Creative Artworker

Next; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK retailer seeks a meticulous Creative Artworker to join their Brand Marketing Design Team. This role involves preparing artwork for various outputs, ensuring technical accuracy, and collaborating closely with designers to maintain high visual standards. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in a similar role and exceptional skills in Adobe Creative Suite. Join a dynamic team and contribute to impactful projects that shape the brand's identity.

Benefits

25% off most NEXT products

Company performance based bonus

Sharesave scheme

On-site Nursery

10% off partner brands

Early VIP access to sale stock

Access to discounts at Staff Shops

Free on-site parking

Discounted gym memberships

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Creative Artworker or similar role.
• Exceptional proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Strong understanding of print processes and colour management.

Responsibilities

• Prepare artwork for print and digital outputs.
• Ensure technical accuracy and adherence to brand guidelines.
• Manage multiple versions of artwork and collaborate with designers.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Education

Qualification in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Job description

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to build your career in a supportive and innovative environment, while playing a key role in delivering exceptional creative work for one of the UK’s leading retailers.

About The Team

At NEXT, we foster a collaborative and innovative environment where every team member plays a vital role in bringing our brand to life. As part of the Brand Marketing Design Team, you’ll have access to guidance from experienced designers and the chance to work on impactful projects that shape our brand.

About The Role

We are looking for a meticulous and enthusiastic Creative Artworker to join our dynamic Brand Marketing Design Team at NEXT. You'll be the crucial link in bringing design concepts to flawless execution across a range of print and digital materials. This role demands a keen eye for detail, exceptional technical skills, and a passion for ensuring the highest standards of visual output. You'll work closely with our designers, taking approved designs and preparing them for production with precision and efficiency.

• Artwork Preparation: Taking approved design concepts and preparing them for various outputs, including print (brochures, packaging, POS, ticketing), digital (social media, online presentations, digital ads) and large format (billboards, signage, advertising)
• Technical Accuracy: Ensuring all artwork is technically correct, adhering to print specifications (bleeds, crop marks, colour profiles) and brand guidelines.
• File Management: Maintaining organised and accurate digital asset libraries, following established naming conventions and archiving procedures.
• Pre-flighting and Quality Control: Thoroughly checking all artwork for errors (typos, image resolution issues, incorrect colours, layout inconsistencies) before sending to print or production.
• Version Control: Managing multiple versions of artwork and ensuring the correct version is always used.
• Collaborative Teamwork: Working closely and collaboratively with Graphic Designers, providing technical expertise and support throughout the design process.
  
  

About You

• Proven experience as a Creative Artworker or in a similar production-focused role within a design agency or in-house design team.
• Exceptional proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• A strong understanding of print processes, colour management (CMYK, Pantone), paper stocks, and finishing techniques.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to producing accurate and high-quality work.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• A creative portfolio showcasing your skills, versatility, and understanding of the visual communication process.
  
  

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with project management software.
• Knowledge of Figma or other digital design tools is a bonus.
• A relevant qualification in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field.
  
  

About Us

You know Next, but did you know we’re a FTSE-100 retail company employing over 35,000 people across the UK and Ireland. We’re the UK’s 2nd largest fashion retailer and for Kidswear we’re the market leader. At the last count we have over 500 stores, plus the Next Online and it’s now possible to buy on-line from over 70 countries around the world! So we’ve gone global!

About The Team

• 25% off most NEXT, MADE*, Lipsy*, Gap* and Victoria's Secret* products (*when purchased through NEXT)
• Company performance based bonus
• Sharesave scheme
• On-site Nursery available; OFSTED outstanding in all areas
• 10% off most partner brands & up to 15% off Branded Beauty
• Early VIP access to sale stock
• Access to fantastic discounts at our Staff Shops
• Restaurants with great food at amazing prices
• Access a digital GP and other free health and wellbeing services
• Free on-site parking
• Financial Wellbeing - Save, track and enhance your financial wellbeing
• Apprenticeship - Grow and develop on the job whilst gaining a qualification
• Direct to Work - Discount online and instore, collect your items the next day for free from your place of work or local store
• Support Networks - Access to Network Groups to empower and celebrate each other
• Wellhub - Discounted flexible monthly gym memberships, with apps, PT sessions and more
  
  

Conditions apply to all benefits. These benefits are discretionary and subject to change.

We aim to support all candidates during the application process and are happy to provide workplace adjustments when necessary. Should you need support with your application due to a disability or long-term condition, feel free to get in touch with us by email [e-mail] (please include 'Workplace Adjustments' in the subject line), or call us on 0116 284 2486 and leave a voicemail.