Production Artist Job Description template and pdf with duties [2024]

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Reporting to the Design Director, the Production Artist primary job functions will be to create league licensing boards for all licenses we hold as well as creating all catalog and BTB sales tool images. This position will work closely with the Apparel/Authentic Design team ensuring that all team conversions and revisions follow the designers creative intent and requirements.

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Liaison between Product Design and Business Development.
Responsible for the creation of all submittal documents, approvals, and any necessary revisions.
Works closely with the Design Team to study layouts, recipes of the proposed concept, and acquire all related materials to make each design successful.
Proofreads tech packs for errors and must be able to troubleshoot art/embellishment issues and resolve immediately.
- Creates Sales boards and collateral images each season.
- Responds quickly to multiple projects and deadlines with strong time management skills.
- Any additional duties as deemed necessary by management.

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The Production Artist is responsible for creating mechanicals for both print and digital applications. This individual will collaborate directly with project managers, project stakeholders, producers, art directors and designers, as well as our internal studio team. This role must have technical and expert knowledge of file setup for both digital and print. For print, they must be proactive and be able to anticipate printing issues and concerns throughout the life cycle of a project. Must be extremely detail and solution oriented. In addition, they will need to communicate with internal partners and external vendors on specs, file delivery, assets, costs, and billing.

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5-7 years of relevant experience
Creative thinker with strong executional skills
Motivated self-starter with positive attitude and attention to detail
Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to effectively collaborate with all professional levels
- Ability to work self-sufficiently
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment
- Solution-orientated ability to handle change

Job summary 3

The team is looking for a Production Artist based to oversee the preparation and execution of printed materials. This role will be the local point of contact with our supply chain and represent the interests of our creative teams around the globe.

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Work with graphic design, art, and industrial design teams to maintain design intent for printed materials
Make various formats of supplied artwork production-ready and resolve any artwork issues that arise during production
Troubleshoot problems as they arise with both the creative team and the printer
Maintain consistency of brand elements as they are executed on multiple products through multiple supply chains
- Keep teams informed of production changes and maintain an organized system of file revisions
- Conduct press checks - owning the approval process
- Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time

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You have 2-5 years experience working on printed materials for consumer markets
You have an outstanding portfolio that demonstrates a clear knowledge of print processes and visual design
You demonstrate a strict attention to detail in your work
You are comfortable in a fast paced environment working on multiple projects at the same time
You are highly organized, your file-organization and archiving skills are excellent
Experience working on children’s products is a plus
- You are highly motivated and proactive
- You are comfortable managing the print process with a vendor and driving them to meet deadlines while maintaining quality
- You should be adept with software applications such as FlightCheck, the Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office

Job summary 4

We are currently seeking talented Production Artists to service our clients’ needs. The ideal candidate will be eager and self-motivated with a keen eye for detail to ensure goals and objectives are accomplished. The Production Artist creates high-quality artwork for basic production assignments to incorporate in the 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 the client’s technical specifications.

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Connecting consumer experiences with brands to drive engagement and action
Creating comprehensive brand identities, meaningful brand stories, and engaging brand experiences
Helping brands and retailers creatively, efficiently, and cost-effectively develop relevant messages
Producing brand assets required to represent brands accurately
Peers and colleagues across the globe
Various touch points throughout the process
- Ensuring accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high-quality basic to intermediate level artwork, effectively using industry-standard software, tools, and print techniques.
- Performing 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.
- Ensuring the client project team has the most current information about the status of the assigned project(s) by logging and maintaining project plan information into the project tracking system.

Requirements & Skills 4

Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Arts or related field.
Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred.
0 - 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.
- A high degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
- Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.

Job summary 5

We are looking for a talented and enthusiastic Production Artist as part of our energetic Marketing Team. The Production Artist is responsible for keeping project organized and on track, and digging in and working on production edits, presentations, amongst an array of other marketing materials to help execute a creative design.

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Works with creative team to layout, typeset and edit design files.
Assist in organizing incoming projects, working with project requestors and assist in gathering information for project requirements.
Assists in maintaining project list.
Coordinates work with appropriate department staff so projects are completed in a timely and efficient manner.
Assists in creating and editing PowerPoint presentation templates.
- Prepares print files and production instructions on notification of final approval.
- Works with print vendor on approving proofs and ensuring print inventory is current.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

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The Production Artist contributes production, technical and administrative work for product, packaging, branding, collateral and various marketing platforms.

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We are currently seeking a Production Artist to join our collaborative Creative team. In this role, you’ll assist in the execution of client marketing materials in a precise, efficient and economical manner. You’ll also assist in all technical aspects as they relate to the design and layout of creative products.

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Offer insight on production schedules
Work with Account Executives, Designers and/or Art Directors to obtain project specifics
Work alongside the creative teams to ensure creative vision is achieved and client expectations are met
Help maintain and oversee creative standards and guidelines
- Maintain awareness of current design programs
- Maintain the organization of the creative server and all resources (i.e., typefaces, logos, images)
- Prioritize workload and manage time effectively

Requirements & Skills 7

Associate or higher degree in related field, such as Advertising, Graphic Design, Commercial Design or Interactive Media Design, or equivalent experience
1-2+ years of digital production experience, diversified industries preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills needed to contribute within a team-oriented environment
Thorough knowledge of electronic and print production techniques and the ability to make sound recommendations regarding their use
Possess a knowledge of and eye for color and photography
- Agility in an ever-changing environment
- Demonstrated ability to function independently and be self-motivated
- Proficiency in Macintosh applications, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Keynote, PowerPoint and Word

Job summary 8

The Production Artist will be responsible for replicating template-based designs with high attention to detail to ensure that all brand guidelines are met and accurate. Illustrator and Photoshop skills necessary to ensure graphic design integrity and maintain product quality. This position will also work with the Design Team to gain knowledge about processes and conceptual thinking. This is a fast paced, exciting work environment where you will work with a passionate team, producing quality graphic headwear for the fans and colleges!

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Supports and partners with internal creative department to replicate headwear design templates
Builds call-out lists that detail specific template attributes necessary for replication (i.e. font size, position and layout, color, abbreviations)
Maintains design templates and processes to meet production goals
Sends out comps for customer/sales concept approval
- Must maintain the aesthetic integrity of replicated fonts and detailed graphics for our licensed partners
- Occasionally edits graphics/images to ensure it meets company standards
- Responsible for color matching product across multiple product categories

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Job summary 9

The successful Production Artist will report to the Design Services Manager and work closely with the sales and service teams as well as our amazing customers. Experience in the Adobe Creative Suites is a must as well as creating electronic layouts, reviewing, proofing, editing, and resizing customer files. The person we appoint to this role will be enthusiastic, imaginative, optimistic, and keen to work as part of a team.

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Job summary 10

The Production Artist works in a team environment with Strategy/Account Team, Creative Directors, and Designers for the delivery of direct mail programs- from creative planning through execution.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Designs and set up of direct mail packages.
Makes edits and adjustments to all mail package components as necessary.
Pre-flights own files.
Creates mock-ups of mail packages as necessary.
Ensures machineability/functionality of package and that package can mail at the correct postal rates.
Checks potential issues with low-resolution images, lithography, finished/flat size, caging scan line requirements, bleeds, premium requirements, die lines, folds and perforations.
- Manages art elements such as fonts, images and archives.
- Ensures art is set up correctly for specific production facility.
- Must perform all other duties as assigned.

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