Freelance Print and Digital Artworker

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Artworker to join our creative team in Leeds City Centre. The successful candidate will be responsible for preparing, refining, and delivering high-quality artwork across a variety of print and digital projects. Working closely with designers, creatives, planners, and production teams, you will ensure all artwork meets brand guidelines, technical specifications, and production standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Create, amend, and final artwork for print – POS, Leaflets, Press ads and Digital.
• Ensure all artwork is technically accurate and production-ready.
• Maintain consistency with brand guidelines across multiple client accounts.
• Conduct thorough quality checks to identify and resolve artwork issues before production.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Troubleshoot file, formatting, and production issues efficiently.
• Up to date with industry standards, software updates, and production techniques.
• Support the creative team with design adaptations.

Skills and Experience

Essential

• Significant experience in an artwork or pre-press role within a creative agency, design studio, or in-house marketing team.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly:
• Adobe InDesign
• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Photoshop
• Adobe Acrobat
• Strong understanding of print production processes, colour management, and file preparation.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience working with complex brand guidelines.

Desirable

• Good knowledge of Photoshop with ability to retouch and create compositions.
• Knowledge of digital asset creation and online publishing requirements.
• Familiarity with DAM (Digital Asset Management) systems.
• Understanding of accessibility standards for digital content.

Qualifications

Must have at least 5 years artworking experience within agency or in-house.

Personal Attributes

• Highly organized and methodical.
• Proactive problem-solver.
• Collaborative team player.
• Able to work calmly under pressure.
• Committed to delivering high-quality work.
• Strong commercial awareness and client focus.

Salary and Benefits

£26.25 ph

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