Average Artworker salary in Manchester

An established organisation based in Manchester city centre is looking to recruit a Junior Artworker for its in-house studio team.On a day-to-day basis your role will involve creating artwork for a whole host of packaging ranges. Projects will involve applying correct pack copy to designs, generating barcode labels, preparing artwork ready files for print, creating cutter guides and ensuring all files are organised & stored correctly.Previous packaging experience is essential to fulfil this role. It would suit someone who has come from a fast-paced FMCG background. Other projects will include catalogue and promotional material.You will be working across a variety of brands on a whole range of different packaging projects. This company covers a big mixture of sectors including gardening, household, automotive, DIY, stationery, cosmetics and sports aids.This is a fast-paced environment, so excellent attention to detail and a the ability to hit deadlines is key. You will need to have a high level of skill using Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign, along with a sound knowledge of artworking.You will also be adhering to brand guidelines and you will need experience of producing cutter guides, creating mock-ups and manipulating images.This is a great opportunity to join a friendly company that has a real family feel to it. Fantastic location in the NQ and a great building with original features!Please apply with your CV and work samples.

Packaging Repro Artworker Location: Manchester- Hybrid working available 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 Manchester. Creating packaging artwork following brand guidelines and/or design requirementsDeveloping artwork in line with print production constraintsEnsuring artwork is print readyRetouchingWorking across a range of both creative and technical projectsTo ensure all files are complete and ready for printing according to printer specification Requirements: Experience creating print packaging artworkExperience flexo retouching - highly desirable but not essentialAdobe Creative Suite skills specifically IllustratorKnowledge of artwork, pre-press and repro procedures Experience of the print industry and processes i.e., flexo and/or lithoProven 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 / retouch / retoucher

Import Merchandiser South Manchester Licensed Products Early finish every Friday My Client is a leading supplier of apparel to the leading high street and supermarket and online retailers, working with factories in Turkey, China, India and Bangladesh. A permanent position has arisen for an Import Merchandiser at their busy head office in South Manchester. Duties of the job will include the following: Responsible for merchandising orders through from artwork stage to bulk production & final approvalInput into Cad designs at an early stage, working alongside our Design & Sales TeamsFocus on Buying Samples, submissions/approval with retail buyersSending of Design Artwork Packs to overseas factoriesFactory contracting, checking all styling and product details are correctRetail Purchase Orders, ensuring these are correct before processingReceiving pre-production strike offs/samples/lab dips etc from oversea factories and arranging submissions/approvals with both the buyer/customer and the licensorChecking print positions/templatesMaintaining internal & retail critical paths ensuring all orders are on timeManaging any shipment delays with the factory and customerWorking on internal product development systems, production schedules, retailer systems/platforms & licensor approval websites About you: Import Merchandising experienceConfident and clear communication skills, both verbal and written, with manufacturers, retailers and within the office environmentSomeone who is well organised and flexible, with a logical and analytical mind, and excellent administration skillsSomeone who works well under pressure, with the ability to prioritise work and meet deadlinesFull driving license is essentialMicrosoft Outlook, Office, Word, Excel computer skills are required Apply online or for further information contact one of our specialist consultants quoting reference number: NJR14964