Junior Graphic Designer

Job Description

C&R Brand Solutions, a manufacturing company, is looking for a Junior Graphic Designer. This role involves assisting with the full DTP/pre-press function, from checking client-supplied artwork to preparing files for various large format printers and cutting machines. The ideal candidate will be proficient in design software, capable of photo editing, and able to resolve printing issues in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• Diploma in Graphic Design or related field
• Proficiency in Corel Draw
• Proficiency in Adobe Suite – Photoshop
• Ability to learn photography

Responsibilities

• Planning, organisation and implementation of procedures set out by manager
• Prioritise and liaise with sales department regarding lead times
• Highlight any operational requirements or issues with manager
• Keep record of overtime worked, ensuring you have management authorisation
• Scanning of relevant documents to various people
• Liaise with manager regarding various challenges
• Checking on status of jobs and actioning tasks on sync
• Accurate redraw of supplied logos, clothing and bag layouts
• Recreate electronic versions of designs created by design department
• Creating proposals for prospective clients within acceptable time frame
• Create Proof according to brief supplied
• Email proof to relevant representative and their assistants'
• JPG editing – manipulating skills
• Get approval or changes from relevant representative via email
• Do changes and reproof client
• Get final approval from representative or client
• Forward artwork to relevant supplier for branding purposes
• Create positives/negatives for relevant branding supplier