Design and Pre-Press Manager
Reference: DUR003650-JK-1
Ballito. An exciting opportunity exists for a commercially minded creative leader with a passion for exceptional design and developing high-performing teams. A well-established business is seeking an experienced Design and Pre-Press Manager to lead its creative department drive operational excellence and ensure every piece of artwork is delivered to the highest production standards.
Duties & Responsibilities
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced print or packaging environment and enjoys balancing creativity with technical precision and strong leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage the Design and Pre-Press department including workflow planning resource allocation freelancers KPIs SOPs and continuous improvement initiatives
- Drive creative product design trend research packaging concepts customer presentations and brand consistency
- Take final responsibility for all print-ready artwork including colour management trapping foils embossing die-lines barcodes PDFs and quality assurance
- Collaborate closely with Sales Key Accounts Sampling Production and Procurement to ensure projects are delivered accurately and on time
- Mentor develop and inspire the design team to achieve outstanding results
Requirements:
- Minimum 8 years experience in packaging or print design
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Illustrator
- Strong knowledge of print production and pre-press processes
- Commercially aware with excellent organisational and leadership skills
- Calm under pressure with a passion for coaching and developing people
- Experience within the packaging print or FMCG industry is highly advantageous
If youre a creative leader who combines innovative design with technical excellence and enjoys building successful teams wed love to hear from you.
Apply:
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1