Print Designer

Publishing Concepts • Saint Petersburg, FL

373d • Remote

About The Position

The Print Designer at Publishing Concepts, LP (PCI) will be responsible for creating visually compelling print designs for various publications, including cover pages, introductory sections, and photo sections. This role requires collaboration with partners and project managers to translate their visions into high-quality designs while managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.

Requirements

• Minimum High School Degree or equivalent.
• AA with BA/BS preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in Graphic Design preferred.
• Knowledge in Adobe Systems (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Knowledge in Microsoft Excel.
• Preferred: XML experience.

Responsibilities

• Determine the size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, selecting style and size of type.
• Create designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and aesthetic design concepts.
• Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and websites.
• Use computer software to generate new images.
• Review final layouts and suggest improvements as needed.
• Maintain an archive of images, photos, or previous work products.
• Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with clients or supervisors and making necessary changes.
• Prepare charts, graphs, illustrations, and other design elements to be printed.
• Research new software or design concepts.
• Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for the printer.
• Use artwork provided by clients to create Directory Covers and Introductory sections.
• Combine constituent submitted photos, captions, and narratives to create photo sections.
• Edit constituent submitted photos to ensure each one is printable.
• Approve proofs from vendors that are ready for print.
• Integrate client and Copy Edit changes to Cover, Intro, and Photo Sections.
• Run scripts to create layouts from XML.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced production environment and able to meet deadlines.
• Work with vendors: Assign work and verify accuracy when returned.
• Photo Editing and Photo section cleanup.
• Oral History Cleanup.

Benefits

• Wellness program
• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Bereavement leave
• Life insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees