Creative Production Designer Job at Aquent in Chicago

Overview Placement Type: Permanent Salary: $50 - $70k Start Date: 02.17.2025 Job Summary We are seeking a collaborative and enthusiastic Production Artist to join our team. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of relevant work experience and is passionate about consumer packaging graphics. As a Production Artist, you will work collaboratively and independently, bringing creativity and polished designs to each creative project. You will work closely with the Art Director and Senior Designer in a fast-paced environment and growing organization. This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated individual who is excited about being a part of a growing creative/marketing team and wants to make a lasting impact on a global organization. Role: As a Production Artist, you will get to do more than just execute designs. You will use both your technical and design skills to create impactful products. More specifically, you'll get to: Create and manipulate graphics through Adobe Creative Suite apps such as Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign and Express Format graphics and proof files, collect files for output for print, and other processes Create refined mocks of products in-house for use in sales and retailer shelf sets Assist design team with producing print, packaging, advertising, point-of-purchase, and digital graphics Assess project specifics and create a final product that adheres to those requirements Collaborate with the design team staff to define design goals Review and proof graphic materials before the projects are marked as complete Follow a product workflow and timeline to ensure projects progress in a timely manner We need you to have: Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.F.A.) in Graphic Design or closely related field and 3-5 years of related experience and/or training Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) Knowledge of pre-press procedures and file formats Understanding of color management and printing processes Strong visual aesthetic and design sense Ability to adapt existing designs to production specifications Attention to detail and consistency across design elements Creativity in problem-solving and finding solutions within design constraints It's a plus! 2+ years of experience in CPG brand marketing OTC pharma packaging design experience You'll be successful here with: Excellent verbal and written communication to collaborate effectively with designers, project managers, and other stakeholders Ability to clearly articulate design decisions and concerns Efficiently manage multiple projects with tight deadlines Prioritization and time management skills to meet production schedules Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing requirements Understanding of brand guidelines and design consistency Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to print production Ability to analyze and interpret design briefs Strong analytical skills to identify potential issues in design files What we Offer: A highly collaborative and transparent culture. Competitive medical, dental and vision plans. 401K matching up to 5%. Employees' children in grades K-12 are eligible to receive an annual monetary award for academic achievements. An entrepreneurial culture with the backing of a global enterprise. Hybrid work schedule of 2 days per week in office after a 30-day orientation period.