Graphic Production Artist

Overview:

Tekwissen the group, is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. The below job opportunity is to one of Our clients who is an American fashion retailer.

Job Description:

The Mechanical Artist is responsible for creating specific design specifications and creates production mechanical files for product packaging in addition to providing pre-press support. Prepares design specifications including height, length, weight, color, texture, and materials to send to vendor/manufacture for samples and prototypes. Specifically, this position will:

• Create print-ready mechanicals for all product packaging
• Collaborate with Design to capture their vision of product, ensuring specifications are correct and within realistic parameters
• Attend and participate in Design Turn Over meetings for assigned projects
• Review supplied assets, build mechanicals, evaluate and understand/clarify content details (i.e. art, copy, codes, specifications, etc.)
• Proofread all work prior to submitting to Manager and/or Design Team for review
• Review, and obtain approvals on design layout and specifications from Design Team
• Implement change management file/mechanical requests
• Input changes received from mechanical routing
• Maintain organization of production server
• Prep and provide PDF files for routing
• Prep and release mechanical files to vendors

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3-5 years of mechanical, technical or production design experience
• Must understand print production and appropriate file set up
• Must have strong Adobe Illustrator skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to problem solve
• Ability to manage and prioritize own projects/workload
• Team player with ability to work in a highly collaborate design environment
• Demonstrate curiosity and desire to learn
• Be an effective listener

EDUCATION:

• Degree required or equivalent experience

TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity/affirmative action Employer (m/f/d/v) supporting workforce diversity.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Work Location: Remote