Freelance Graphic Designer (Project based + Onsite)

The Role:-------------The Studio Artist (Mechanical Artist) is responsible for creating print mechanicals. They will develop accurate and high quality artwork for production assignments to incorporate in final layout. They will need to be able to work in a high paced environment with tight deadlines whilst still delivering work to the highest standards.Key Responsibilities:-------------------------* Responsible for building and prepping print and digital mechanical files for release to production using Adobe Creative Suite software* Liaise with Project Management and Print Production teams on print preparation* While honoring the design intent as much as possible, the mechanical artist will be responsible for the iteration and versioning of localized and original artwork files, solving for unique re-formatting needs as required* Act as a brand QC/Guardian – always ensure brand guidelines, QC checklists and procedures are followed* Manage a high-volume workload, including foreign language versions, if requiredRequirements:-----------------* A degree or diploma in packaging, printing technology, graphics arts is preferable or at least 3-5 years of equivalent experience providing production support (print and digital) to art directors and designers within an in-house creative team or studio* Experienced in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop* Good knowledge of print, colour retouching, and digital artwork production* A good team player and able to work accurately under pressure and be committed to regularly updating skills through training* Proficiency in OS & iOS software is a plus* Ability to adapt to the company’s way of working after training* Able to adhere to a consistent graphic production and checking process, while also identifying opportunities for improvement* Resourceful, adaptable, creative, and results-oriented with high energy and a positive attitude* Ability to work in a fast paced, demanding creative and production environment* Attention to detail and a strong design sensibility are essential* Good awareness of current and emerging technologies* Good communication and interpersonal skills* Proficiency in written and oral English is strongly preferred* Must be able to travel as required, sometimes several weeks at a timeOur Hogarth Values:Hands on No egos here. Just a shared drive to roll up our sleeves and make great things happen. Every project--big or small, gets our full energy because we believe in doing things right. Every single time. It's how we deliver real results without cutting corners. Honesty We are real and authentic – with each other and in our work. Honest, direct communication builds the trust we need to collaborate, grow, and make meaningful things together. It’s not always easy but it’s always worth it.Heart & Soul We bring heart to everything we make. Passion, pride and relentless drive push us beyond “good enough” ––because we care deeply about our craft, and we’re always chasing better. We love what we do, and it shows.Happy Family Creating a space where everyone feels valued--even when opinions differ, makes this a supportive and inclusive environment for our people. We embrace our differences, celebrate our wins together, and never lose our sense of humor. Hungry Curiosity keeps us hungry. We question, experiment, and always seek out what's next. We never settle, and we never stop learning.