Creative Artwork Apprentice
Apprenticeship Opportunity at Rivendell Graphics – Start Your Career in the Graphics Industry!
Are you looking for an exciting apprenticeship opportunity? Look no further than Rivendell Graphics! We specialise in high-performance packaging creation and are on the lookout for fresh talent to join our team. This is your chance to kick-start your career in the graphics industry at our North Leeds site. If you have a passion for creativity, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to learn, we’d love to hear from you!
About the Role
As an apprentice at Rivendell Graphics, you’ll gain hands-on experience and develop key skills in the world of packaging and print production. You’ll be fully supported as you learn the end-to-end process, from order entry to final file delivery, ensuring you build a strong foundation for a successful career.
Key Responsibilities
- Learn all aspects of the Rivendell process, from order entry to printing plate production and final file delivery.
- Create studio briefs and work instructions following standard operating procedures (SOPs) while considering any special client requirements.
- Accurately apply job costings, ensuring all revenue streams are maximised.
- Submit and schedule all studio briefs into the production system.
- Collate and dispatch Epson proofs and any additional items requested by clients.
- Review artworks (pre-flight) for printability to ensure they meet Rivendell’s Print Specifications.
- Assist in building and amending artworks following SOPs.
- Support the creative design team initiating early-stage packaging concepts and designs to agreed timelines
- Assist the prototyping manager in outputting high quality packaging prototypes across multiple pack formats
- Learn how to run and maintain prototyping printing and construction equipment
- Assist in building and amending final repro files, ensuring they are press-ready and meet Print Specifications and range notes.
- Prioritise tasks to meet deadlines, aiming for on-time, in-full (OTIF) completion, and right-first-time (RFT) accuracy.
- Maintain a customer-focused approach, delivering outstanding service and upholding a proactive work ethic.
- Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve any potential issues.
- Maintain good housekeeping and organisational standards within the workspace.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for enthusiastic, detail-oriented individuals who are eager to learn and grow with us. The ideal candidate will be:
- Highly organised and able to stay calm under pressure.
- Friendly, approachable, and flexible – a great team player with strong communication skills.
- Proactive and positive, with a strong "can-do" attitude.
- Professional in their approach and eager to develop their skills.
Qualifications & Experience
- 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent), including Maths and English.
- Basic experience using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
Why Join Rivendell Graphics?
At Rivendell Graphics, we invest in our people and believe in nurturing talent. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, creative industry while working as part of a supportive team.
