At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex artwork production and ensure high-quality final files for client projects.
- Company: Join Markage, a fully remote Canadian team focused on creativity and collaboration.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible remote work, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with opportunities to mentor and guide others.
- Why this job: Make your mark in the creative industry while working with cutting-edge tools and talented professionals.
- Qualifications: Strong experience in artwork production and advanced Adobe Creative Cloud skills required.
The predicted salary is between 47250 - 57750 $ per year.
Markage is looking for a Senior Artworker to join our fully remote Canadian team.
This role focuses on leading complex artwork production, adaptation, and final file quality across client projects.
You will take responsibility for difficult or high-volume artwork workstreams, maintain technical and visual accuracy, and help other team members resolve production issues before release.
You will work with designers, design directors, artwork specialists, producers, project managers, and external production partners.
Clear communication, reliable follow-through, and careful work are expected.
AI-assisted tools may be used for version comparison, production checklists, asset organization, document preparation, and quality review.
All AI-assisted work must be reviewed for accuracy, relevance, confidentiality, and fit before it is shared or used.
Essential duties
- Lead complex artwork and production workstreams from approved design through final files.
- Prepare and review adaptations across formats, SKUs, markets, languages, and production specifications.
- Maintain strict accuracy across copy, typography, imagery, dimensions, dielines, and brand elements.
- Review artwork prepared by others and identify technical or content issues before release.
- Resolve production problems with designers, producers, printers, and specialist partners.
- Maintain robust version control, file naming, packaging, and final archive practices.
- Support efficient artwork workflows, templates, and quality-control checklists.
- Guide less experienced artwork team members on production standards and file discipline.
- Track approvals and ensure only current, authorized files move into production.
- Escalate risks involving content, specifications, timing, or production feasibility.
Essential requirements
- Strong senior-level artwork, production-design, or prepress experience.
- Advanced working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud and production workflows.
- Demonstrated ability to review complex files and maintain high accuracy under deadline.
- Holds a valid Dex Professional Senior Specialist Certification (DEX-PSS) in the Arts, Media & Creative Production domain.
Preferred qualifications
- Packaging or regulated-content artwork experience.
- Experience leading high-volume versioning or multilingual production.
- Experience mentoring artwork or production-design colleagues.
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Senior Artworker employer: Markage
At Markage, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters creativity and collaboration in the heart of Calgary, Vancouver, or Toronto. Our vibrant work culture encourages professional growth through mentorship and innovative projects, while our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our comprehensive benefits package. Join us to make a meaningful impact on corporate branding and thrive in a supportive environment that values your expertise and vision.
