Design Partners is hiring: Production Artist in Racine

Overview

Design Partners is seeking an experienced Production Artist, who is an expert in creative execution to work on a wide range of brand, digital, packaging and merchandising projects. This position is On-Site, In Office.

Who you are

You are a driven individual who enjoys being part of an energetic and inspired team. We are actively looking for a motivated self-starter with experience in the pre-press world. You are an expert in creative execution and have a sense of good design. You are committed to drive results for our clients. If you believe you are this person, then you may be the perfect fit for our team!

Responsibilities

• Responsible for preparing print-ready files for various types of printing processes
• Technical know-how of various printing processes (offset, lithography, digital, gravure, screen and flexo)
• Technical knowledge of color processes (CMYK, spot color and extended gamut)
• Mix of both creative and technical skills to create a finished product that meets brand goals.
• Attention to detail & superior organizational skills
• Ability to collaborate with graphic designers (internal and agency partners) to execute final creative vision
• Provide image retouching, clipping paths and additional image manipulation including adjusting color balance, size and resolution to ensure that images are of the highest possible quality
• Conduct press checks when/if necessary
• Follow development timelines to ensure tasks and projects are completed on time
• Ability to multi-task and manage shifting priorities
• Troubleshoot problems with designers and printers to find solutions
• FDA food label guideline knowledge a plus
• Responsible for the accuracy and quality of a file
• Packaging, point of sale, display files
• Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Acrobat) Esko 3D software knowledge a plus
• File collection, packaging and pre-flight files for release as well as proof graphics files from printers
• Knowledge of HP printers
• Knowledge/experience with various project routing software a plus (Workfront, etc.)

Experience and Skills

5+ years experience in pre-press as a Production Artist

Education

A degree in a graphic design related field is a plus

Contact

Our service integrity has been at the core of our success for over 40 years. We combine smart strategic thinking with true creative delivery.

Design Partners has a comprehensive benefit package and salary that is commensurate with experience.

We’d love to hear from you.

Please contact our HR Director at susank@design-partners.com

Design Partners

design-partners.com

Job details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Art/Creative, Design, and Production
• Industries: Graphic Design

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