APPRENTICESHIP OPPORTUNITY AT RIVENDELL GRAPHICS – START YOUR CAREER IN THE GRAPHICS INDUSTRY!

Are you looking for an exciting apprenticeship opportunity? Look no further than Rivendell Graphics! We specialise in high-performance packaging creation and are on the lookout for fresh talent to join our team. This is your chance to kick-start your career in the graphics industry at our North Leeds site. If you have a passion for creativity, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to learn, we’d love to hear from you!

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for enthusiastic, detail-oriented individuals who are eager to learn and grow with us. The ideal candidate will be:

• Highly organised and able to stay calm under pressure.
• Friendly, approachable, and flexible – a great team player with strong communication skills.
• Proactive and positive, with a strong “can-do” attitude.
• Professional in their approach and eager to develop their skills.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above (or equivalent), including Maths and English.
• Basic experience using Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).

ABOUT THE ROLE

As an apprentice at Rivendell Graphics, you’ll gain hands-on experience and develop key skills in the world of packaging and print production. You’ll be fully supported as you learn the end-to-end process, from order entry to final file delivery, ensuring you build a strong foundation for a successful career.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Learn all aspects of the Rivendell process, from order entry to printing plate production and final file delivery.
• Create studio briefs and work instructions following standard operating procedures (SOPs) while considering any special client requirements.
• Accurately apply job costings, ensuring all revenue streams are maximised.
• Submit and schedule all studio briefs into the production system.
• Collate and dispatch Epson proofs and any additional items requested by clients.
• Review artworks (pre-flight) for printability to ensure they meet Rivendell’s Print Specifications.
• Assist in building and amending artworks following SOPs.
• Support the creative design team initiating early-stage packaging concepts and designs to agreed timelines
• Assist the prototyping manager in outputting high quality packaging prototypes across multiple pack formats
• Learn how to run and maintain prototyping printing and construction equipment
• Assist in building and amending final repro files, ensuring they are press-ready and meet Print Specifications and range notes.
• Prioritise tasks to meet deadlines, aiming for on-time, in-full (OTIF) completion, and right-first-time (RFT) accuracy.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach, delivering outstanding service and upholding a proactive work ethic.
• Work closely with internal and external stakeholders to troubleshoot and resolve any potential issues.
• Maintain good housekeeping and organisational standards within the workspace.