TipTopJob
Print and Production Assistant
Get notified of more jobs like this · No spam, ever
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Job Title: Print and Production Assistant : Experiential Marketing and Events
Location: Leeds, on-site
Salary: GBP28,100 per year
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:45am - 17:45pm
Start Date: ASAP
About Us
At Link Communication we create effective brand experiences that drive growth for brands, using promotional sampling and experiential marketing.
Our 28+ year experience has developed highly effective strategies across all chains of supermarkets, convenience retailers, consumer events and trade shows. We represent a wide range of global leaders and innovators across food, drink, lifestyle, and technology brands : for whom they have recently won the marketing industry Awards for The Most Effective Retail Sales Experience in 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019 and 2018.
Link Communication are one of the UK's leading experiential marketing production teams. We design and build everything from branded sampling stands and uniform kits to full-blown event experiences for big-name clients.
We've just moved into a brand-new production HQ in Leeds, and we're looking for a friendly, practical, get-stuck-in sort of person to join our production crew.
Role Overview
We are looking for a Print and Production Assistant with a strong design background to support our busy design, print, and production teams. This is a hands-on, directly supported role, ideal for someone who enjoys seeing creative work move from screen to finished product.
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
You will be responsible for preparing artwork for print, operating and maintaining print and finishing equipment, and supporting the wider production process to ensure high-quality outputs are delivered on time and to brand standards.
Please note: this is not a Graphic Design role.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Production
- Construction: Woodworking, painting, decorating, building, branding, and fabricating display materials and equipment
- Rigging: Leading or assisting the set up, pack downs, and loading of equipment and materials, as directed
- Production Planning: Setting and agreeing timelines for production and ordering, with escalating cost implications
- Campaign Support: Providing effective support for live activity, as required by the business
Artwork Preparation for Print
- Set up and prepare artwork files using Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).
- Ensure all files meet print specifications including bleed, resolution, colour profiles, formats, and material requirements.
- Adapt and amend artwork to suit different print applications and materials.
Print Queue and Machine Operation
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
- Operate and assist with the setup, mounting, and maintenance of print equipment including:
- HP printers
- Latex printers
- Summa plot cutters
- DTF printers
- Industrial laminators
- Manage print queues and production schedules to meet deadlines efficiently.
Troubleshooting and Application
- Identify and resolve issues between digital artwork and physical production (e.g. scaling, colour discrepancies, material limitations).
- Work closely with designers and production staff to find practical solutions.
Mounting, Finishing and Branding
- Trim, mount, laminate, and finish printed graphics to a high professional standard.
- Apply branding to uniforms using heat presses and finishing equipment, ensuring consistency and quality.
Inventory and Quality Control
- Monitor and manage stock levels of print materials, uniforms, and consumables.
- Carry out quality control checks to ensure all outputs meet brand, colour, and finish standards before dispatch.
Production Support
- Assist with campaign kit preparation, production builds, and occasional on-site installations when required.
- Support the wider production team during busy periods.
Organisation and Maintenance
- Maintain a clean, organised, and efficient production environment.
- Ensure tools, equipment, files, and
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London