialist / production automation specialist / packaging repro artworker

Packaging Artworker Location: Purley Salary: DOE Company: A leading packaging and branding agency. Role: An excellent opportunity has arisen for a packaging artworker to join a well-established company, predominately working on food and beverage packaging. Creating packaging artwork following brand guidelines and/or design requirements Developing artwork in line with print production constraints Preparing accurate packaging artwork from approved designs and briefs Working on predominately food and packaging accounts Working across a range of both creative and technical projects To ensure all files are complete and ready for printing according to printer specification Requirements: Experience creating packaging artwork Previous food and beverage packaging experience Adobe Creative Suite skills specifically Illustrator Knowledge of artwork, pre-press and repro procedures Experience of the print industry and processes i.e., flexo Proven experience of artwork creation and manipulation to a high standard Excellent written and verbal communication skills Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; artwork / artworker / creative artwork / repro / repro artworker / Mac operator / packaging / print / branding / illustrator / Adobe CS / design / designer / packaging artwork / packaging creative artworker

Creative Artworker Location: Berkhamsted Salary: DOE Role: Contribute to the overall performance of the Artworking and Digital team through the delivery of high quality, accurate artwork for a wide range of print and digital based projects. Demonstrate a good understanding of the technical aspects of Artworking and Digital file build production ensuring all client requirements are met. Generate error free artwork, in accordance with the relevant brand guidelines (following the departmental process). Ensure all job data is filed in the correct place and follows correct naming conventions for relevant departments. Ensure all completed artworks and digital files are sent to QC for checking before being released. Accurately record all time entries for production work undertaken onto the company timesheet system. Provide alternative solutions when a client brief is not working, or falls outside of brand guidelines. Manage and maintain the department's master icon / image library. Ensure artwork consistency within projects by using the correct profiles for CMYK and RGB during print and digital crossover. Create physical mock-ups of any artwork where necessary (following the departmental process). Provide location and product visuals when requested in order to demonstrate artwork in position. Support the team and account managers with technical knowledge and options regarding the possible print and digital file formats available. Remain professional and productive when work pressures are high and deadlines are imminent. Help promote a quality culture, and performance improvement, throughout the business. Liaise with Project Managers and Quality Control in a professional manner when discussion is required to clarify job details. Maintain, and where possible improve, the efficiency of the department. Requirements: Experience as a packaging artworker with a creative mindset Experience with design roll out Excellent FMCG packaging experience Previous food and beverage packaging experience Adobe Creative Suite skills specifically Illustrator Expert knowledge of packaging artwork and associated printing Ensure the service and delivery we provide to our clients is best in class Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; artwork / artworker / creative artwork / repro / repro artworker / Mac operator / packaging / print / branding / illustrator / Adobe CS / design / designer / packaging artwork / packaging creative artworker / graphic artworker / packaging designer

About the Role Are you a creative individual with a passion for design, sustainability and hands-on work? Whether you're an experienced packaging designer looking for a flexible part-time role or a junior with a keen eye for design who wants to gain practical experience in the packaging industry, we'd love to hear from you. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, innovative environment alongside experienced designers, creating packaging solutions for some of the world's biggest retailers and licensed brands. About Us We are a dynamic company at the forefront of sustainable packaging, partnering with major retailers and global brands to create environmentally responsible solutions. Our mission is to eliminate single-use plastics by developing stylish, sustainable packaging made from paper and cardboard. Join us and help shape the future of retail packaging. The Role As part of our design team, you will: Design and develop paper and cardboard packaging using Adobe Illustrator (or similar software). Create physical prototypes and mock-ups, bringing concepts to life from design through to production. Adapt designs to meet retailer and brand guidelines. Develop an understanding of print processes, dielines and sustainable materials. Collaborate with design, production and commercial teams to ensure packaging is functional, commercially viable and creatively engaging. Research and explore new sustainable packaging solutions and innovative materials. Communicate confidently with clients and overseas suppliers via email, ensuring projects progress smoothly and professionally. Assist with general administration and project coordination where required. Who We're Looking For We're open to candidates at different stages of their career. Experienced Candidate This role would suit someone with experience in the retail or packaging industry who is looking for a flexible part-time opportunity while continuing to contribute their knowledge and creativity. Junior Candidate Equally, we'd welcome a junior applicant with a genuine interest in design, a keen eye for detail and a desire to gain hands-on experience within the packaging industry. Ideally you'll have: Good administration, organisational and communication skills. Confidence communicating professionally with clients and suppliers by email. A passion for design, sustainability and creative problem-solving. Natural ability or interest in crafting, model making or working with paper and card. Experience with Adobe Illustrator or CorelDRAW is beneficial but not essential if you're willing to learn. Excellent attention to detail, typography and brand consistency. The ability to work in a fast-paced commercial environment and manage multiple projects. Why Join Us? Gain valuable hands-on experience designing sustainable packaging for major global brands. Play a meaningful role in reducing single-use plastics through innovative design. Be part of a friendly and collaborative team that values creativity and fresh ideas. Receive ongoing training and career development opportunities. Enjoy flexible working arrangements with full-time, part-time and hybrid options considered. Competitive salary with scope for future permanent employment.

