Artworker (Desktop Publisher)

Hello Kindred Limited; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Hello Kindred Limited seeks an Artworker for a 12-month contract in the financial services industry. This remote position involves creating and finalizing artwork for digital and print media. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail, strong design software skills, and a collaborative approach to enhance visual materials in alignment with brand guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience in an artworker role.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop.
• Strong understanding of digital and print production processes.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality artwork for various media.
• Ensure artwork meets brand guidelines and project specifications.
• Collaborate with teams to understand project briefs.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Communication

Design Software Proficiency

Project Management Skills

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Adobe Workfront

Job description

Who is HelloKindred? HelloKindred are specialists in staffing marketing, creative, and technology roles, offering a range of talent solutions that can be delivered on-site, remotely, or hybrid. Our vision is to make work accessible and improve people's lives.

We do this by disrupting traditional employment barriers – connecting ambitious talent to flexible opportunities with trusted brands.

Job Description

Anticipated Contract End Date / Length: 12 months with potential to extend

Work setup: Remote - Open to South Africa

Our client in the financial services industry is seeking an Artworker responsible for creating, formatting, and finalizing artwork for various digital and print media projects.

This role requires a meticulous individual with a keen eye for detail to ensure all visual materials meet high-quality standards. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the design and marketing teams to produce visually appealing, brand-consistent materials. This position operates within our client's open and collaborative creative culture, encouraging early and frequent sharing of creative work to ensure alignment and consistent brand evolution.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality artwork for marketing and communication materials, including brochures, presentations, advertisements, reports, and digital assets.
• Ensure all artwork aligns with brand guidelines and project requirements.
• Adapt and resize existing artwork for different formats and platforms.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to design specifications.
• Correct discrepancies or errors in artwork before final production.
• Ensure artwork is print-ready and meets technical requirements.
• Collaborate with graphic designers, marketing teams, and stakeholders to understand project briefs.
• Support and provide feedback to the design team to enhance visual materials.
• Communicate with external vendors and printers for proper production and delivery.
• Maintain an organized library of artwork files, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and accessibility.
• Manage version control and updates for artwork files.
• Archive completed projects for future reference.
• Ensure visual materials are consistent with brand identity and guidelines.
• Assist in developing and maintaining brand guidelines and templates.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience as an artworker or similar role.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and other relevant design software.
• Experience with Adobe Express for template creation is a bonus.
• Strong understanding of digital and print production processes.
• Excellent attention to detail and a keen eye for design and typography.
• Ability to work efficiently under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of digital design tools and web technologies.
• Experience contributing to a Brand Design System.
• Familiarity with project management software and workflow tools, preferably Adobe Workfront.
• Ability to support environmental sustainability in artwork creation.
• A portfolio showcasing a range of artwork and design projects.

Additional Information

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in South Africa without sponsorship. Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. HelloKindred is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

This job is active and accepting applications.