Punch Studio is hiring: Production Artist I in Culver City

SUMMARY The Production Artist is responsible for creating final digital and print-ready mechanical artwork for bulk product production. Reporting directly to the Director of Art Production, the Production Artist will coordinate and manage the flow of projects, work closely with Design, Product Development, and Sales teams to ensure timelines are met, and interface with outside vendors to ensure manufacturing accuracy and quality integrity.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Produce electronic artwork for print and 3D products on the Art Department’s MAC Operating System to final digital art according to established departmental guidelines/procedures and the guidance of the Director Print Production, Art Director, and Lead Production Artists.
Produce/create artwork for seasonal catalogs, marketing, and packaging for Punch Studio/Lady Jayne products.
Prepare and maintain detailed written documentation such as charts, instructions, and tracking sheets, required in the production processes (product development and catalog).
Troubleshoot problems as they arise with creative, product development, sales teams and vendor/factory.
Assist Director, Art Production with administrative duties involving workflow.
Perform all responsibilities and assigned projects within or under budget, to the highest quality possible, meeting deadlines on time.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, works under pressure to meet deadlines.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to see the whole picture without losing sight of the details.
Proactive “get it done” attitude, takes initiative when dealing with deadlines.
Ability to juggle multiple processes simultaneously; team player, flexible, and willing to accept change.
Willingness to contribute extra effort when required.
Ability to interface with all levels of management.
Minimum two years experience in a print production environment with 4 color print media.
Page layout and image editing program experience (Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) – advanced proficiency recommended.
Experience with text and image layout for print catalogs.
Knowledge of translating 2D templates into 3D digital product with wrapping artwork patterns.
Precise creative eye with strong analytical skills to build complex prints, patterns, repeats.
Strong skills in prioritizing, managing, and balancing multiple projects while meeting varying deadlines.
Team player with a positive attitude.
Textile and packaging design experience a plus, but not required.
Hybrid work schedule.
College education: minimum two years; preferably professional or college degree.
COMPENSATION $24.00 - $30.00 Hourly
Competitive compensation
Paid time off and holidays & Your Birthday!
Benefits plan including medical, dental and vision
Retirement and profit-sharing
401K available
Life Insurance

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