Open Position

Digital Print Apprentice (School Leaver)

Launch Your Future with MAD Colour!

Salary:

Competitive apprentice wage

Reporting To:

Print Production Manager

Location:

6 Alexander Road, Belfast

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm

Training:

NVQ Apprenticeship Programme (fully funded)

Salary:

Competitive apprentice wage

Reporting To:

Print Production Manager

Location:

6 Alexander Road, Belfast

Hours:

Monday–Friday, 8am–4pm

Training

NVQ Apprenticeship Programme (fully funded)

Launch Your Future with MAD Colour!

Are you finishing school and wondering what’s next? Want to earn while you learn in a fast-moving, creative industry? We’re MAD Colour — a local, award-winning design, print and manufacturing company with nearly 50 years of experience delivering bold, exciting work for top brands like Diageo, B Perfect and Belfast International Airport. We’re now looking for an enthusiastic Digital Print Apprentice to join our team. This is a hands-on opportunity to learn how we bring print to life — from large format graphics and retail displays to signage and exhibitions. You’ll be trained by experts, gain real experience and be enrolled on a relevant NVQ qualification to kickstart your career in print and display

What You’ll Do

  • Assist in setting up and operating digital print machines
  • Learn how to prepare artwork files and job sheets for production
  • Help finish and pack printed materials ready for delivery or installation
  • Maintain quality control checks on materials and output
  • Support the production team to meet deadlines across exciting live projects
  • Keep the workspace clean, safe and efficient

Who We’re Looking For

  • No experience required
  • A good attitude and a genuine interest in design, print or production
  • Willingness to learn and work as part of a team
  • Good attention to detail and pride in getting things right
  • Basic computer skills and strong communication
  • Reliability and a desire to build a future career with us

What You’ll Get?

  • Be part of a second-generation family business with great values
  • Work on exciting projects for well-known brands across retail, hospitality, beauty and more
  • Gain an industry-recognised NVQ qualification
  • 31 days of annual leave (plus up to 3 extra days based on service)
  • Career progression opportunities across production, design or client services

Employee Monitoring Questionnaire

Please download and fill out the Employee Monitoring Questionnaire form and upload it below. 

Why Join MAD Colour

We’ve an energetic and ambitious company that delivers creative design, print, signage, exhibition, display, fit out and digital solutions. You’ll be joining a collaborative team environment where innovation and service excellence come together—and where you’ll have the space to grow and develop professionally.

Deadline for applications:

Friday 29th August 2025