Job Description

Job Title

Junior Artworker (Proofing & Production)

Location

Leeds. On site.

About Us

The Sign Group designs and manufactures bespoke signage for the trade. Everything is produced in-house, from CNC and laser cutting through to metalwork, LEDs and final assembly.

We're growing steadily and are looking to add a Junior Artworker to support the proofing and production artwork side of the business.

This is not a marketing role.

Role Overview

This role focuses on

proofing artwork and preparing manufacture-ready master files

.

You'll take rough artwork created internally or supplied by customers and turn it into clear, accurate proofs for quotation and customer sign-off. This includes applying correct sizes, proportions, fixing details and any other information needed for approval.

Once an order is placed, you'll then convert the signed-off proof into master artwork for CNC machines, laser cutters, metal fabrication, LED placement and general assembly.

You don't need to have done this exact job before. We'll train you on our processes, standards and file systems. What you

do

need from day one is confidence using Illustrator and the ability to work accurately.

It's a disciplined role where accuracy matters. Small mistakes are easy to miss on screen but very obvious in manufacture.

You'll be part of a six-person artwork team, with three of you focused specifically on proofing and master files.

Key Responsibilities

Proofing

Take rough or conceptual artwork and make it production-realistic Create clear customer proofs with correct measurements and detail Provide sales with accurate visuals and information for customer sign-off Ensure approved artwork can be manufactured as shown
Production Artwork

Create manufacture-ready master files from signed-off proofs Prepare files for CNC routing, laser cutting, metalwork and LED layouts Work to internal standards, tolerances and file structures Check artwork thoroughly before it reaches production Liaise with production to ensure files translate correctly into physical parts

Skills and Experience Required

Strong Adobe Illustrator skills (essential)

Confidence working with vectors, layers and file setup Excellent attention to detail A methodical and structured approach to work Ability to follow defined processes and standards
Training will be provided on signage-specific workflows, production requirements and internal systems.

Desirable, But Not Essential

Photoshop Experience within signage, manufacturing or production environments Familiarity with CNC, laser cutting or fabrication processes

Who This Role Suits

Someone who enjoys precision and accuracy Someone confident in Illustrator who wants to learn a specialist role Someone who likes turning rough artwork into clear, approved, build-ready files

Ready to Apply?

If you're interested in working on detailed artwork that becomes real, physical signage, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply with your CV and any relevant examples of Illustrator work.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,500.00-27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company events Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Leeds LS12 6HH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Have you worked for a sign company, outside of print production?
Experience:

Adobe Ilustrator: 2 years (required)
Work Location: In person