Production Artist

Position: Production Artist

Location: Ridgefield Park, NJ (Hybrid)

Contract Period: 1 Year.

Responsibilities:

· 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

Requirements and skills

· Proven work experience as a Production Artist, Graphic Designer or similar role

· Portfolio of completed graphic designs and creative projects

· Strong portfolio of previous work

· 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

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Day shift

Experience:

• Production Artist: 4 years (Preferred)
• Graphic design: 5 years (Preferred)
• Adobe InDesign and QuarkXPress: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location