Graphic Artist / Structural Designer
About The Position
The Graphic/Structural Designer is a key role dedicated to delivering high quality packaging design solutions and cost savings for the business. Responsibilities include collaborating with customers, sales and production teams along with other designers to ensure project success. This position, as part of the regional design team, manages the needs of multiple plants. Based in DFW Metro supporting the Southern Plains Region. Responsible for creating and developing quality package designs, specifications, and prototypes to assist Account Managers in sales promotions; investigates and procures all data required to develop the design. Develop artwork, 3D renderings, production art and mockups for all types of design projects. Formulate and communicate ideas for new and/or improved designs by analyzing customer needs and production feasibility. Use CAD software to create packaging designs, apply artwork and make printed mockups for sales. Be knowledgeable of production machine capabilities in order to assist in the development of design specs. Provide customer service departments with accurate electronic files to ensure orders are error free. Other graphic/structure related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate to four year degree with emphasis on Graphic Arts and/or CAD and drafting, or applicable work experience.
- Competent computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in graphics for packaging design.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
- Knowledge of flexographic printing and requirements to be considered when developing artwork for corrugated packaging.
- Attention to detail and technical file preparation skills.
- Able to deal with ambiguity and problem solve.
- Creativity and a passion for innovative thinking.
- Excellent time management, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills.
- Comfortable working on your own or in a group setting.
Nice To Haves
- Customer Focus
- Graphic Artist
- Structural Design
- Action Oriented
- Functional/technical skills
- Nimble Learning
Responsibilities
- Creating and developing quality package designs, specifications, and prototypes
- Develop artwork, 3D renderings, production art and mockups for all types of design projects
- Formulate and communicate ideas for new and/or improved designs by analyzing customer needs and production feasibility
- Use CAD software to create packaging designs, apply artwork and make printed mockups for sales
- Provide customer service departments with accurate electronic files to ensure orders are error free
Benefits
- International Paper offers a benefits package that includes health, welfare and retirement plans including Medical, Dental, Life insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Short-term and Long-term Disability, 401(k), Company-funded retirement contributions, Paid Time Off, Education & Development (including Tuition Reimbursement), Student Loan Repayment Assistance, and Voluntary Benefits including insurance for home, auto, vision and pets
- Sales and Leadership training, promotional opportunities within a global company
- We continue to build a better future for people, the planet, and our company! IP has been a good steward of sustainable practices across communities around the world for more than 125 years. Join our team and you’ll see why our team members say they’re Proud to be IP.
- International Paper promotes employee well-being by providing safe, caring and inclusive workplaces. You will learn Safety Leadership Principles and have the opportunity to opt into Employee Networking Circles such as IPVets, IPride, Women in IP, and the African American ENC. We invite you to bring your uniqueness, creativity, talents, experiences, and safety mindset to be a part of our increasingly diverse culture.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
