Chapman Taylor : Senior Artworker Manchester, United Kingdom

Artworker is needed in Manchester, United Kingdom.

Client: Chapman Taylor

Location: Manchester, UK

Contract: Contractor

Company Description

Chapman Taylor is an award-winning practice of global architects and masterplanners, specialising in Residential, Retail, Leisure, Hospitality and Office design. With 15 design studios across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we have longstanding relationships with many of the world’s leading developers, contractors, consultants, investors, and brands. Our pooled knowledge and creative expertise allows us to create vibrant mixed-use environments for people to enjoy. We are the proud winner of over 300 global design awards.

Mid/Senior Level Creative Artworker – 9-12 months Maternity Cover (Manchester)

Chapman Taylor is seeking a talented Mid/Senior Creative Artworker to join our team. This is a temporary position to cover maternity leave for 9-12 months, and you will be based at our Manchester studio. As a crucial member of our Graphics Team, you will be instrumental in providing creative artworker support to our teams on both UK and international projects.

• To support architectural teams in managing and overseeing all project-related documentation, including bids, capability documents, design presentations, and reports.
• Create and develop artwork for a variety of materials, including brochures, catalogues, presentations, public exhibition boards, bid documents, requests for proposals, project design reports, and more
• Perform high-quality image retouching and photography enhancement
• Collaborate with printing partners and manage print processes
• Take ownership and responsibility for projects from the initial brief to final delivery
• Keep the Head of Graphics and Manchester Studio Directors informed of project progress at every stage to ensure that design deadlines are met

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• Proficiency in producing high-quality and creative brochures and documentation for electronic and print-ready formats
• A portfolio showcasing inspiring, creatively driven work highlighting conceptual thinking and robust visual design skills
• Exceptional attention to detail, with a keen eye for layout and typography
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to confidently present ideas
• Excellent time-management skills, enabling you to work under tight deadlines while managing multiple projects concurrently
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to deliver innovative and creative print and digital projects from concept to final execution
• Experience in project management
• Familiarity with adherence to brand and corporate guidelines where applicable
• Previous experience within an architectural practice would be advantageous
• A bachelor’s degree in graphic design
• Proven experience in graphic design in a similar industry
• Motion graphics/animation skills are a plus