Production Artist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Convert approved creative concepts and finalized artwork into precise, production-ready assets for print, packaging, digital media, and pre-press output.

• Ensure all files comply with brand standards, technical specifications, and vendor requirements, maintaining accuracy in color, layout, typography, and mechanical construction.

• Collaborate effectively with designers, project managers, external vendors, and contract staff to maintain quality, consistency, and efficiency throughout the production process.

• Finalize files for print and packaging with meticulous attention to layout, color fidelity, typography management, and proper mechanical setup.

• Verify color separations, bleeds, crop marks, die lines, resolution, and other technical standards prior to release.

• Ensure all files adhere to printer specifications and address any pre-press or mechanical issues as necessary.

• Modify and adapt existing creative for various packaging structures, print formats, and digital applications while preserving brand integrity.

• Review all files for accuracy, consistency, and flawless execution before distribution to internal teams or external vendors.

• Collaborate closely with designers and creative leaders to ensure production fidelity while honoring the original design vision.

• Organize, label, and archive production files for easy retrieval, tracking, and long-term asset management.

• Communicate with print vendors, packaging suppliers, and contract personnel to confirm specifications, resolve technical issues, and facilitate seamless production workflows.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Over 5 years of experience in a production or design position within an agency or in-house creative team, with significant expertise in print and packaging production.

• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop).

• Strong knowledge of pre-press processes, color management, and print production standards.

• Familiarity with packaging design requirements, die lines, and material specifications.

• Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.

• Capability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits package.

• Opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

• Work alongside a talented team.