Print Graphic Designer

Merchandising Graphic + Production Designer- JUNE- SEPTEMBER 2025 CONTRACTA global leader in the beauty and consumer products space is seeking a highly organized and detail-driven Merchandising Graphic + Production Designer to join their creative team on a contract basis. This role is ideal for someone with strong print production experience who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment and enjoys bringing Art Director-approved concepts to life across a variety of permanent merchandising formats.This position is hybrid out of NYC, requiring 3 days onsite per week.Schedule + CompensationHybrid schedule: 3 days onsite in NYCMonday – Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PMContract opportunity- 3 MONTHSPay rate: $34.04/hrPosition OverviewSeeking a highly organized and detail-driven print production designer for permanent merchandising who brings experience translating Art Director-approved designs into pre-production artwork across multiple retail accounts and formats. This individual should have a sharp eye for consistency, a strong command of production workflows, and the ability to manage fast-moving timelines across a high volume of deliverables.Key ResponsibilitiesTake Art Director-approved designs and translate them into pre-production artwork, adapting and resizing across all permanent merchandising formats and sizes to ensure consistency prior to mechanical house handoffExecute simple layout and bullnose design workOrganize and maintain assets within a shared cloud server environmentHandle mechanical production and file preparation for handoff to external vendorsSupport retouching, color matching, and print proof review in alignment with layout requirementsEnsure accuracy and consistency across multiple concurrent projects and deliverablesRequired Skills + ExperienceDeep expertise in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and AcrobatStrong background in print production and mechanicalsWorking knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPointStrong eye for visual style across typography, design, and photographyExperience partnering closely with Art Directors to execute print artworkProven ability to manage production timelines in a fast-paced environmentBeauty, cosmetics, fashion, or consumer goods retail industry experience preferredPreferred Personal QualitiesHighly organized with exceptional attention to detailCollaborative, proactive, and solutions-orientedStrong interpersonal and communication skillsFlexible and receptive to feedbackAble to effectively prioritize and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously