Artwork Production Specialist

Unilever; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings benefits

Life insurance and disability benefits

Parental leave

Sick leave

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

Unilever is seeking an Artwork Production Specialist to lead the end-to-end packaging artwork process across physical and digital assets. You will manage artwork production, print execution, and digital pack images while partnering with Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, and external agencies to ensure quality and timely delivery.

The role requires 3–5 years in artwork management or related fields, with strong project management and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in Artwork Management or related field.
• Experience in print production, print management, packaging development or similar functions.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate with cross-functional and external stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of packaging artwork production, print processes and digital content workflows.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end packaging artwork process from design through print production and digital delivery.
• Lead artwork projects in Unilever's artwork management system, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Design Agencies, R&D, Supply Chain, E-commerce, and external partners.
• Provide technical guidance to ensure concepts are printable and production-ready.
• Coordinate pre-production meetings, manage agencies, printers, and internal teams.
• Oversee creation, approval, and delivery of mechanical artwork, separation files, and digital pack images.
• Monitor timelines, identify risks, and meet critical deadlines.
• Review proofs, approve color standards, and support print quality management.
• Drive continuous improvement across artwork, print management, and digital content.
• Act as trusted Artwork Business Partner for brands and innovation projects.

Skills

Packaging artwork production

Print processes

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Fluent English communication

Tools

Artwork management system

Workflow management software

Job description

About the Role As an Artwork Production Specialist, you will lead the end-to-end packaging artwork process across both the physical and digital worlds. You will be responsible for managing packaging artwork production, print execution, digital pack image creation, and omnichannel product content delivery, ensuring assets are delivered accurately, efficiently, and on time. Acting as a key business partner to Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, E-commerce, and external agencies, you will drive collaboration, quality, and innovation throughout the artwork lifecycle.

What You'll Do

• Own and manage the end-to-end packaging artwork process, from adaptive design through print production and digital pack image delivery.
• Lead artwork projects within Unilever's artwork management system, ensuring delivery on time and in full.
• Partner with Marketing, Design Agencies, Print Management Agencies, R&D, Supply Chain, E-commerce, and other stakeholders to execute packaging initiatives.
• Provide technical guidance during the design phase to ensure packaging concepts are technically printable and production-ready.
• Facilitate pre-production meetings and coordinate agencies, printers, and internal teams to maintain quality and consistency.
• Manage the creation, approval, and delivery of mechanical artwork, separation files, and digital pack images.
• Monitor project timelines, proactively identify risks, and ensure critical deadlines are met.
• Review proofs, approve color standards, and support print quality management activities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across artwork, print management, and digital content processes.
• Serve as a trusted Artwork Business Partner, providing visibility, recommendations, and strategic support for key brands and innovation projects.

What You'll Need to Succeed

• Required Experience 3-5 years of experience in Artwork Management or a related field.
• Experience in print production, print management, graphic design, packaging development, supply management, or similar functions.
• Experience managing multiple projects and collaborating with cross-functional and external stakeholders.
• Technical & Professional Skills Strong knowledge of packaging artwork production and print processes. Project management expertise with the ability to manage complex priorities and timelines. Experience working with agencies, vendors, and packaging production partners. Strong digital literacy and ability to work with workflow management systems. Fluent English communication skills.
• Leadership & Behavioral Competencies Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to build collaborative relationships and influence without direct authority. Strong negotiation and problem-solving capabilities. Business partnering mindset with a customer‑centric and solution‑oriented approach. Ability to embrace change, drive process improvements, and thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

What Makes This Opportunity Unique

This role combines packaging artwork, print production, digital asset management, and omnichannel content delivery into one highly visible position. You will work across global brands, partner with diverse stakeholders around the world, and have a direct impact on how products are represented across both retail shelves and digital channels.

Pay

Pay: The pay range for this position is $71,400 to $107,200.

Unilever takes into consideration a wide range of factors that are utilized in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, qualifications and education, and other business and organizational needs.

Bonus

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible.

Benefits

• health insurance (including prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage)
• retirement savings benefits
• life insurance and disability benefits
• parental leave
• sick leave
• paid vacation and holidays
• access to numerous voluntary benefits

Any coverages for health insurance and retirement benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Equal Opportunity

At Unilever, inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We welcome applicants from all walks of life and are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive/succeed. All applicants will receive fair and respectful consideration, and we actively support the growth and development of every employee.

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