Production Graphic Designer (CorelDRAW / Packaging / Pre-Press)
About Us
we are printbranch a custom packaging company specializing in Mono Cartons, Rigid Boxes, and Corrugated Packaging. We work in a hybrid manufacturing model, coordinating design, material procurement, and production through a network of specialized vendors.
Job Summary
We are looking for a Production Graphic Designer with strong CorelDRAW skills and practical knowledge of packaging artwork preparation, keylines, and offset printing pre-press processes.
This role is more production-focused than creative-focused. The ideal candidate should be comfortable preparing print-ready artwork, handling packaging layouts, and coordinating artwork requirements for manufacturing.
Responsibilities
- Create and modify packaging artwork in CorelDRAW.
- Prepare print-ready files for offset printing.
- Work with keylines, dielines, cutter guides, folds, and packaging structures.
- Ensure artwork follows production and printing specifications.
- Check trapping, bleeds, overprints, color separations, and other pre-press requirements.
- Coordinate with production vendors and internal teams for artwork approvals.
- Adapt customer artwork to packaging templates and production requirements.
- Maintain organized artwork files and revision history.
Required Skills
- Proficiency in CorelDRAW.
- Experience with packaging artwork and print production.
- Understanding of keylines, dielines, and packaging layouts.
- Knowledge of offset printing and pre-press processes.
- Familiarity with CMYK color management and print file preparation.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Preferred Skills
- Experience in Mono Carton, Rigid Box, or Corrugated Packaging industries.
- Basic knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- Experience working with printers, converters, or packaging manufacturers.
- Ability to understand production constraints and suggest practical solutions.
Bonus Skills
- Experience using AI image-generation tools such as Midjourney, ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, or similar platforms.
- Ability to generate concept visuals and product mockups using AI tools.
What We Are Looking For
- Production mindset over creative agency mindset.
- Strong understanding of how artwork moves from screen to print.
- Ability to identify and prevent production issues before printing.
- Detail-oriented and quality-focused professional.
Experience
- 2–5 years preferred (Packaging or Print Industry experience highly desirable).
If you have experience preparing packaging artwork and understand the realities of print production, we'd like to hear from you.
Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹30,000.00 per month
Application Question(s):
Experience:
- CorelDraw: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
