Graphics & Design Specialist

CompoSecure•Somerset, NJ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for graphic design tasks associated with the prototype and production order proofing process for Client Accounts, including making graphic changes to designs for client and card association approvals. Must be well versed in Adobe Illustrator and PhotoShop to handle changes required by customer and/or card associations. Must interface daily with Client Product Engineer, the Project Managers and/or VP of Technical Sales to ensure concept proofs and actual proofs are completed on a timely basis for presentations to the customer and/or for internal operational reviews. This position also creates the various production files required for each project (i.e. laser files, production files for internal/external printing, etching files for external vendors, overlay and mechanical engraving files for the operational team). This input is required by the operational team to ensure delivery and quality requirements are met.

Requirements

A minimum of 3 years of relevant experience
Must be proficient in using both Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop
Must have basic knowledge of printing and the creation of files that are to be used in the print process (e.g. understanding of color trapping and color relationships)
Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
Strong attention to detail and ability to self-check own work
Excellent time management skills
Task oriented excellent organizational skills, ability to prioritize workload
Enthusiastic attitude, cooperative team player, adaptable to new or changing circumstances, professional demeanor, sensitive to client needs, self-motivated, creative and innovative
Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions
Conceptual Thinking - Ability to think in terms of abstract ideas
Excellent problem-solving skills
High level of computer literacy including working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and Outlook

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in related field preferred

Responsibilities

Make graphic changes to designs for developing concept proofs for customer presentations
Make graphic changes to designs for customer and card association approvals
Develop and proofing of graphic designs for customers and card association approvals
Prepare required production files for external printing, die making and etching vendors
Prepare all production files for internal operations team
Timely Corrective Action response and resolution to relevant project situations
Engage and support companywide Safety and Cleanliness Programs
Handle related email correspondence and fill in on follow-ups when other office personnel are absent (as needed)
Will be required to perform other job functions, as assigned