Graphics Expert (Post Production)

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The Post Production team ensure the quality of large volumes of marketing images; through checking image quality, airbrushing imperfections and adhering to bespoke art directions using specially designed in-house techniques. This role focusses on checking, prepping and approving artwork files to be used in the creation of omnichannel services and includes monitoring queries on Artwork files through a dedicated shared mailbox. As well as checking artwork meets our requirements you will be using multiple software packages (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Packz) to bring non-compliant artwork up to specifications This role includes communication across our imaging department and with the wider NIQ Brandbank business via various communication portals. You will also be trained to complete standard Post Production workflow tasks to fulfil internal department KPIs when required – including but not limited to workflow processing, ad-hoc requests and content QA.

• Checking artwork files provided by clients to use in content creation and providing feedback on the suitability of the files provided.
• Ensuring consistency in the quality of supplied content through a thorough checking process.
• Understanding how artwork files will be used in omnichannel content creation.
• Correcting files to the required specification using specific software platforms (Photoshop, Illustrator, Packz.
• Have an in-depth knowledge of artwork, the ingestion of artwork and modification/preparation of artwork
• Prioritising workload according to Service Level Agreements/internal KPIs and Urgent work requests and reporting on these when required.
• Create and learn new editing techniques to improve efficiency, including Photoshop actions, as needed.
• Content creation for new and ongoing imaging services developed by the business, using various software packages.
• Identify and escalate problems with Post Production and Supplied Content Portal processes and help to improve them wherever possible.
• Answering internal queries from other departments within the business agreed department KPIs.
• Addressing and resolving queries and issues sent to the department through our shared mailboxes.
• Ensuring quality of images while working to a high volume; understanding and maintaining the different NIQ Brandbank specifications.
• Understanding product and pack photography and knowing how to address common issues through use of image editing techniques.

• Degree-level or equivalent qualification in a related subject.
• Practical experience of retouching and expertise in Photoshop.
• Efficiency and speed whilst maintaining a high quality of Post Production.
• Organised with a positive attitude.
• Team player and always willing to offer support.
• Time management, prioritisation and multi-tasking abilities.
• Excellent communication skills – written and verbal.
• Knowledge of post production processes and studio environment.
• Attention to detail; a passion for post production and photography.
• Responsible attitude with the ability to cope well under pressure.
• Able to work well with others; raise issues and provide suggestions for solutions.

• High level of post production knowledge and training is crucial.
• Advanced training in Adobe Photoshop is essential and knowledge of the rest of the Adobe suite is desirable.
• Experience of studio/product photography would be useful.
• Office experience is desired as the role is office based and requires regular communication via email and use of Microsoft Office.
• You may be asked to undertake additional duties to those above, either on a temporary or permanent basis, which the Company reasonably believes you are capable of carrying out, or for which you will be trained.

Our Benefits

• Flexible working environment
• Volunteer time off
• LinkedIn Learning
• Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP)

About NIQ

NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population.

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