POSITION SUMMARYThe Production Artist creates high-quality artwork for basic production assignments to incorporate in final layout for assembly. This role incorporates branding guidelines (e.g. photography, text, legal requirements, etc.) into artwork layout (e.g. packaging, circulars, etc.) per client's technical specifications.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES- Attends any client meetings (e.g. pre-production) with team to gather information on production assignments.
- Produces high quality standards in all production client deliverables.
- Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high quality basic to intermediate level artwork, effectively using industry standard software, tools, and print techniques.
- Performs assigned tasks within the overall production workflow and assigned budget, according to work order specifications, industry and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's), company standards, and the client's Brand guidelines and standards.
- Ensures client project team has most current information about the status of the assigned project(s) by logging and maintaining project plan information into the project tracking system.
- Additional duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS- Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Arts or related field
- Advanced degree (MBA, Master's) preferred
- 6+ years of previous graphic arts experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
- Basic computer software skills within Apple Mac equipment and operating systems, Adobe Design Suite, Acrobat plus QuarkXpress, Agile, etc.
- High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
- Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
- Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
- Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
- Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
- Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
- Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
- Ability to work overtime as necessary
PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT- Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $50.00 USD - $60.00 USD hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.
Flex Force employees are part of our extended workforce and support our teams on an as-needed basis to meet changing business demands. Flex Force roles are designed to supplement staff during peak periods or for specific projects.
Flex Force positions operate under a flexible, project-based work arrangement that differs from traditional full-time or part-time roles. Schedules vary based on business needs, and hours are not guaranteed on a weekly basis. There may be periods with limited or no work between assignments; however, Flex Force employees may remain active members of our workforce and may be re-engaged as new opportunities arise!
Unless otherwise noted, Flex Force roles do not have a standard schedule or a defined end date.
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