Print & Production Designer
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Company: Netflorist
Location: Midrand
Job Purpose
The R&D Print & Production Designer is responsible for transforming creative and product concepts into production-ready, commercially viable and repeatable solutions.
Working closely with Product Developers, Suppliers, Production, Marketing and Creative, the role combines graphic design, print production, prototyping and technical problem-solving to develop products, packaging, printed elements and production solutions that can be manufactured efficiently, consistently and cost-effectively.
The role bridges the gap between creative design and physical production by assessing production feasibility, developing artwork and production files, creating die-lines, templates and prototypes, testing materials and production methods, establishing specifications and supporting accurate costing.
The R&D Print & Production Designer is also responsible for ensuring that new products and production processes are successfully implemented by Production through clear technical documentation, production samples, standardised processes and training.
The role drives continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve production methods, reduce waste, improve quality and introduce new materials, technologies and production capabilities.
Main Duties & Responsibilities
1. Creative & Production Feasibility
Description: Translate creative concepts into practical production solutions.
Review Product Development and Creative briefs to assess production feasibility.
Identify the materials, printing processes, machinery, equipment and production techniques required to produce concepts.
Assess whether existing production capabilities can achieve the required design, quality and finish.
Recommend design changes where required to improve manufacturability, efficiency or cost without compromising the customer experience.
Identify potential production challenges early in the development process.
Work closely with Product Developers and Creative to ensure designs are technically achievable.
Research alternative production methods, materials and finishes where required.
2. Graphic Design & Print Production
Description: Develop production-ready artwork and technical files for products and printed components.
Create and adapt artwork for production across a range of products, packaging and printed materials.
Prepare print-ready artwork and ensure files meet production requirements.
Create and maintain die-lines, templates, cutting guides, print specifications and production layouts.
Apply knowledge of print processes including digital, lithographic, large-format, sublimation, vinyl, las
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