Artwork Production Specialist Job In Hindustan Unilever In India, Mumbai

ABOUT UNILEVERBe part of the world's most successful, purpose-led business Work with brands that are well-loved around the world, that strive to improve the lives of our consumers and the communities around us every day Every day, nine out of ten Indian households use our products to feel good, look good and get more out of life - giving us a unique opportunity to build a brighter future We promote innovation, big and small, to make our business win and grow and we believe in business as a force for good Our brilliant business leaders and colleagues provide mentorship and inspiration, so you can be at your best.

At HUL, we believe that every individual irrespective of their race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, nationality, caste, disability or marital status can bring their purpose to life So apply to us, to unleash your curiosity, challenge ideas and disrupt processes use your energy to make the world a better place As you work to make a real impact on the business and the world, we'll work to help you become a better you!I Position SummaryThe primary purpose of this position is to lead the pack across the physical and digital world This includes the management of the adaptive design process using agencies from the adaptive design roster.

Working with the print management agency, leading the creation and approval of packaging artwork, including separations which are handed over to the printer in a timely manner With the agency partners, lead the creation of CGI pack images, and orchestration of product content for the omnichannel environment using Unilever's product management workflow systemThis person will be responsible for initiating and managing projects using the artwork management system and is responsible to oversee the production, storage and availability of artwork and pack images for usage through the digital channels The Artwork production specialist will interact with internal teams (Marketing, R&D, Supply Chain, E-commerce) who provide master design files and pack content, and external partners (print management agencies, design agencies, printers) who deliver the work in the form of mechanical artwork, pack image albums and printed packaging The role will orchestrate data making it available for usage downstream in E-commerce environment and other channels.

As technical experts, the Artwork Production Specialist will provide expertise in the end to end management of the pack to marketing and E-commerce teams by taking responsibility for the creation of artwork and digital pack images to be used in various channels and touchpoints internally and externally in an ever more digital and connected worldThis role will also require a level of team leadership within a group, and stakeholder management of the portfolio of work, including presenting artwork projects and data at leadership forums This role must demonstrate leadership of change management, improvement in ways of working and efficiency and how to execute and track this in the business The senior artwork specialist must be able to lead global workstreams for Artwork Excellence, reporting back into the workstream leader or/and the Artwork Leadership team Must have the ability to understand and get involved in activities beyond just Artwork e.

g E-commerce, digital, connected world, omnichannel environment, product content and management and purpose on packIl Position Responsibilities (Expected Work) Understand the artwork process, roles and responsibilities and how to fit this into the innovation project management process to deliver projects on time and in full.

Work with the Artwork Excellence Process team to identify improvements to the artwork process Sharing experiences and taking the time to training other APS's Present artwork updates at senior meetings as and when required, taking actions from these meetings.

Collaborate with marketing and design agencies at the design phase, providing expert guidance and technical inputs to ensure that the design is technically printable before the artwork is routed for internal approval Set-up and run pre-production meetings bringing together design agencies, print management agencies, printers and internal stakeholders to ensure that quality and consistency is maintained from artwork to print phase of the process.

Ensure that master design files are created according to prescribed toolbox specifications and handed over to the print management agencies correctly, and that the printed artwork matches the design requirements, Work with marketing to ensure visibility on artwork cost and spend, and that the printed packaging is optimized for cost eg print process, number of colours, etc.

Take accountability for delivery of mechanical artwork and separation files to printers, proactively manage issues Takes a lead role to drive agency improvements to quality and efficiency for their portfolios and locations Create and manage projects in the internal artwork management system adhering to Unilever's defined artwork process Manage the delivery of digital pack images following Artwork Excellence process, to the right quality and on time.

Manage internal and external stakeholder expectations for your tasks relating to status, timings and technical expertise Ensure that the print management agency follows the approved rate cards and service level agreements, and that responsible procurement and payment procedures are followed, in line with company policy Approve color reliable proofs on behalf of marketing to ensure that the proof meets marketing's expectations.

Sourcing of printer specifications and align them to the defined processes and ways of working Work on global and regional continuous improvement programs for Artwork Excellence.

Lead or participate in global workstreams representing categories or regions Share and rollout expertise that is relevant to your experience or desire to learn and lead Work with global Brand teams from Design to digital asset creation, and shares with Artwork Excellence colleagues globally takes accountability for driving consistency of project/brand rollouts globally/regionally.

Ill Challenges Coordinating multiple projects simultaneously working with various cross-functional team members as well as multiple external stakeholders at the same time Work through multi-cultural environment and people / partners in many different countries.

Managing artwork in a continuously changing environment, where timelines are always tight and artwork is always on the critical path for delivery Delivering this on time and efficiently Working with a process and online system that requires discipline from others.

Managing the external vendor's compliance within agreed lead time and quality of delivery, compliance to rate card and processes, particularly when they are not co-located in the same country Functioning as a technical expert and business partner to Marketing and other functional teams from design to artwork to print phase of the process.

Manage and report on print management agencies performance based on Unilever evaluation criteria Strong communication and influencing skills to manage self and othersIV ScopeThe scope of the role covers adaptive design, artwork, print management and digital image creation responsibilities.

This position can be responsible for several brands and categories at the same time This may be across market clusters or countries There is no central time zone and therefore the position may have to work in several different environments.

The individual must also coordinate multiple external vendors, also possibly within other time zones This will require interaction with many departments to manage all projects as per the artwork process.

Supporting the Artwork Production Manager by providing leadership to artwork, team and business activities when the managers requests, or is not available to do soV Skills (what) & Competencies (how)Key Competencies: Strong communication skills Ability to build collaborative relationships.

Leading people Change management Hold people accountable Good organizational awareness Strong at influencing.

Negotiating skills Business Partner mindset (not Customer Service) Ability to embrace and manage changeKey Professional Skills:3 - 5 Years' experience in artwork management or a similar role, which may include: print production, print management, graphic design, packaging development and or supply management, etcKey General Skills: Project Management Highly computer-literate.

Fluent English Intercultural Awareness

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