Job Title: Artworker
Location: Hoddesdon (on-site)
Salary: £36,000 - £38,000
Working Hours: 8:30am – 5:00pm


What you need to know about this employer
Our client is a well-established and international consumer goods manufacturer and distributor, known for designing innovative, high-quality products distributed globally. With a collaborative and fast-paced culture, the company is focused on developing market-leading products and continuing its strong growth through innovation.


Job Overview
We’re looking for a detail-driven and technically skilled Artworker to join a collaborative creative team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll play a key part in bringing packaging designs to life—ensuring every file is accurate, consistent, and ready for production.
If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, solving technical challenges, and seeing your work out in the real world, this could be a great fit!!!!


Key Responsibilities
*Produce final, print-ready packaging artwork from approved design concepts
*Prepare artwork to meet print specifications (bleed, crop marks, colour profiles, trapping, etc.)
*Work with packaging templates and assist in developing new ones
*Liaise with printers, manufacturers, and internal teams to resolve technical issues
*Review and sign off artwork before production
*Maintain organised file management and version control
*Collaborate with the wider design team to meet deadlines


Required Skills & Experience
*Experience in an artworker role (agency, studio, or in-house)
*Strong background in packaging artwork
*Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign
*Solid understanding of print processes (litho, digital, special finishes)
*Ability to work from dielines and technical drawings
*Strong attention to detail and accuracy
*Good communication skills


Desirable Skills
*Experience with consumer product packaging
*Knowledge of retail packaging formats (blister packs, cartons, labels, etc.)
*Basic 3D mock-up skills (e.g. Cinema 4D)


Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, advertised by SMT Recruitment, acting as an employment agency/business. Your application will be considered alongside others, and we will contact you within three working days if you are shortlisted.
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