Graphic Production Artist

TekWissen • New York City, NY

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Associate position in a fast paced high volume retail based creative services department. The Graphic Production Artist is a member of the Production Art team operating within the creative services department. It is both a technical and creative role working closely with and supporting the Senior Designer and Art Director to build multiple printer ready files.

Requirements

• Expert in Adobe Suite (primarily InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Bridge).
• Adobe Acrobat.
• Adept at translating approved design concepts into multiple sizes and formats to insure continuity.
• Solid skills in typography, layout, and graphic design.
• Fully understands the prepress process including knowledge of artwork file prep for final output.
• Meticulous, detail-oriented, perfectionist approach to quality control.
• Confident working well in a fast-paced high volume environment and flexibility to execute last minute changes accurately and efficiently.
• Able to handle multiple jobs simultaneously, and the ability to be a team player are essential.

Nice To Haves

• Digital Asset Management System experience is a plus.
• Scripting & Automation experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide graphic production support to senior graphic designer and layout production team.
• Layout and resizing of marketing collateral.
• Create layouts and incorporate design into standardized templates.
• Accurately assemble all elements of production design and copy.
• Prepare final files for print production, pre-flight, export, and upload files to web-based systems.
• Partner with traffic, retouching and marketing to communicate and manage deliverables.
• Develop, communicate and maintain best practice for process and work flow.
• File management and organization.
• Quality control to brand standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed