Production Artist Intern

AOB Products Company • Columbia, MO

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About The Position

We are seeking a detail-oriented Creative Production Artist Intern to assist in the preparation, refinement, and execution of creative assets across print and digital channels. This role is primarily focused on supporting the production process—ensuring assets are completed quickly, accurately, and in alignment with brand and technical standards.

The Production Artist Intern will work under the direction of the Creative Director and collaborate with the Sr. Graphic Designer, Traffic Coordinator, and Merchandising Specialist. This role also supports influencer, ambassador, and content creative initiatives by tracking deliverables and coordinating product fulfillment. The ideal candidate reflects our values and is highly organized, technically proficient, and thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (required)
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Regular and predictable attendance is required.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time in front of a computer.
• Ability to move about the facility and rough terrain on a regular basis to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting heavy equipment (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing, or walking.
• Visual and hearing acuity.
• Candidates must possess proper authorization to work in the United States and, where applicable, to possess technical data as defined in the International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) 22 CFR 120. 10.

Nice To Haves

• some college in Graphic Design or related field preferred
• Experience or coursework in graphic design, marketing, 3D designs, or a related field preferred
• Familiarity with print and digital production processes is a plus
• Familiarity with 3D applications is preferred (SketchUp, Keyshot)
• Knowledge in best practices with ai software to support creative initiatives
• Interest in the outdoor industry is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing and finalizing creative assets for print and digital use, ensuring proper formatting, sizing, and resolution.
• Adapt and resize existing creative assets for multiple formats, platforms, and campaigns.
• Support the production of catalogs, packaging updates, digital ads, email marketing assets, digital and physical merchandising, and e-commerce graphics.
• Maintain and organize asset libraries, file structures, and planogram systems.
• Assist in executing updates to existing creative materials to maintain brand consistency.
• Work cross-functionally with Creative, Content, and E-commerce teams to support asset production needs.
• Track influencer, content creator and ambassador deliverables to ensure timelines and content requirements are met.
• Coordinate and assist with shipping products to influencers, ambassadors, and content creators.
• Support and assist the execution of physical merchandising solutions.
• Prepare physically mockups of packaging, planograms and displays
• Maintain a high level of accuracy while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain good housekeeping in personal and shared work areas.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: High school or GED