Adaptive Designer

Propelis • Chicago, IL

1d • $30 - $35

About The Position

Marks, part of the Propelis Group, Marks is a consumer experience agency creating engaging moments across the entire brand spectrum—from brand design and packaging, to content and consumer connections. We are a collaborative global network of 1,900+ team members across 25+ studios and 20+ countries, partnering with some of the world’s most recognized brands to solve complex business challenges through design, strategy, and craft . Primary Purpose You will be expected to demonstrate strong visual problem-solving abilities and can take direction well. You should be driven to consistently exceed client expectations, thrive in the demands of pressing deadlines and confidently manage multiple and often quickly changing priorities. You will support and exhibit behaviors consistent with Company values and beliefs and maintain and enhance Mark’s philosophy and practice. Accountable For You will support the team to fulfill client briefs by providing creative solutions in our fast-paced studio environment. This intermediate level position includes, but is not limited to, design adaptations, line extensions, secondary panel layouts through to production artwork builds As Defined By Meeting the high standards of creativity, quality, client service and deadline requirements in a high-pressure environment Reporting To Studio Manager and/or Senior Adaptive Designer General Overview The Intermediate Adaptive designer will work under the Senior Designer, with the clients brand, ensuring all work is within brand guidelines, while maintaining continuity between formats, line extensions, languages, and client information. The role will advocate our culture, brand and community. Responsibilities 1. Participates in and supports agency business objectives appropriate to role (quality objectives, company policies) 2. Ability to interpret concept and/or brand guidelines through to artwork execution 3. Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high quality artwork by effectively using industry standard software, tools, and print techniques 4. Through training, learns and executes artwork for legal and regulatory compliance 5. Maintaining a positive and open dialogue with team members so they are fully informed throughout the project life-cycle 6. Ability to prioritize workload, proactively seek answers to questions, and meet assigned deadlines 7. Organizational and analytical skills (including attention to detail) 8. Create strong and effective internal partnerships, and collaborate with Marks/SGS 9. May perform other duties as needed to meet client needs Success In The Role Will entail timely delivery of your projects, and the ability to learn new aspects of the business with a proactive attitude and approach. Enthusiasm for the projects, client success and company culture will all be aspects of a successful role. You are consistently demonstrating the ability to execute with excellence.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in a design production role
• College or University diploma in graphics design
• Strong understanding of the print process
• Knowledgeable in multiple aspects of print production techniques.
• Willingness and flexibility to accept direction
• Open to a flexible work schedule
• Proficient using Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite (Strong knowledge of Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign), Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint (or Keynote)

Nice To Haves

• The ability to work in a dynamic, speed-to-market focused team environment
• Strong knowledge of packaging requirements such as dieline (folds, scores and trims), rollovers, type height and weight, line thickness and copy safety zones.
• Knowledge of print processes, finishes and separations
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Creative and innovative thinking
• Insightful relationship building and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work in a fast paced, highly dynamic environment and demonstrate resiliency
• A collaborative approach to working within the team
• Compassion, honesty and an ability develop trust with the internal team and client
• A sense of humor
• Passion for their job

Responsibilities

• Participates in and supports agency business objectives appropriate to role (quality objectives, company policies)
• Ability to interpret concept and/or brand guidelines through to artwork execution
• Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high quality artwork by effectively using industry standard software, tools, and print techniques
• Through training, learns and executes artwork for legal and regulatory compliance
• Maintaining a positive and open dialogue with team members so they are fully informed throughout the project life-cycle
• Ability to prioritize workload, proactively seek answers to questions, and meet assigned deadlines
• Organizational and analytical skills (including attention to detail)
• Create strong and effective internal partnerships, and collaborate with Marks/SGS
• May perform other duties as needed to meet client needs

Benefits

• Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree