Studio Traffic Manager
hace 16 horas
Purley
Studio Traffic Manager Purley Our story so far. . At Tjarks and Tjarks, creativity meets craft. For over 30 years, we’ve been shaping bold, distinctive brands that don’t just sit on the shelf, they stand out and get chose n.Trusted partners to our clients across decades, we help navigate the ever-evolving world of shoppers and retail, designing packaging that connects, competes, and converts. From big ideas to flawless execution, we deliver a true 360° design-to-artwork approach. Efficient, precise, and globally consisten t.We don’t just collaborate, we create as one. Our team of experts blend imagination with technical excellence to bring brands to life in a seamless, truly integrated wa y. About the r ole We are looking for an experienced Traffic Manager to join our growing team! You will be a self-motivated team player with working knowledge and experience in the packaging artwork and design sp ace.This role requires management of the workflow and resource within the creative teams across the business internationally. This is a great opportunity for someone who is currently a traffic/studio manager at a design or creative agency who would like to be part of a growing international creative busin ess. The day t • o day Responsible for trafficking all creative work throughout the business ensuring all projects are executed within budget and to dea • dline.Liaising with key account team stakeholders across the business, managing timings and expectations, prioritising workflow & allocating resource (both in- house and freel, • ance).Work with the Directors on weekly and monthly resource planning and forecasting, ensuring efficient planning to meet client dead, • lines.Educate and work with all teams (Brand Guidelines, QC, Artwork, Design, Retouching and Client Services) on what is required to ensure projects are run at maximum efficiency and on b, • udget.Ensure all briefs are dispatched profitably in the studio based on individual’s strengths and skills, creating a workflow structure, reviewing daily work schedules and facilitating the best possible creative outcome on each pr, • oject.Coach and mentor the junior team members on the workflow pr, • ocess.Manage studio resources including holiday sign-offs with the line managers to ensure sufficient resourcing levels at all times and ensure we have the best pool of reliable freelancers in, • place.You will continuously review working practice across all departments in order to identify and recommend improvements to efficiency and effectiveness of cost, resource and time. Ab • out you Previous studio trafficking management experience, including excellent planning and forecasting • skills.Experience of the creative and production processes and the ability to manage workflow, relationships, budgets and productivity effe, • ctively.Possess an extensive understanding of packaging artwork and of the demands for executing a high turnover of artworks for a major retailer (thousands of SKU’s pe, • r year).Extensive experience of commercial brand delivery processes and outcomes and the ability to work on multiple projects and manage multiple project managers and de, • adlines.Expert Knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite/CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, I, • nDesign)Excellent print k nowledge Our Team & o ur values We’re a vibrant, creative crew who care as much about our culture as the work we make. Our values aren’t just posters on the wall, they were crafted by our team and guide everyth ing we do. Be Innovative – Think AheadBe collaborative – Succe ed togetherBe Supportive – Lift ea ch other upBe All In – Show up w ith purpose We’re always looking for talented, passionate people to join our growing squad in our Purley studio. If you’re ready to collaborate, create, and be part of something truly awesome, this is your playground.