Print Production Artist

Our Customer is an American worldwide clothing and accessories retailer, founded in 1969. Over the last 50 years, the company has grown from a single store to a global fashion business with seven brands. Their clothes are available in 90 countries worldwide through over 3,100 company-operated stores, almost 400 franchise stores, and e-commerce sites and is still growing.

We are seeking a Print Production Artist on a contract basis who will be responsible for the creation of print-ready final artwork and mechanicals for marketing materials. Key requirements for this role include expert knowledge of current design software, a strong working knowledge of various printing platforms and prepress techniques, the ability to solve problems and communicate effectively with business partners, as well as a strong sense of design to support conceptual development.

What You’ll Do:
• Create ready-to-produce final artwork and mechanicals for creative elements.
• Maintain personal daily and weekly production schedule
• Actively participate in creative / production handoff meetings
• Maintain responsibility for projects from creative hand-off through final delivery
• Adhere to mechanical quality standards and proofing / sign-off procedures to ensure error-free deliverables
• Participate in the review of internal and external proofs
• Maintain the integrity of the creative concept throughout the production process
• Create mechanical mock-ups for proofing purposes
• Adhere to naming and back-up procedures to ensure proper archiving of digital assets
• Deliver final artwork to business partners and /or suppliers via FTPStrong or Webdam

Must Haves:
• Minimum 3-5 years experience and college degree
• Uncompromising attention to detail and maintenance of the highest degree of quality
• Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (CS6)
• Working knowledge of printing platforms (Lithography, Flexography, Screen Print, etc.)
• Organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and manage time
• Design sensibility, coupled with the desire and skill to be strong creative partners
• Strong listening, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to apply past learning to present situations
• Constant drive to gain additional knowledge to improve skillset
• Experience with creating layouts with multiple languages
• Pre Press / Printing experience is desirable

Education: Bachelor’s Degree

Hours & Location:
M-F, 40 hours/week. This role will be 100% remote.

Now for the Perks!
Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, FSA, Commuter Benefit Program