Packaging Artworker

Linney Limited; Mansfield; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Linney Limited is seeking an organised Packaging Artworker to support a busy retail packaging account. You will work from supplied concepts and templates to create accurate packaging artwork, product variations and production-ready files, ensuring every detail aligns with briefs and brand standards.

We value careful typography, layout accuracy and methodical file management. The role offers opportunities to learn within a collaborative studio environment and grow packaging production knowledge

Qualifications

• Experience in artwork, graphic production, pre-press or print design.
• Proficient with Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Strong typography and layout skills.
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Create packaging artwork from supplied concepts and templates.
• Produce pack variations, adaptations and range rollouts.
• Update copy, imagery, product details, icons and barcodes.
• Apply brand guidelines and packaging templates consistently.
• Prepare organised and technically accurate artwork files.
• Check work against briefs and approval comments.
• Maintain file naming and version control.
• Follow directions and work within a studio workflow.
• Flag missing information or potential issues.
• Communicate progress and priorities clearly.
• Build packaging and production knowledge with the team.

Skills

Illustrator

InDesign

Photoshop

Typography

Layout

Detail orientation

File management

Templates following

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Cutter guides

Job description

We’re looking for an organised and detail-focused Packaging Artworker to support a busy retail packaging account.

Working from supplied concepts, templates and cutter guides, you’ll create accurate packaging artwork, product variations, range rollouts and production-ready files. This role would suit someone who enjoys structured artwork production and takes pride in getting every detail right.

What you’ll be doing

• Creating packaging artwork from supplied concepts and templates
• Producing pack variations, adaptations, amends and range rollouts
• Updating copy, imagery, product details, icons and barcodes
• Applying brand guidelines and packaging templates consistently
• Preparing organised and technically accurate artwork files
• Checking work against briefs, copy documents and approval comments
• Maintaining accurate file naming and version control
• Taking clear direction from senior colleagues and account teams, and working confidently within a scheduled studio workflow
• Flagging missing information or potential artwork issues
• Managing priorities and communicating progress clearly
• Building your packaging and production knowledge with support from the wider team

What we’re looking for

• Experience in artwork, graphic production, pre-press or print design
• Good Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop skills
• Strong typography and layout skills
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• An organised and methodical approach
• The ability to follow templates, guidelines and technical instructions
• Comfortable taking instruction, responding positively to feedback and working to allocated schedules and priorities
• Good file management and version control habits
• A positive approach to feedback and development

Previous packaging experience and knowledge of cutter guides, print production or barcode placement would be beneficial but are not essential.

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