Prepress Expert (Artwork Studio)

About this Position As a Prepress Expert in our Artwork Studio, your primary responsibility will be to ensure that all print materials meet the highest standards of quality and accuracy. You will play a crucial role in transforming design concepts into print-ready files while adhering strictly to brand guidelines and printer specifications. You'll be part of a collaborative team where open communication with designers, stakeholders, and team leads is key to achieving our project goals. Reporting to the Team Lead, you will contribute to onboarding new hires and driving process improvements, making your insights vital for the team's success. In this fast-paced environment, you will face unique challenges that call for innovation and attention to detail, as we strive to uphold our commitment to excellence in every piece we produce. Join us and make a meaningful impact on our mission to deliver outstanding visual communications!

What You´ll Do

• Create print-ready files by following printer specifications and brand guidelines to ensure high-quality outputs
• Utilize Esko plugins and software for efficient prepress processes, enhancing workflow efficiency and accuracy
• Perform color separation, retouching, and proofing while ensuring all artwork meets print feasibility and consistency standards
• Review and approve vendor print proofs, providing timely feedback to ensure alignment with project requirements and deadlines
• Oversee queue management, quality checks, and administrative duties to maintain seamless operations and adherence to SLAs
• Work closely with team leads, designers, and stakeholders to package and release files, ensuring all updates and concerns are communicated effectively
• Onboard new hires, provide training, and support process improvements while acting as the primary contact for prepress-related inquiries and documentation
  
  

What makes you a good fit

• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree in Multimedia Arts, Fine Arts, Graphic Design and Printing Technology or related course
• Minimum of three (3) years' relevant work experience in Artwork & Prepress
• Advanced knowledge in packaging, print preparation, prepress Image retouching
• Advanced technical skills in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop (for color retouching), Acrobat Pro; Esko Automation is highly preferred
• With high level of accuracy and attention to detail and must have project management skills, stakeholder management skills
• Strong communication skills - Fluent English (written/verbal interaction in an international environment)
• Amenable to work on a mid-shift schedule (3:00 PM to 12:00 MN) and report on a hybrid work set-up in Ayala Avenue, Makati
  
  

Some perks of joining Henkel

• A thriving career with the Top 15 Best Workplaces in the Philippines by Great Place to Work and the Top GBS Employer in the Philippines by the Everest Group for 4 consecutive years!
• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• HMO healthcare coverage plan
• Provident Fund
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance
  
  

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.