Creative Graphic Designer

Smurfit Westrock; Weldon; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sustainable packaging company in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced graphic designer to join the Colours creative team. You will manage the workflow of branded artworks, ensuring compliance and quality in production. Ideal candidates will have at least 2 years of experience and a strong proficiency in Adobe CC Suite. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for ongoing development. Applicants committed to sustainability and inclusivity are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary & benefits

Ongoing training and development

24/7 confidential support

Flexible working options

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Ability to produce artworks quickly and accurately.
• Strong working knowledge of typography, colour, and composition.

Responsibilities

• Manage the artwork approval workflow from sign-off to print.
• Build fully branded and retailer compliant artworks.
• Liaise with the Design team regarding structural CAD drawings.

Skills

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

In-Design

Cinema 4D

Artios

Typography

Colour theory

Composition

Print processes

Reprographics

Education

Degree in graphic design

Job description

Join Our Team at Smurfit Westrock!

Are you searching for a workplace that values you and your growth? At Smurfit Westrock, we’re committed to sustainability, employee well-being, and personal development.

About Us

We are a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging. Our focus is on the health and safety of our employees, the well-being of our communities, and delivering exceptional service to our customers. We support our team members to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment that values diversity.

The Role

Working as a key member of the Colours creative team, you will be responsible for creatively building fully branded and retailer complaint artwork and managing the artwork approval workflow from sign-off to print and production accurately and efficiently.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Work as a member of the Colours Agency adhering to our values - AIR (Authenticity, Integrity & Respect).
• Be self-motivated with a positive mind-set and to communicate accurately & effectively with your work colleagues.
• Complete any other reasonable tasks as deemed relevant within the remit of Colours agency.
• Technically proficient with Adobe CC Suite, and ideally Artios & C4D (training will be given)
• Creatively build fully branded and retailer compliant artworks accurately and efficiently.
• Artwork reproduction to ensure files are Digital press friendly.
• Manage the artwork approval workflow from sign-off to print and production.
• Be the point of contact assisting Production with the digital presses for all output.
• Liaise with the Design team about structural CAD drawings.
• Be a part of delivering on the business CTO projects.
• Actively engage and participate in all elements of Health and Safety
• Work in accordance with sites certifications.

Skills, Knowledge & Experience

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience within a similar role.
• Degree in graphic design (preferable but not essential).
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, In-Design and Cinema 4D and ideally Artios.
• Strong working knowledge including, typography, colour, composition, print processes & reprographics.
• Ability to produce artworks quickly & accurately whilst Interpreting Retailer / Customer Brand guidelines.

Knowledge of Structural design and of digital presses will be an advantage.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary & benefits, including annual leave, pension, and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Ongoing training and development opportunities
• 24/7 confidential support for you and your family
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies
• Guaranteed interview for candidates meeting essential criteria (Disability Confident Employer)

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and help us build a sustainable future together.

Smurfit Westrock reserve the right to only shortlist candidates who meet both the Essential and Desirable Criteria.

We are an equal opportunities employer, and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious or similar philosophical belief; political opinion; race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.

We practice equality of opportunity in employment and select the best person for the job.