Pre-Press Mac Operator & Account Lead in Birmingham

Pre-Press Mac Operator & Account Lead in Birmingham

Birmingham Full-Time 40000 - 42500 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
C3 Midlands

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Create stunning print designs and manage client accounts in a dynamic team.
  • Company: Join a growing design and print production company with a stellar reputation.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary, friendly work environment, and opportunities for growth.
  • Other info: Enjoy a stable job with exciting projects and a supportive team.
  • Why this job: Be part of an innovative team and make your mark in the print industry.
  • Qualifications: Experience in design software and excellent communication skills are essential.

The predicted salary is between 40000 - 42500 £ per year.

Join Our Team at C3 Midlands – Vacancies

We have an excellent reputation within the print industry and are always looking for highly motivated and determined individuals to join our successful team who have made us who we are. We are currently seeking candidates for the following positions:

  • New Business Junior Sales Executive

The position is a long‑term commitment and will provide the successful applicant with an unlimited opportunity to develop and expand their own ambitions within the company.

Job Description

Reporting directly to the New Business Development Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for targeting new business, coordinating and arranging client meetings that they will co‑present at and potentially be managing new accounts. The candidate must have an aptitude and hunger for offering and winning a wide range of new business in Point‑of‑Sale, Exhibition and Digital Printing products and services. These products range from concept, design, consultancy, project management, production and installation and will be sold to new and possibly existing clients achieving a pre‑agreed sales target after the probation period; our clients are predominantly within the retail and exhibition markets. We will offer an amount of product and service training but the successful candidate’s desire to achieve will be the predominant factor for success.

Personal Specification

You should have a natural flair for new business development and possess excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills which are essential. You will demonstrate the ability to work under your own initiative as well as part of a team and under pressure to deliver within given timescales.

Salary

The actual salary and package offering will be wholly dependent on the potential of the successful candidate but based on our industry expectations.

Vacancy Details for Pre‑Press Mac Operator/Account Handler

This is a fantastic new opportunity for the ideal candidate to join a growing design and large format digital print production company servicing mainly blue‑chip end users. The experienced candidate we’re looking for will have at least three to four years industry experience conducive to the role and a fantastic communicator both with clients and colleagues.

Predominantly this position requires standard hours during Monday to Friday; you occasionally may be required to work overtime during the week and the occasional weekend dependent on current workload.

As Pre‑Press Mac Operator/Account Handler, you will:

  • Be excellently skilled and be fully literate in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and other Mac‑based software to perform all artworking requirements and conversant standard PC based office software.
  • Ideally be conversant in 3D software for CAD engineering to create FSDUs, CDUs, etc.
  • Ensure all artwork adheres to the job detail and brief, colour matches and client brand guidelines.
  • Offer creative input into our own marketing requirements and undertake occasional creative design briefs for clients.
  • Work proficiently as an integral part of a busy, friendly production team.
  • Upkeep operational systems and software and ideally have a working understanding of networking to act as a liaison between the business and our external IT suppliers.
  • Operate small format and large format digital printers to produce a variety of printed matter.

The candidate will display a passion for producing quality service and work and will have a depth of experience in working within the studio of a print manufacturing business preparing artwork for production on a variety of different digitally printed materials, products and machinery from portable display stands to FSDUs. They will demonstrate an ability to work on their own initiative, manage their time effectively working to tight deadlines at speed and accuracy. They will have the confidence to suggest and implement new procedures and techniques with prior approval and be able to schedule their workload to meet all deadlines.

Key attributes required:

  • A “never fail” attitude to meeting deadlines.
  • Ability to produce and proof print‑ready artwork without assistance.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills whether dealing with clients, external suppliers or colleagues.
  • Experience working on files for a varied range of print production.
  • Understanding of corporate brand guidelines and provide artwork within those guidelines.
  • Ability to work to tight deadlines under pressure.
  • A detailed knowledge of small and large format digital printing products and techniques.

We offer in return a stable and friendly environment within a business that’s continually growing to meet the needs of our clients and the long‑term aspirations of our staff. The salary offered will be wholly dependent on the calibre of the applicant essentially within budget.

Pre-Press Mac Operator & Account Lead in Birmingham employer: C3 Midlands

C3 Midlands is an exceptional employer, renowned for its supportive and dynamic work culture that fosters personal and professional growth. As a Pre-Press Mac Operator & Account Lead, you will thrive in a collaborative environment where your creativity and expertise are valued, while enjoying the stability of a growing company that prioritises employee development and offers competitive remuneration. Located in a vibrant area, C3 Midlands provides unique opportunities to engage with blue-chip clients and work on diverse projects, ensuring a rewarding career path in the print industry.

C3 Midlands

Contact Details:

C3 Midlands Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Pre-Press Mac Operator & Account Lead in Birmingham

InDesign
Photoshop
Illustrator
Mac-based Software Proficiency
PC-based Office Software Proficiency
3D Software for CAD Engineering
Artwork Preparation