GRAPHIC DESIGNER – MARKETING & PREPRESS m/f/d
part-time or full-time, on-site, for operational brand communication and production-ready print data
ELLER foodPackaging develops and manufactures sustainable food packaging for some of the world's best-known food brands. We create “MOMENTS OF JOY” for people in the foodservice industry and grow by 22% every year. In this role, you combine operational brand communication with professional prepress – part-time or full-time. You develop and design digital and printed communication materials for a modern, premium and consistent brand presence.
At the same time, you check and process customer and production files for offset and flexographic printing. Your responsibilities also include DTP and CTP tasks such as artwork finalisation, imposition, preparation for plate imaging, cooperation with external plate-making partners and the reliable provision of production-ready print files.
YOUR SKILLS
- You understand the requirements of offset printing, flexographic printing, DTP and CTP, or you are motivated to build up this knowledge quickly and thoroughly.
- You check customer print files early for technical usability, completeness and production readiness.
- You explain clearly to customers and colleagues which files or information are missing and what needs to be adjusted or approved.
- You create print impositions and prepare files cleanly for plate imaging and printing forme production.
- You are responsible for technical coordination and file delivery to external plate-making partners.
- You work carefully with colour management, output profiles, versions, approvals and clearly named production files.
- You create marketing and communication materials that are creative, modern and consistent with our corporate design.
- You develop and maintain digital content such as website content, product presentations and digital product information.
- WordPress skills and a basic technical understanding of websites are an advantage.
THESE GOALS SHOULD MOTIVATE YOU
- You ensure that customer and packaging print files can move safely and reliably into production.
- You reduce questions, correction loops, errors and production delays caused by incomplete or incorrect files.
- You strengthen our prepress process through CTP, imposition and cooperation with external plate-making partners.
- You turn marketing ideas into visible results quickly, creatively and consistently with our brand.
YOU ARE A GOOD FIT FOR US IF
- … you think about design not only aesthetically, but also with clear goals, brand consistency and production requirements in mind.
- … you enjoy creative work but are equally careful when working with technical print files.
- … you do not simply pass print files on, but check, document and prepare them carefully.
- … you see CTP, imposition, plate imaging and cooperation with external plate-making partners as important parts of strong prepress operations.
- … you remain solution-oriented, friendly and calm, even when customers request last-minute adjustments.
- … you see it as a strength to support customers professionally, even shortly before production starts.
- … you enjoy working with Marketing, Customer Care, Prepress, Production and Quality.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US
- A varied part-time or full-time role at the interface of marketing design, DTP, CTP and packaging production.
- You work on media and print files for packaging that becomes part of real consumer experiences and is used by some of the world's best-known food brands.
- Close cooperation with Marketing, Customer Care, Prepress, Production, Quality and external plate-making partners.
- Modern hardware and software, including Adobe Creative Cloud and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
- A supportive and appreciative team culture.
- An attractive salary with development potential, training opportunities and a team-wide bonus system.
WHERE TO FIND US
ELLER foodPackaging is based in Villingen-Schwenningen in southern Germany, in the beautiful state of Baden-Württemberg. The city is close to Switzerland and Lake Constance.
Surrounded by the Black Forest, the region offers a wide range of leisure activities – from relaxing hikes and cycling tours to outdoor sports and adventures.
Working with us means not only taking on exciting professional challenges, but also enjoying a high quality of life in one of Germany's most attractive regions.
For us, the best grades are not what matters most. What counts is your enthusiasm for our shared goal. Do you believe in what we are building?
- Send me your motivation letter and tell me why your skills fit our goals.
- When could you start working with us?
- What are your salary expectations?
- A photo? Only if you want to. We look forward to getting to know you, with or without a picture.
See you soon, Sindy Bloeck
Sindy Bloeck
Talent Scout at ELLER foodPackaging
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