Gifting Designer

Great opportunity for a Designer to join the studio team at Card Factory - a fast-paced and creative environment where you get to see your ideas come to life! The studio is fun, friendly, and full of exciting challenges that will help you develop your skills. Our managers encourage teams to get out and explore the wide world of retail, where they can find new ideas and inspiration. Development days are encouraged, so the team can learn from each other, as well as new trends in the market.  This position is based at Junction 41 in Wakefield, with free parking. We offer flexible working. Everyone attends the Studio once a fortnight for team collaboration days but you’re welcome to attend more if you wish. If you prefer working from home, you’re welcome to work from home for a full week as long as you’re flexible attending the Studio when required.  Previous experience designing gifting products, wrap, party and stationery is essential for this role. Producing new artworks for commercial designs and style guides to use on gifting products, wrap, party, stationary and greeting cards  Creative formatting existing artworks into commercial products  Accurately preparing files ready for print  Creating customisable designs for online product  Creative research and development for upcoming ranges and trends  ​  Previous experience working as a Designer is essential  Gifting product, wrap, party, stationery or surface pattern experience is required  Excellent skills in Adobe Creative Suite, esp. Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign  Versatile design skillset  Strong typesetting skills  Knowledge of print limitations and experience of using finishes  3D technical knowledge for product and packaging templates and setup  Ability to work to tight deadlines  Strong communication skills  Strong awareness of competition & trends