07/09/2023
Hi Guys. I’m looking to employ a DTP Operator for a FMCG concern situated in the Natal Midlands. The person will be required to carry out the following tasks
Packaging design under guidance
• Create die-lines and artwork for various print purposes (litho, flexo, digital, screen print, etc)
• Prepare artwork for various print purposes.
• Manage the handing over the print-ready graphics to packaging suppliers.
• Attend and supervise certain sign offs.
Marketing support
• When needed, assist with creating artwork for websites and social media posts
• Create artwork for all types of marketing needs such as brochures, flyers, signage etc
Product labelling
• Oversee the high-level accuracy required, and the efficient designing requirements, of product labels for gifting, retail shops and manufacturing needs. Including export labelling.
Trade Support
• Assist with the designing of promotional material needed by the sales teams. (In-store wobblers, flyers, posters etc)
• Designing and maintaining all the different sales presenters (gifting, retail, foodservice, export etc)
• Filing of packaging artwork design and specs is kept up-to-date
• Complete graphics tasks within set deadlines
• High attention to detail and accuracy in all tasks
• Ensure labelling for production runs timeously
• Ensure Emporium printed items are produced efficiently
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE
• Adobe Suite – Illustrator and Photoshop min 5 years’ experience
• Graphics design 3 year course or equivalent degree.
• Good Sketchup skills useful but not essential.
• Packaging 3 dimensional design experience and print industry knowledge minimum 3 years’ experience.
• DTP experience minimum of 5 years.
• No marketing experience needed.
Drivers license, own reliable vehicle and willing to travel to Merrivale daily is a pre requisite.
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