Job Description
An ideal candidate will be responsible for preparing and completing artwork for print or digital media, including packaging, advertising and other marketing materials working on tasks behind the scenes.
The production artist job description often includes the ability to:
* Collaborate closely with art directors, designers and developers
* Prepare final, press-ready files based on supplied specifications for several types of printing
* Make various formats of supplied artwork production-ready and resolve any artwork issues that arise during production
* Provide image retouching, clipping paths and additional image manipulation
* Package and prepare files for release to printers or media partners
* Create PDFs for print and client review
* Conduct press checks
* Prepare images for online and mobile applications
* Maintain production files, including fonts, images, logos and other artwork
* Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time
* Troubleshoot problems as they arise with both the creative team and the printer
* Stay up to date with current graphic design trends, techniques and software
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software including:
a. InDesign: knowledge of basic features, pages, spreads, catalog production, links, ability to recreate basic layout from sample PDF
b. Acrobat: knowledge of basic Tools such as Edit PDF, Optimize PDF, export images save drawings, repurpose content
c. Illustrator: working knowledge of basic features including Text, Palettes, Document setup, saving text as outlines, embedding links, legacy formats
d. Photoshop: Ability to recognize image quality and practical useability, understanding of basic Tools, file types and technical skills such as masking and color correction
Work in a PC environment (not Mac)
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.