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Jobtailor is hiring: Production Artist in New York City

Jobtailor · Multiple locations ·

Job type:
Full Time

Responsibilities



  • Work closely with the Art Team and Creative + Development Team to understand project requirements and specifications

  • Prepare printer-ready files for various packaging materials, including labels, folding cartons, rigid boxes, belly bands, corrugated cartons, influencer

  • Evaluate client assets to make sure provided logos, illustrations and artwork are high-quality, and communicate to Development and Creative partners when updated assets are needed

  • Optimize files for printing, ensuring they meet industry standards and our clients' specifications

  • Display high level of accuracy and attention to details in artwork delivery

  • Review design files for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines

  • Conduct pre-press checks to identify and rectify any issues related to color accuracy, image resolution, and fonts

  • Ability to relentlessly collaborate as well as work independently on several different projects at once

  • Manage version control and file organization to ensure efficient production workflows

  • Exercise judgment and project management skills, both personally and with team members, to balance priorities and communicate to teams to meet and exceed project deadlines and commitment

  • Highly organized in maintaining production files to increase job efficiency and ensure that files and elements are easy to locate.

  • Duties might include minor retouching, color correction, or artwork clean-up

  • Proactive about deadlines and timeline executions


Requirements



  • 3+ years as a Production Artist

  • Adobe Creative Cloud - InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator experience necessary

  • Must have experience working with file releases for print production

  • An understanding of color management techniques to maintain color consistency during print production.

  • Proficient understanding of various print and finishing techniques, including hot stamping, embossing/debossing, the Pantone color system, special coatings, and die cuts.

  • Ability to execute design tasks efficiently and accurately.

  • Ability to work after-hours and on different time zones when necessary

  • Must be flexible, open-minded, and respond to constructive criticism with revisions to designs and projects as necessary.

  • Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication, listening and decision-making skills.


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