Senior Dtp Operator (Unipharma) 3-Months Fixed Term

Clicks Group; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Clicks Group is seeking a Senior DTP Designer to focus on packaging design for medicinal products. This role requires technical proficiency and an understanding of regulatory requirements, with the ideal candidate having 3 to 5 years of experience in a fast-paced environment. Key responsibilities include managing artwork creation from concept to production, ensuring adherence to brand guidelines, and maintaining quality standards under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 - 5 years' experience in packaging design.
• Strong communicator who can manage artwork and supplier liaison.
• Experience in DTP, particularly in pharmaceutical or FMCG packaging.

Responsibilities

• Deliver artwork that meets objectives and aligns with brand guidelines.
• Ensure designs are consistent with established style guides.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams and clients.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

3 Year Diploma in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

InDesign

Adobe Acrobat

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Introduction

Unipharma is seeking a highly skilled Senior DTP Designer to join our team, focusing on packaging design for scheduled medicinal products.

This is a specialised role that requires both technical proficiency and an in-depth understanding of regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in delivering high-quality, accurate packaging artwork within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

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Listing status : Online

Apply by : 25 May

Position Summary

Industry : Wholesale & Retail Trade

Job category : Marketing Management

Location : Cape Town

Contract : Permanent

Remuneration : Market Related

EE position : Yes

About Our Company

Clicks Group

Introduction

Unipharma is seeking a highly skilled Senior DTP Designer to join our team, focusing on packaging design for scheduled medicinal products.

This is a specialised role that requires both technical proficiency and an in-depth understanding of regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in delivering high-quality, accurate packaging artwork within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Job Description

About the Role

Our Unipharma product portfolio plays a vital role in our business, with projected sales exceeding R1,15 billion and group profits over R million for FY26.

With more than product lines, our team is responsible for ensuring all packaging artwork is delivered on time and to the highest standard.

In FY25 alone, on average a artwork components were completed on a monthly basis and over could be open at any specific time.

Accurate and timely artwork is critical.

Errors can result in costly product recalls, stock losses, and significant write-offs.

Packaging for scheduled medicines is governed by strict regulatory standards and must align with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).

As such, attention to detail, reliability, and accountability are essential.

Key Responsibilities

Interpret briefs and deliver artwork that meets objectives and aligns with brand guidelines

Create and manage packaging artwork from concept to final print and production

Source and incorporate images as required

Develop product renders and roll out artwork across all required formats

Ensure all designs are consistent with established style guides and CI (Corporate Identity)

Create dielines and ensure technical accuracy

Liaise with third-party vendors, including printers and packaging suppliers

Approve print proofs, ensuring colour accuracy and production fidelity

Deliver accurate artwork aligned with our 18-month planning cycle

Meet tight deadlines without compromising quality

Collaborate closely with internal teams (Traffic, Client Services, Creative) and clients to ensure workflow is efficient and the creative brief is met

Proactively communicate with the print production team to manage project timelines and outputs

3 year diploma in Graphic Design

Essential : Min CC (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat)

Essential : Min 3 - 5 years' experience in packaging design

Desirable : Experience in DTP

Skills, Abilities And Job Related Knowledge

A senior-level designer with extensive DTP experience, particularly in pharmaceutical or FMCG packaging

Highly organised with excellent multitasking and time management skills

Strong communicator who can manage incoming and outgoing artwork, supplier liaison, and team coordination

Ability to maintain brand consistency across multiple product lines

A calm, solutions-driven mindset, especially when working under pressure or responding to structural changes within the company

Repro & printing experience

Applying Expertise and Technology

Delivering Results and Meeting Customer Expectations

Presenting and Communicating Information

Creating and Innovating

Planning and Organising

Working with People

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Design, Art / Creative, and Information Technology

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