The overall purpose of the role

The Technical Author in our Product Development Team is responsible for consolidating information from suppliers to communicate across the Group

Responsibilities

• Collate all data, collateral and photography for new product launches.
• Build and then take photos of new products and their components to ensure excellent and intelligent imagery is available.
• Design and create line drawings and user instructions.
• Writing and editing product instructions and technical data sheets.
• Create products packs (a product information pack will be distributed prior to product launch.)
• Ensure product launch deadlines are met.
• Ensure all Ultima Displays companies are kept up to date with new product information and collateral.
• Create and maintain a complete catalogue of all current Ultima products that are available from China.
• Research projects and compile findings into a presentable format.
• Production of data sheets, research findings and visual material.
• Collaborate with product development personnel to clarify technical processes.
• Create and maintain a library of UK and European competitors and all products purchased from China.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• Hold a relevant degree to the role is advantageous.
• Mid to light weight Graphic Designer with a bias towards technical illustration and photography.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work to deadlines.
• Proficient at working on Adobe Creative Cloud using Photoshop, InDesign and illustrator.
• MAC literate.
• Knowledge of website maintenance and copywriting skills is desirable.
• Photography skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience of working with exhibition stands would be preferred.
• Maintaining professional internal and external relationships that meet company values.
• Able to manage your own workload and work independently.
• The role will require you to be practical and hands on with the stands

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £25,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• A-Level or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• Adobe Creative Suite: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 14/03/2025