Artwork Production Specialist

Published

14-Feb-2024

Salary

Location

Rotterdam

Category

Temporary

Sector

Marketing

Reference

BBBH659702

Work Model

Hybrid

Description

For our client, an ambitious and worldwide market leader within the FMCG industry, we are looking for an Artwork Production Specialist to join the team in Rotterdam.

All applicants MUST have full legal authorization to work in the EU region independently and be fluent in both spoken and written English language.

Offer:
Part-time 32 hours per week
7 Month contract;; extension possible
Start date: 4 March 2024
Salary depending on experience

Main Job Purpose

The APS role requires management end-to-end artwork process. Also, Stakeholder management of the portfolio of work. Leading change management, improvement in ways of working, processes and efficiency within the portfolio of work/location/team and PMA’s (external agencies) is also part of this role. The primary purpose of this position is to manage the creation and approval of packaging artwork from design lock, through to commercially reproducible mechanical artwork and separations which are handed over to the printer in a timely manner. This person will be responsible for initiating and managing projects using the artwork management system, and also working within a multifunctional and multinational project team to deliver projects on time, in full. The position must interface with internal teams (such as Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, e-Commerce) who provide master design files and pack content, and also external partners (print management agencies, design agencies, printers, etc) who deliver the work in the form of mechanical artwork, pack image albums and printed packaging. As technical experts, they will provide expertise and input into the design, artwork and print phases of the project to ensure that the right levels of approval integrity, brand quality and consistency are maintained throughout the artwork process and supplier printing process. There is also a responsibility to manage the creation of digital pack images and hero images for various channels and touchpoints internally and externally in an ever more digital and connected world.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Manage the End to End process from design to deploy for regional projects Be the owner of the artwork process, roles and responsibilities and how to fit this into the innovation project management process to deliver projects on time and in full.
Work with Process team to identify improvements to the artwork process Be the Artwork Business Partner in the key and strategic brands / Category you are working on, understanding the Brand DNA & guidelines and plans, priorities and volume per year.
Collaborate with marketing and design agencies at the design phase, providing expert guidance and technical inputs to ensure that the design is technically printable before the artwork is routed for internal approval.
Set-up and run pre-production meetings bringing together design agencies, print management agencies, printers and internal stakeholders to ensure that quality and consistency is maintained from artwork to print phase of the process.
Ensure that master design files are created according to prescribed toolbox specifications and handed over to the print management agencies correctly, and that the printed artwork matches the design requirements,
Work with marketing to ensure visibility on artwork cost and spend, and that the printed packaging is optimized for cost e.g. print process, number of colours, etc
Take accountability for delivery of mechanical artwork and separation files to printers, proactively manage issues if/as they arise.
Work with the agencies to drive improvements to quality and efficiency for their portfolios and locations.
Gatekeeper of project timelines and deadline Create and manage projects for key / strategic brands in the internal artwork management system adhering to Unilever’s defined artwork process Manage the delivery of digital pack images following Artwork Excellence process, to the right quality and on time.
Manage internal and external stakeholder expectations for your tasks relating to status, timings and technical expertise.
Ensure that the print management agency follows the approved rate cards and service level agreements, and that responsible procurement and payment procedures are followed, in line with company policy.
Approve color reliable proofs on behalf of marketing to ensure that the proof meets marketing’s expectations.
Sourcing of printer specifications and align them to the defined processes and ways of working.
Approve color standards (1st press pass) if not covered by the print management agency and distribute to the relevant parties if required.
Work on regional continuous improvement programs for Artwork Excellence from Design to Pack Images

Experience Required

Strong communication skills
Ability to build collaborative relationships
Hold people accountable
Good organizational awareness
Strong at influencing
Negotiating skills Business
Partner mindset (not Customer Service)
Ability to embrace and manage change
Strong Project Management
Can-do mentality and an open mindset with an entrepreneurial spirit Highly computer-literate
Fluent English
Intercultural Awareness
2 years Relevant years of experience in artwork management or a similar role, which may include: print production, print management, graphic design, packaging development and or supply management
experience in FMCG

Apply instructions:
Please apply via the button. In case I see a good match I will contact you asap.
Ellen van Leeuwen
T: 06-51958864

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