Artworker

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. SMT Recruitment is a specialist recruitment consultancy providing contract, and permanent recruitment solutions across selected business sectors. Please refer to SMTs Privacy Policy for details on how we manage your data