Senior Adaptive Designer - Packaging Location: Berkhamsted - 3 days office, 2 home Salary: DOE Company: Our client is at the forefront of creativity to transform brands and connect with consumers in meaningful ways. As part of their team, you will have the opportunity to lead high-profile projects, influence the future of packaging design, and work alongside a talented group of designers, creative adaptive artworkers and client service professionals. This role combines the soul of a designer with the brain of an artworker - taking creative intent and rolling it out across multiple packaging types and print processes. The Senior Adaptive Designer ensures consistency, accuracy, and commercial awareness while creating the foundations that allow the wider team to deliver design intent at scale. The role also involves mentoring others, supporting the Delivery Manager & Design Director, and driving efficiency improvements across adaptive workflows. Create the foundations of adaptive rollout so the wider team can implement design intent effectively Demonstrate strong understanding of brands, client expectations, and commercial realities Lead on range reviews, guidelines, and cheat sheets to establish clear adaptive standards Challenge briefs constructively and propose adaptive solutions where needed Take design intent and adapt it across multiple pack formats, ranges, and print processes Ensure consistency, attention to detail and accuracy across all adaptive outputs Assist with design and brand queries, providing clear solutions and alternative when required Prepare client presentation decks where required Roll out brand changes and update guidelines to reflect new requirements Take the lead on adaptive functions, providing support to the wider team and clients Support and mentor team members to build technical and adaptive capability Work closely with the Design Director to align adaptive delivery with creative vision Stay current with packaging, print processes, and adaptive best practices Be an active team player and contribute to team meeting discussions to help inspire the design team Requirements Proven experience in adaptive design/artwork within packaging and branding Strong knowledge of packaging formats, print processes, and technical production requirements Ability to take design intent and adapt it consistently across multiple SKUs and Formats Ensure high standards of typography and visualisation Experience producing and maintaining brand guidelines, range reviews, and cheat sheets Strong commercial awareness, balancing creativity with efficiency Excellent problem-solving skills, able to challenge briefs and propose workable alternatives Confident in preparing client-facing presentation decks when needed Strong communicator, able to inspire and explain adaptive rationale to clients and colleagues Experience in mentoring and supporting other team members Organised, deadline-focused, and able to manage complex adaptive projects Awareness of evolving adaptive technologies, workflows, and best practices Apply: Please email your full CV details to us. All applications are strictly confidential, and your details will not be shared without your consent. Key words; artwork / artworker / packaging / print / Adobe CS / illustrator / photoshop / indesign / creative / design / designer / packaging design / print design / middleweight designer / senior designer / adaptive design / adaptive designer / senior designer / senior adaptive designer /

As an artworker, you will be experienced in design, packaging artwork, and working with styleguides. You will take ownership of the design and creative implementation process, incorporating guidelines into master artwork / templates to ensure design aspiration works across all pack formats. To ensure the artwork team can use your design adaption files to replicate the styleguide requirements efficiently and without requiring additional design approval. To help and support the creation and management of all required master assets and to feed into the styleguide process where appropriate. You will have a good eye for design and be a good communicator. Excellent FMCG packaging experience Expert knowledge of packaging artwork and associated printing technologies. For example, from a background as a packaging/technical artworker or have print reproduction experience. Demonstrating an understanding of internal artwork procedures and standards, client artwork expectations, and the demands for executing a high turnover of artworks for a major retailer (thousands of SKU's per year). Excellent knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite Knowledge of colour separation, file set-up and supply using spot colour channels Demonstration of precision and excellent attention to detail from photography, typography and file set up to follow the client's guidelines and requirements. Experience of mentoring/line management advantageous. As well as a full CV can you please send 5 or 6 examples of work that we can present to the client, the best way to do this is on a PDF document all in a single folder no more than 5-9mb in size or if you have an online portfolio then that's fine. Full job spec provided prior to interview. Please make sure that your full address and details are included in your application for this role .

Position: Packaging Artworker Location: Somerset Hours: Monday - Friday (8-hour shifts) Salary: DOE (Depending on Experience) About Us: Step into the world of creativity with a thriving international business whose toiletries grace over 50 countries worldwide! They've celebrated for crafting luxurious bath, body, and home fragrance products - from timeless classics to bold, innovative blends. Our brands include Naturally European and Aromas Artesanales de Antigua, and we proudly collaborate with global retail giants to design and produce bespoke private label ranges. At our vibrant office, you'll find a close-knit, passionate team of designers, artworkers, perfumers, sales pros, and admin experts - all driven by a love for what we do and a relentless pursuit of excellence. While they operate on a global scale, our office vibe is warm, welcoming, and buzzing with creative energy. The Role: Are you a talented, enthusiastic Packaging Artworker looking for your next big challenge? Join our award-winning in-house studio and work on exciting projects in a fast-paced, dynamic creative environment where your skills truly matter. This is your chance to shine and grow alongside a fantastic team. What We're Looking For: 1-2 years of experience crafting technical packaging artwork Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite - especially Photoshop & Illustrator Solid knowledge of print processes and colour management Impeccable file management and organisational skills A sharp eye for detail and a methodical approach A collaborative spirit who can also fly solo when needed Strong communication skills and a great sense of humour Ability to juggle multiple projects with tight deadlines like a pro Bonus skills: Experience creating die-line templates, from simple to complex Mock-up and cutting skills Familiarity with InDesign Perks & Benefits: Fun company events to foster team spirit Company pension scheme Delicious discounted (or free!) food onsite Convenient on-site parking Sick pay to keep you covered Staff discounts in our stores Competitive salary plus 20 days holiday - plus extra days off during our annual Christmas closure Ready to join a creative powerhouse where your work truly makes an impact? Don't wait - apply today! For more info, call Olivia on (phone number removed).