Designer

Reed; Stretford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A B2C business is seeking a talented Designer to join their team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will manage the print and packaging process from brief to completion, work closely with the Design Manager and Marketing team, and produce various communication materials. The role is hybrid with 2 days at home and a starting salary of £40,000 per year. This position offers flexible working hours and the possibility of becoming permanent.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension

Flexible working hours

Car park

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an artworker/designer.
• Strong packaging background with a portfolio.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with team to meet design needs.
• Manage design projects from concept to completion.
• Create packaging artwork ready for printing processes.

Skills

Artwork/Design Experience

Packaging Experience

Print Processes Knowledge (Litho & Flexo)

Project Management

Adobe Creative Cloud Proficiency

Interpersonal Skills

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Microsoft 365

Job description

• Annual Salary: £40,000
• Location: Manchester – Hybrid – 2 days at home, 3 in office
• Job Type: Temporary – 6 months

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!