* Annual Salary: £40,000
* Location: Manchester – Hybrid – 2 days at home, 3 in office
* Job Type: Temporary – 6 months
1. We are seeking a talented and experienced Designer to join a dynamic team within a successful B2C business on a temporary basis. You must be available to start work in August.
This role requires a creative individual who is comfortable managing the entire print and packaging process from brief to completion. You will work closely with the Design Manager and Marketing team to produce a wide range of brand-consistent communication materials for both print and digital media.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
* Collaborate with Design Manager and Marketing team to meet the company's design needs.
* Manage multiple design projects from concept through completion.
* Ensure all designs are consistent with brand guidelines and meet company standards.
* Comfortably switch between print and digital media projects.
* Create packaging artwork and ensure it is prepared for various printing processes, including Litho and Flexo.
* Assist in other creative tasks such as video editing and photography as needed.
Required Skills:
* Proven experience as an artworker/designer
* Preferably have packaging experience working on consumer products – desirable
* Must have experience of setting print artwork for different print processes using Litho & Flexo is Essential
* Possess a strong packaging background – with a strong portfolio to showcase your skills
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
* Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work under pressure.
* Self-motivated with a keen eye for detail and a completionist attitude.
* Strong presentation skills and experience working in a fast-paced environment across multiple brands.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with wider teams.
* Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Microsoft 365 – Essential
* Experience in creating packaging artwork is essential.
* Video editing and photography skills are desirable but not essential.
* Available to start in August
Benefits:
* Salary £40k basic - negotiable - depending on experience
* Hybrid role – 2 days at home, 3 in office
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension
* Flexible working hours, 35 hour week, Friday 1pm finish
* Car park
* Possibility of becoming permanent
To apply for this temporary Designer position, please submit your CV, my client is looking for an August start date!