Production Artist

What they do

• Liaise with product managers to define design requirements.
• Review graphics, layouts and fonts before products are completed.
• Finalize designs using image editing software.
• Retouch images to improve quality both in print and digital formats.
• Suggest and apply image improvements, like creating gradients and layers.
• Manage prepress process for print files.
• Follow deadlines to ensure timely publications.
• Archive produced images and graphics.
• Follow up with clients to ensure their requirements are met.
• Keep up-to-date with trends in graphic design techniques and software.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a Production Artist, Graphics Designer or similar role.
• Portfolio of completed graphic designs and creative projects.
• Solid knowledge of the printing process and preflighting tools (e.g. Adobe InDesign and QuarkXPress).
• Hands-on experience with graphic design software and image editing tools (e.g. Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator).
• Basic knowledge of HTML and web development systems.
• An ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Creativity skills with attention to detail.
• BSc degree in Visual Arts or relevant field.
• Additional qualification in Graphic Design is a plus.