Production Artist I

Learning Resources•Vernon Hills, IL

8d•$28 - $31•Hybrid

About The Position

The Production Artist I will serve as a vital contributor in ensuring high-quality visual and digital assets that support the company’s educational mission. This role requires technical precision, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to work across multiple teams including Design, Product Development, and Marketing. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in managing production workflows, delivering high-quality digital and print-ready assets, and leveraging AI-driven art creation to enhance innovation. This role requires a strong commitment to maintaining brand integrity and consistency across all projects. This position reports to the Production Manager and operates as an independent contributor within a collaborative team environment. This role offers significant opportunities to learn and grow while contributing to projects that have a real impact on the company's success.

Requirements

Bachelors Degree and/or related work experience is necessary
Be able to solve problems creatively and/or know when to seek help with good communication skills
Ability to work independently and within a team setting and prioritize projects appropriately
Must have a strong level of organization and attention to detail
Ability to react to change productively
Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Acrobat
Demonstrated experience with current AI tools, along with a curiosity‑driven, problem‑solving mindset to continuously expand skills and knowledge in the area.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Portfolio demonstrating production work or related course work using Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop
Interest and experience using AI to create art
0–2 years experience in education, publishing, or toy industry

Responsibilities

Use Adobe InDesign to layout new and/or update existing Teacher Guides, Student Guides, Consumer Product Guides, and/or Marketing Collateral such as Brochures, Sell Sheets, and Catalogs.
Update/create art using Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop as needed to support layouts
Collaborate with Design, Product Development, and Marketing teams to accurately implement feedback.
Maintain working files following company folder structure.
Maintain communication on project status and milestones using task management software.
Assist team members with product art creation templates in Adobe Illustrator.
Follow projects through each round of production from layout through product proofing stages with support from senior team members.
Research/download images as needed from stock photo site.
Lead AI research initiatives to identify and evaluate emerging technologies that support the Creative team’s strategic goals.
Champion internal AI tools to increase productivity across image generation, vector artwork, and other production workflows.