Graphic Designer/Production Artist (Full Time 18 Month Contract)

Graphic Designer/Production Artist (Full Time 18 Month Contract)

Role Summary

As the Graphic Designer/Production Artist, you are someone who loves graphic design and production alike. In this role, you will be creating graphic artistry and graphic design for Marketing collateral for Product and Non-Product launches. You will be using your expertise to prepare visual designs for our Product Development team, Marketing team, and Digital Marketing team. You will be using your experience in product packaging and retail space, which includes managing print vendors, following creative direction, and adhering to packaging regulations. In this role, you will be reporting directly to the Creative Services Manager and work closely with assigned Project Managers.

Responsibilities

• Application of assets to packaging, including retail boxes, labels and silk screening based on an established brand identity
• Work with members of Product Development, Marketing and Supply Chain, with the support of the Project Manager, to execute the packaging design process from receiving the dielines to asset application, pre-flighting, approvals through to delivery
• Work through the development of packaging templates and standards based on established creative direction
• Provide graphic design support for product development, as needed
• Prepare design visuals and sketches for presentations
• Help establish and follow version control practices, filing and naming conventions to ensure an organized methodology throughout the Marketing department
• Partner with Project Manager to develop timelines, route files, and meet deadlines
• Conceptualize and provide graphic artistry and graphic design for Marketing collateral for Product and Non-Product Launches, Infographics, Websites, ebursts and Social Media, Advertising and PR, Print Labels and Packaging (including reprints)
• Prepare accurate and timely vendor-ready files for production and sample development
• Review finalized material to ensure error-free deliverables
• Coordinate translation of print materials and labels into other languages

Qualifications

• Experience with 3D rendering and illustration is an asset
• Exceptional analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and creative thinking skills
• Technically adept and proficient in Adobe Creative Suite
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a production artist and graphic design
• Retouching experience is an asset
• Bachelor of Arts degree in Graphic Design or equivalent field
• Fundamental understanding of printing processes and materials
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• High level of technical aptitude with the ability to prepare, package, and pre-flight files for production purposes

Total Rewards

• Focus on professional development, 1:1 meetings with your leader, tuition assistance program and length of service rewards
• 100% employer-paid premiums for extended health, health spending account, wellness program, green transportation incentive, various paid time-off options available from your first day, and product discounts
• Competitive salary, quarterly and annual bonuses based on individual and company goals

The Application

Please submit a resume with a cover letter.

Closing date for applications: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 at 9pm PST.