Trainee Prepress/ Artwork Assistant
Description
Build your Career with an Industry Leader
MCC was founded in 1916, initially as the Franklin Development Company, later becoming Multi-Color Corporation. While our name and industry have evolved over the years, MCC has consistently been a pioneer of label printing. Most notably, we developed in-mould labelling in the 1970s — a solution still widely used today. For over a century, we’ve created premium labels for the world’s most iconic brands. Our Cardiff site proudly produces innovative and high-quality labels for brands recognised by consumers across the UK and is fully ISO and BRCGS certified.
Origination Team
Our origination team plays a vital link between our customer service teams and our printing teams, ensuring that our customers artwork is accurately interpreted and transferred to ensure high quality labels are produced smoothly through our print presses.
Role Responsibilities
- Learn how to and assist in developing customer design concepts into print-ready artwork using Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop) and Artpro+.
- Learn how to check artwork produced adheres to customer brand guidelines and ensure that final files are accurate to agreed signed off proofs; liaising with our customer service and production teams as well as external artwork agencies.
- Learn how to prepare files for print production following press specifications and processes.
- Support the team in maintaining quality and accuracy of artwork while meeting deadlines.
- Assist in preparing files for external suppliers and in-house plate production.
- Gain a general understanding of producing printing plates and screens under supervision, following health and safety and standard operating procedures.
- Work closely with our production, sales and design teams to understand the full print process.
Skills
- Some knowledge of IT software packages: Adobe Illustrator or a strong willingness to learn. (Experience of Photoshop/ Artpro+ desirable)
- Good attention to detail and a strong interest in the technical aspects of design, print, and packaging.
- Ability to follow instructions carefully and manage tasks in a structured, organised way.
- Good communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
- Willingness to learn, take feedback, and develop new skills.
- Positive, enthusiastic, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
This role would ideally suit someone looking to start their career in the print industry, with an interest in the technical aspects of print and packaging. The successful candidate will join a small, dedicated team and learn mostly on the job about the software, processes and equipment used in printing, alongside opportunities for personal development and training in support of career development.
Please note:
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK - sponsorship is not available for this role.
We're not engaging agency support at the moment, but we do appreciate the tags and extra exposure.