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Position Summary

This position will be part of the production team and will be responsible for creating print-ready designs and bridges the gap between designer, customer and printer. All artwork executions are coordinated to maintain the integrity of the approved designs and themes. Tasks include executional graphic projects and include application of guidelines on a range of printed as well as digital materials and preparation of art files to printer specifications and FDA regulations. The Design Adaptation Specialist 2 must thrive in a professional, fast-paced environment, juggling multiple projects. Work is typically performed under minimal daily supervision, receiving guidance from manager/supervisor/Project Manager about the work that needs to be completed.

Essential Responsibilities, Accountabilities & Results

• Ability to read, understand and follow work instructions, specifications, workflow diagrams and SOPs
• Responsible for ensuring that all artworks are saved in designated file locations on the server with the appropriate document control file naming specifications
• Participate in process improvement efforts and various production meetings to foster a positive creative impact on the business.
• Good organizational skills that support the rest of the team
• Must be flexible to work on multiple accounts
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines in a high-pressure environment
• Works well as part of a team (in harmony with clients and studio members)
• Shows commitment to meeting high standards of creativity, quality, client service and deadline requirements
• Embraces company culture with respect to people, client and project management

Design

• Print-ready designs are created as required to meet client and separator/printer specifications
• Designs are verified to be consistent and proper with all vendor requirements and regulations; become a brand guideline expert for vendors and peers.
• Provide assistance through independent creative thinking
• To be able to execute a concept through final deliverables, be it using (but not limited to) Illustrator, Photoshop, PowerPoint
• Create or source high resolution images, visual and typographic elements, vector graphics for conceptual presentations
• Strongly adept in Photoshop in order to create photographic updates on images for packaging and build 3D renders for on-line, tv and social media advertising

Print Production

• Designs are interpreted into printable files via Adobe Illustrator CS software
• Collaboration with printers and vendors as needed to ensure accurate translation of design intent.
• Knowledge and Application of Print Production skills is required and applied to print-ready files (i.e. -trapping, bleeds etc.), as necessary
• Files should be built using established Naming Convention and File Folder Structure
• Advise both team members and clients on production best practices and QC processes.
• Create/manipulate artwork to conform with regulatory specifications to ensure designs are legally compliant
• Adjust art to meet minimum type and line thickness accordingly based on specifications for different types of printing and client requirements
• Supplied creative must be adapted to required exemplars
• Output proofs as needed for internal checks and as specified on the order for customer review and approval
• Files must be organized to follow defined job folder and server structure and properly prepared for archiving upon completion of project
• Maintaining a positive and open dialogue with team members so they are fully informed throughout the project life-cycle

Completed Job Quality Control Check

• Check job to ensure accuracy of copy, content, color designations, and job data / labels if applicable
• Ensuring the accuracy of the final data deliverable such as, but not limited to, PDF, AI, EPS, FTP upload
• Ensuring common elements are respected
• Flag any errors or deviations from standard work procedures to the Project Manager

Competency Requirements

• Must be able to work with various graphic design and layout software applications commonly used on Mac's and PC's
• Good understanding of digital file formats (pdf, tiff, eps) from different operating systems (Mac and PC) is required
• Basic color management skills and the ability to work with different digital formats are required
• Must have the ability to output digital files to various output devices; must have the ability to continue to learn and use new graphics software on an ongoing basis
• Must have an understanding of print processes and how one-color affects another

Educational & Experience Minimum Requirements

This position requires the following knowledge and skills:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Some College/Associate Degree preferred.
• 1-3 years of work in a printing environment preferred.
• Full comprehension in reading work instructions and business memos.
• Able to effectively communicate through writing of business letters, expositions, summaries and reports, using prescribed form and conforming to all rules of punctuation, grammar, diction, and style.
• Proofreading skills required.
• Ability to work independently after initial training.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following physical requirements are commonly performed in this job. There are times, on occasion, when the employee may be asked or expected to perform duties with physical requirements that are different from those listed here. It is the employee's duty to notify the management of any physical limitations or inability to perform a certain task.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

This is a remote position in the US. We are open to candidates in various states, with the exception of those residing in the following: AK, DC, DE, ME, NH, NM, OK, HI, MS, MT, NV, NE, ND, SD, UT, VT, WY, WA, WV

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay for this position is $34 hourly. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate's location, experience, and other job-related factors.Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.