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Creative Artworker

  • Job title: Creative Artworker
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Hours: 8:45 to 17:30
  • Reference ID: ADStudio002

We are looking for a talented Creative Artworker to join our design team. This role is ideal for someone with a sharp eye for detail who enjoys ensuring artwork is technically accurate and production-ready.

Artworker

What does it mean to be a Creative Artworker at A.D.?

As a Creative Artworker, you will play a crucial role in preparing a variety of print-ready files, setting up cutting forms, and optimising workflow efficiencies. This is an excellent opportunity for an artworker who thrives on precision and efficiency in artwork creation, file preparation, and branding execution, ideally with minimum two years industry experience.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • We are preparing production-ready artwork for a variety of branded merchandise, ensuring correct file formats and print specifications.
  • Setting up cutting forms and dielines for packaging and printed materials to meet production requirements.
  • Checking and adapting client artwork to align with supplier guidelines and printing processes.
  • Creating print-ready files for various branding techniques, including screen printing, embroidery, digital printing, and engraving.
  • Ensuring colour accuracy and correct file preparation for CMYK, Pantone, and spot colour printing.
  • Optimising workflow efficiencies, ensuring artwork files are structured and organised for fast, accurate output.
  • Liaising with suppliers to ensure smooth production handovers and technical compliance.
  • Assisting in product mockups and visuals to present branded merchandise concepts to clients.

 

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
  • Strong understanding of print production processes, including screen printing, embroidery, digital printing, and engraving.
  • Ability to set up cutting forms, dielines, and templates accurately for manufacturing.
  • Exceptional attention to detail to ensure artwork meets technical specifications.
  • Ability to follow brand guidelines and adapt designs while maintaining consistency.
  • Strong organisational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

 

Desirable but Not Essential

  • Knowledge of workflow automation tools or techniques to improve artwork production efficiency.
  • Experience in the promotional merchandise industry or working with branded products.
  • Basic knowledge of 3D mockup software for visualising branded products.
  • Experience of emerging technologies, such as AI.
  • Familiarity with website content management systems or digital design for online platforms.

 

Benefits

  • An excellent salary package.
  • Commission scheme.
  • Company pension.
  • Free on-site parking.
  • Amazing opportunity for personal development with no limit to where you can go.

 

If you have a portfolio showcasing print-ready artwork and workflow efficiencies, please include it with your application or provide a link to view it online

 

Does this sound like you? Let’s talk!

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    About A.D

    A.D. is a leading provider of premium promotional merchandise, working with globally recognised brands such as Jaguar Land Rover, Bentley, and Liverpool Football Club. We specialise in delivering high-quality branded products that enhance brand visibility, ensuring all artwork is production-ready and perfectly executed.

     

    Here at A.D., we’re all about creating experiences, not just branded products

    It’s important to our clients that they have a real relationship with a supplier they can trust – so they can connect with their customers in a creative, fresh way. That’s why we focus on delivering innovative, creative solutions backed by the best teamwork in the industry. 

    And we don’t stop there! Taking care of the environment and giving back to the community is just as important to us. It seems a lot, but it means a lot to us. 

    If all that resonates with you, you could be one of our awesome A.D. people too!

    We’re on a mission to find hungry, ambitious A.D. people who are inspired by our culture of real understanding and collaboration. We’re looking for people who are driven to go above and beyond for our clients; we need people who want only the best for them – and are ready to show that we care about them and their brand as much as they do.

    Sound like you?

     

    The together effect

    Team A.D. know that we’re contributing to something special. We’ve played our part in defining who we are, and we’re proud of what we can achieve together and encourage each other every step of the way.  

    We want our customers to have a great experience, and we recognise that it starts with us. We’re stronger together, and we nurture our relationships with each other and our planet.  Because that means we can always do our best for our clients, and create the most innovative branded solutions – responsibly, creatively and courageously. 

    It’s a new movement in our sector. We call it creative connections.

     

    A.D. people are

    • Planet-positive ambassadors for sustainable solutions and doing right by our planet.
    • A.D.-vocates (A.D.’s biggest fans).
    • People who thrive as part of a brand-centric team, who really engage and truly express who we are and align themselves with our brand and values.
    • Relationship-builders and nurturers.
    • Supportive and inspiring to their colleagues and clients.
    • Great listeners who love to collaborate and work with others.
    • Innovative with a thirst to challenge the status quo.
    • Role models in all they do – both inside and outside the company.
    • Cool-headed and calm; acting professionally in any situation.
    • Lovers of teamwork, togetherness and personal growth.
    • Fantastic communicators with great people skills.
    • Calm and personable with customers.
    • Driven to sell, with a focus on doing the right thing.
    • Focused on attention to detail.
    • Organised and meet deadlines.
    • Passionate about going above and beyond for customers.
    • Devoted to understanding the client’s needs and deciphering them quickly.
    • Effective at delegating.
    • Continually demonstrating best practices.

     

    There are great perks

    • Attractive salary + bonus.
    • 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
    • Working in a fulfilling, rewarding environment that will support and encourage career development.
    • Be part of a dynamic, supportive team of heroes.
    • Training and development.
    • Our company is an accredited Real Living Wage employer.
    • Healthcare provision (which includes dental care, mental health referrals, and medical scans).
    • A comfortable, open office with fantastic views of Old Trafford and an abundance of natural light (you’ll love it even if you’re not a Manchester United fan).
    • Located near transport connections and MediaCity, with easy access to both.
    • Free gym, cycling hub and showers available on site.

     

    Fairness statement

    We believe in a diverse, inclusive culture. So, any application from a suitable candidate will be considered, regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability.