JOB SUMMARY The Creative Artist prepares artwork for embroidery as well as other techniques (screen‑print, metals, accessories, etc.). The Creative Artist also prepares art approvals for customers. Accurate, timely completion of the duties of the Creative Artist is an essential component in ensuring that company‑wide goals of quality and on‑time delivery are attained. The expectation is to support customer logo requests and spec art requests by providing support and collaboration with other departments.
COMPENSATION
Hourly pay range: $20-25. The final offer will be determined by a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications.
SCHEDULE
8:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday – Friday with overtime (Saturday 7:00 am – noon) as required.
Staggered shift start and end times may be assigned based on the needs of the department.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
None
DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Use template design to create customer‑requested logos.
Manipulate customer art files in Adobe Illustrator to follow our embroidery requirements.
Prepare artwork approvals following embroidery guidelines, color standards, and account history to be presented to customers to show what they will receive.
Meet the daily production requirements goals of completing 1 job per 15 minutes on average.
Work on orders in a timely manner to ensure they are going into production before the need‑by date on the order.
Ensure all order notes and details are followed to prevent returned products.
Participate in cross‑training within the team to maximize production and quality goals.
Provide feedback to management on processing.
Workload from Production Art including assigned spec art work.
Additional duties as assigned.
MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Redraw files using Adobe Illustrator to create vector artwork.
Prepare artwork for screen‑print designs, metal accessories, and other specialty products.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES
Extreme proficiency in Illustrator.
Knowledge of both MAC and PC OS platforms.
Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and InDesign preferred.
Knowledge of other relevant computer software and systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent electronic communication and functional ability.
Ability to multi‑task under pressure in a high‑volume, fast‑paced environment.
Good problem‑solving skills.
Ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail.
Must possess initiative, energy, and drive.
Ability to maintain good working relationships with co‑workers and management.
Excellent organizational skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
High school diploma required.
Vocational school graduate with study in graphic design a plus, with experience in graphic design required.
Associate’s, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience in Graphic Design required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and type.
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
Regularly required to walk.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Office environment.
Exposure to moderate noise level.
VISION REQUIREMENT
Close vision.
Color vision.
Ability to adjust focus.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended or to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ahead, LLC is a socially responsible company and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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In Summary: The Creative Artist prepares artwork for embroidery as well as other techniques (screen‑print, metals, accessories, etc.) The expectation is to support customer logo requests and spec art requests . The final offer will be determined by a candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications .
En Español: RESUMEN DE JOB El artista creativo prepara obras de arte para bordado, así como otras técnicas (impresión en pantalla, metales, accesorios, etc.). La oferta final se determinará por la experiencia, las habilidades y las calificaciones de un candidato. Programación 8:30 am 5:00 pm Lunes Viernes con horas extras (sábado 7:00 am ?? 12:00) según sea necesario. Se pueden asignar horarios de inicio y finalización de turnos estagnados en función de las necesidades del departamento. RESPONSABILIDADES DE SUPERVISORIO NO DUTIOS/Respostas Utilice el diseño de plantillas para crear logotipos solicitados por los clientes. Manipular archivos de arte del cliente en Adobe Illustrator para cumplir nuestros requisitos de bordado El lunes viernes con aprobaciones de trabajo artístico para mostrar a los clientes lo que recibirán. No se pretende ni debe interpretarse como una lista exhaustiva de todas las responsabilidades, deberes y habilidades requeridas del personal clasificado así. Las tareas, responsabilidades y actividades pueden cambiar o nuevas pueden asignarse en cualquier momento con o sin previo aviso. Equal Opportunity Employer Ahead, LLC es una empresa socialmente responsable y un Empleador de Igualdad de Oportunidades. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Creative Artist Job at Ahead in New Bedford
Ahead, New Bedford, MA, USA
Job type: Full Time