Finalizer / Artworker

VML is a global creative company that combines brand experience, customer experience, and commerce to create connected brands that drive growth. Guided by a Human First philosophy, VML is known for its innovative work for brands and consistently ranks among the world’s leading creative companies, including the WARC Creative 100. VML’s global network spans 55+ markets with principal offices in Buenos Aires, Kansas City, London, New York, São Paulo, Shanghai and Singapore.

VML is part of WPP, the trusted growth partner for the world's leading brands. Powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform WPP Open, WPP unites cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, creativity, production, enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel.

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Finalizer / Art Worker

Job Description

Job Summary

The Finalizer / Art Worker is responsible for the design and layout, photo editing and manipulation, and final production of work created within the agency, including (but not limited to) print, OOH, collateral pieces, websites, banners, online content, television storyboards and radio scripts, client and new business presentation decks, and internally produced documents and books.

Role and Responsibilities

• Graphic design and layout to create visual solutions that work with overarching brand or campaign concepts
• Photo editing, manipulation, and compositing
• Final mechanical builds of creative concepts to match vendor and production specifications
• Work closely with fellow staff to implement direction and changes
• QC and troubleshoot as needed
• Works within departmental and agency best practices for file construction and storage
• Manual skills, such as mounting and trimming of presentation boards, book binding, wall wraps, and other tactile functions
• Maintenance of department machines, resources, and workspace

Our Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Multimedia Design, or Advertising preferred
• 2-5 years previous production and print design experience preferred
• Advanced knowledge and experience with Adobe Creative Suite required
• Sensitive to creative process, and able to work within creative mandates
• A proven track record of gaining trust and respect by consistently demonstrating sound critical-thinking skills and maintaining composure in stressful situations
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate with all levels of employees
• Exceptional attention to detail with exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to follow through in delivering time-sensitive documents and advertising materials

Preferred Profile

• Highly creative and have a sharp eye for details
• Meticulous, patient, versatile and reliable
• Time management skills
• Flexible team-player and supportive to them at all times
• Hard worker, devoted and works under pressure
• Ability to handle multiple jobs in an organized manner
• Ability to get instructions from multiple persons
• Be precise in following orders and amendments

Technical Skills

• Adobe Illustrator CC
• Adobe Indesign CC
• Adobe Photoshop CC
• QuarkXpress / Indesign plus
• Any popular 3D program (preferable if works with mac OS)
• Printing types & requirement for each type.
• Layout, montage, and die-cuts drawing.
• Doing mockups and production samples.
• Products and activities, including:
  • Websites
  • Packaging
  • Books and magazines
  • Corporate identity
  • Advertising
  • Exhibitions and displays
• Comfortable to work in MAC OS environment.
• Have experience of taking full ownership of off-line projects from start to finish.

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office an average of four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP (VML) is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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