About This Role
This Production Artist role supports U.S. sales representatives by creating and adapting location-based designs for various markets. It involves close collaboration with the Creative Director, sales representatives, and customers to fulfill design needs, using existing artwork and developing new designs as required. The position suits a creative, technically skilled, and organized individual capable of managing multiple projects in a fast-paced production setting.
Responsibilities
- Create, modify, and prepare location-based artwork for apparel and other merchandise
- Collaborate with the Creative Director, sales representatives, and customers to develop designs that meet customer and regional market needs
- Utilize and adapt artwork from the existing design catalog while maintaining design quality and consistency
- Prepare production-ready artwork and files according to printing and production specifications
- Demonstrate proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Apply strong typography, layout, and design skills to ensure accuracy and visual appeal
- Review artwork for spelling, placement, color accuracy, and overall quality before production
- Support artwork preparation for screen printing, hardgoods, drinkware, and other decoration processes as needed
- Assist with technical aspects of the art process, including file preparation, production requirements, workflow coordination, and task prioritization
- Communicate with Customer Relations, Hardgoods, and Production teams to identify and resolve artwork or production-related issues
- Prepare and export artwork in PDF and other required formats for printing, production, and physical samples
- Manage multiple design requests while meeting established deadlines and production schedules
- Maintain organized artwork files and properly document design revisions
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Requirements
- Minimum of three years of professional experience as a Production Artist
- Associate of Arts degree in Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, with strong expertise in Adobe Illustrator
- Strong typography, layout, composition, and color management skills
- Experience preparing production-ready artwork for printing or product decoration
- Exceptional attention to detail, including spelling, accuracy, and artwork specifications
- Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams, sales representatives, and customers
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and deliver results with minimal supervision
