Junior Artworker

About us:

Tjarks and Tjarks has 30 years of experience in designing and producing brands that win at the retail shelf. Our clients trust us time and again, over decades, to lead them through the changing dynamics of the shopper world and to design packaging that ensures their brands are picked first. We deliver our 360 design to artwork philosophy efficiently, faithfully and accurately, across the globe. We create and produce as one seamless, joined up team of experts, all under one roof.

We're now looking for a Junior packaging artworker to join our growing team! You will have a keen interest and experience in packaging artwork and print technologies, receive on the job training, and in time you will be able to create and adapt packaging artworks to the highest standard, whilst being able to hit deadlines within a fast-paced art studio.

About the role:

• Create and adapt packaging artworks correctly, efficiently and to meet all requirements of the brief.
• Under guidance and supervision create new packaging artworks including labels, boxes, sleeves, foils, tubes, lids and outer cases for various different print processes.
• Responsible for making mock-ups as required.
• To learn and take direction about the creation of artworks for food and non-food packaging and printing processes resulting in a reduction of the level of instruction required.
• Thoroughly check all artwork before releasing it to the Project Account Manager or other internal staff.
• To make changes on already existing artworks as required. To carry out cutter checks as required.
• Under supervision prepare and print GMG proofs for client approval. Under supervision complete artwork amends.
• To display a reasonable knowledge of the Adobe suite.
• To assist other members of the artwork department as required.

About you:

• Some artwork experience - FMCG packaging experience advantageous.
• Good knowledge of the Adobe Creative Suite.
• Demonstration of precision and excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent attention to detail and works with precision.
• Demonstrates initiative, is creative and contributes ideas.
• Pragmatic approach to problem solving without cutting corners.
• Friendly, approachable, respectful and a positive team player.
• Flexible, adaptable, calm whilst working under pressure.
• Proactive, takes ownership of daily tasks with a can-do attitude.

Job Description - the job description is written at a specific time and is subject to change as the demands of the business and role develop. The role requires flexibility and adaptability and the employees of the company need to be aware that they may be asked to perform tasks and be given responsibilities not detailed on this job description.

Equal Opportunities - as a company, we adhere to and promote equal employment opportunity for all, regardless of any characteristic as protected by law.

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Application - we welcome direct applications either in response to one of our advertised vacancies or on a speculative basis. Please email your CV and covering letter to careers@tjarksandtjarks.com. Due to the volume of applicants only successful applicants will be contacted. No search firms/agencies please.