Graphic Designer/Print Production Specialist

Ruby Wines•Avon, MA

About The Position

Ruby Wines, Inc., a wine and spirits wholesale distributor located in Avon, Massachusetts, is seeking an experienced Graphic Designer and Print Production Specialist. The role creates and produces print and digital materials that support sales initiatives, growth, and brand recognition for wine and spirits brands. Materials include point-of-sale items, large-format signage, case cards, sell sheets, menus, menu book covers, table tents, newsletters, store case wraps, tasting and event materials, invitations, and social media posts. The position works closely with sales teams, portfolio managers, and division managers, communicating project timelines and status updates. The ideal candidate has professional graphic design and print manufacturing experience, a portfolio, and at least three years of work experience. The role covers projects from inception through design and production, including research, file preparation, print production, quality checks, file management, and coordination with outside print vendors.

Requirements

At least 3 years of work experience in graphic design and print manufacturing.
A portfolio.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite on a Mac platform, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Adobe Fonts.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
Experience in book production, including design, typesetting, and finishing, and an understanding of binding options.
Ability to prepare press-ready files and digital assets to printer and vendor specifications.
Ability to format large volumes of spreadsheet data using style sheets while maintaining information integrity.
Demonstrated ability to build, correct, and remake files, edit images, and perform color correction.
Ability to create files at resolutions suitable for large-format printing.
Ability to measure, trim, and prepare paper, laminate, and foamboard materials.
Understanding of manual book production, including backups, folding, and stapling.
Ability to organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

Basic use of artificial intelligence resources.

Responsibilities

Create visually appealing, high-quality materials using design principles, imagery, and typography while following instructions and brand guidelines.
Execute projects from inception through design and production.
Ask questions, multitask, organize and prioritize projects in a fast-paced environment, and meet deadlines professionally.
Work independently and obtain the assets needed to create materials.
Research products from wineries and distributors, compile product ratings from industry evaluators, and cross-check product entry details using Ruby Journal Software.
Prepare press-ready production files and digital assets according to printer and vendor specifications.
Format large volumes of text data acquired from Excel spreadsheets using style sheets while maintaining information integrity.
Design, typeset, and finish books, with an understanding of binding options.
Build, correct, and remake files; edit images and perform color correction.
Create files at sufficient resolution for large-format printing.
Measure, trim, and prepare paper, laminate, and foamboard materials.
Calculate and use step-and-repeats and print backups when needed to avoid waste.
Perform manual book production, including backups, folding, and stapling.
Maintain organized file management and ensure product shots are current.
Proofread work for accuracy.
Package and arrange shipment of materials to sales representatives when required.
Quote jobs with outside print vendors and ensure information is accurate.
Log assignments in an Excel spreadsheet and provide PDF samples of produced projects for monthly billback dollars.