Graphic Designer

Job Description :

• Must be able to work onsite.
• This will be a hybrid once they are trained, 2 days a week in the office.
• For training, they will need to be in the office.
• Good possibility of extension beyond end of year.

Summary (Optional):

• The Graphic Designer/Control Specialist role will help us create Client labels and perform proofreading/verification tasks on product labelling.
• Ensuring input documents match output documents. Collaborate with the team to resolve differences identified during the process.
• Execute data and document management entries, configuration, and document processing in the electronic document management system.
• Assist project leaders with various tasks to support the development, design, and implementation of product labelling.
• Manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced deadline driven environment with minimal supervision.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

This section contains a list of primary responsibilities.

The incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.

• Design from concept and create/execute designs, layouts and illustrations and publish artwork.
• Ensure that labeling has been created/revised according to the requirements provided.
• Ensure all typesetting of packaging components (including the text, graphics, chemical structures, bar codes etc.) are as per guidelines and standard.
• Work with team to finalize artwork and proceed with submissions for agency approval.
• Ability to maintain clear traceability with multiple revisions.
• Proficient knowledge of Adobe software’s like “Acrobat,” “Photoshop,” “InDesign” & “Illustrator.”
• Proofread product labelling to ensure conformance to all inputs (e.g., redlines) utilizing manual techniques and electronic comparator software (e.g., Global Vision).
• Verify labelling artwork meets specification requirements (e.g., dimensions, tolerances, bar code type, placement, readability, etc.).
• Perform product data and document management entry, configuration, and processing in electronic document management system.
• Meet labelling project timelines and commitments.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. List knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
N/A: Interm or Co-op
• Experience of performing design control and document proofreading in accordance with ISO standards.
• Proficient in using software like “MS Office Suite,” “Adobe Acrobat,” “Photoshop,” “InDesign” & “Illustrator.”
• Ability to use electronic comparator software and manual proofreading techniques.
• Be meticulous and attentive to detail.
• Experience in quality control is considered an asset.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Education and/or Experience:

 Include the education and/or experience that is necessary to perform the job satisfactorily.
N/A: Interm or Co-op
• Advanced Diploma or Degree in Art & Design; Graphical Design; ICT; IT; or in an equivalent topic.
Or 3 to 5 years work experience working in similar role.
Completed artwork design certification program at technical school or satisfactory completion of proficiency examination