Sr Production Artist

POSITION SUMMARY

We are seeking a Senior Creative Production Artist with advanced Photoshop and reprographics expertise to join our team. This role is focused on FMCG consumer packaging and requires a strong understanding of colour development, image retouching, print techniques, and substrate-specific repro. The successful candidate will work closely with design, production, and print partners to deliver high-quality, print-ready artwork that meets both client brand standards and complex technical print requirements.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop accurate, high-quality print artwork and repro files for FMCG packaging.
• Perform advanced colour correction, image retouching, and file repro in Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Adapt and optimise artwork for different print processes (e.g., flexo, gravure, litho, digital) and substrates (e.g., film, foil, board, label stock).
• Apply technical knowledge of trapping, overprint, line weights, and ink limits to ensure print consistency.
• Collaborate with printers, production teams, and clients to resolve technical challenges.
• Creative graphical adaptation of artwork in line with brand guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Interpret and implement brand guidelines, regulatory requirements, and packaging specifications.
• Support colour proofing, pre-press checks, and press approvals when required.
• Maintain project tracking and ensure all deliverables meet deadlines and quality standards.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Arts, Design, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 6+ years of pre-press / reprographics experience in packaging, ideally FMCG.
• Advanced Photoshop skills with proven experience in colour development and complex retouching.
• Strong knowledge of print processes (flexo, gravure, litho, digital) and repro for multiple substrates.
• Experience with trapping, overprint settings, separations, varnishes, and special finishes.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat); knowledge of Esko ArtPro+ or similar a plus.
• Excellent attention to detail, technical accuracy, and consistency.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across design, production, and client teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Additional Requirements

• Flexibility to work occasional overtime when deadlines require.
• Knowledge of colour management tools, proofing, and press-side processes preferred.

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