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Manpower is currently seeking an interim Artwork Production Specialist to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple, to become an integral part of their fast‑paced FMCG environment.
The position is based at Blackfriars on London’s Victoria Embankment, just a short walk from Blackfriars tube. It is a full‑time temporary role to last until the end of July 2026, requiring 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Compensation for this role is competitive, paying up to £48,000 per annum, pro rata, depending upon experience.
The role currently offers a mix of remote and onsite working, subject to adjustment based on business requirements.
Key Responsibilities
* Be the owner of the artwork process, roles and responsibilities and translate how to fit this into the innovation project management process to deliver projects on time and in full.
* Be the Artwork Business Partner for the Business, Brand DNA & guidelines, plans, priorities and volume per year.
* Manage stakeholders within the cross‑functional teams within the artwork projects the APS works on.
* Collaborate with marketing and design agencies at the design phase, providing expert guidance and technical inputs to ensure that the design is technically printable before the artwork is routed for internal approval.
* Set up and run pre‑production meetings bringing together design agencies, print management agencies, printers and internal stakeholders to ensure that quality and consistency is maintained from artwork to print phase of the process.
* Ensure that master design files are created according to prescribed toolbox specifications and handed over to the print management agencies correctly, and that the printed artwork matches the design requirements.
* Work with marketing to ensure visibility on artwork cost and spend, and that the printed packaging is optimised for cost (e.g. print process, number of colours, etc.).
* Take accountability for delivery of mechanical artwork and separation files to printers, proactively manage issues if/as they arise.
* Create and manage projects in the internal artwork management system BLUE adhering to Unilever’s defined artwork process. Manage the delivery of digital pack images following Artwork Excellence process, to the right quality and on time.
* Manage internal and external stakeholder expectations for your tasks relating to status, timings and technical expertise.
* Ensure that the print management agency follows the approved rate cards and service level agreements, and that responsible procurement and payment procedures are followed, in line with company policy.
* Approve colour‑reliable proofs on behalf of marketing to ensure that the proof meets marketing’s expectations.
* Sourcing of printer specifications and align them to the defined processes and ways of working.
* Approve colour standards (1st press pass) if not covered by the print management agency and distribute to the relevant parties if required.
Key Requirements
* Strong communication skills
* Ability to build collaborative relationships
* Hold people accountable
* Good organisational awareness
* Strong at influencing
* Negotiating skills
* Business Partner mindset (not Customer Service)
Key General Skills
* Strong Project Management
* Highly computer‑literate
* Fluent English
* Intercultural Awareness
Additional Information – Location & Benefits
* Iconic location on the Victoria embankment, modern working environment
* Short walk from Blackfriars station
* Staff shop discounted products
* Free tea & coffee facilities
* Onsite deli and a restaurant open for breakfast and lunch
* Gym is available for use (subscription required)
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