Drape Kings
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With over 30+ years in the production industry, Drape Kings has cemented itself as the premier event services provider! We are excited to bring together the best team in the business to help continue our mission of Raising the Standard in the Special Events Industry!
Summary:
The Print Graphic Associate is responsible for supporting all aspects of the AV-Drop Graphics process by ensuring quality control, managing logistics of printed materials, and facilitating communication between departments. This role is crucial for meeting project deadlines and maintaining the high standards of our print production. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, an eye for aesthetics, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities:
You are creative and enjoy fast paced environments. You are seeking a company where you can be heard, and bring your creativity to life through the work that you do. You are customer centric and thrive in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment. You love to work with a client roster of exceptional companies and brands. We offer excellent benefits including 401k with company matching.
What we offer:
About:
Drape Kings is a nationwide event services specializing in rental and manufacturing of pipe and drape equipment, as well as AV-Drop Modular Backdrop Systems, primarily for live events. Along with full-service installation, other theatricals include Kabuki Reveals, traveler tracks, Step and Repeats, event carpet, and many related scenic elements.
With the core business in the event pipe and drape arena, projects can range from basic drape masking to revealing a building facade. The more recent addition of the globally accepted AV-Drop System allows Drape Kings to offer complete event solutions. If you are looking outside of the box for a company that provides essential components for event environments, look no further. That's what we do. From a new product announcement to large entertainment productions, event, drape is more than likely part of the package. As we like to say, if it's happening, we're there.
Drape Kings currently has offices in the New York City, Washington DC and Chicago metro areas while servicing events across the country. www.drapekings.com
Equal Opportunity:
It is the policy of Drape Kings to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Drape Kings will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Job Type: Full-time, in person
With over 30+ years in the production industry, Drape Kings has cemented itself as the premier event services provider! We are excited to bring together the best team in the business to help continue our mission of Raising the Standard in the Special Events Industry!
Summary:
The Print Graphic Associate is responsible for supporting all aspects of the AV-Drop Graphics process by ensuring quality control, managing logistics of printed materials, and facilitating communication between departments. This role is crucial for meeting project deadlines and maintaining the high standards of our print production. The ideal candidate will possess strong problem-solving skills, an eye for aesthetics, and the ability to communicate effectively across teams to ensure seamless project delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Quality Control of Prints: Conduct thorough inspections of printed materials to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications. Ensuring accuracy, consistency, and print quality. Comparing proofs and samples to validate print accuracy and address any errors or discrepancies
- Managing Logistics: Coordinate and oversee pickups from local suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials needed for production
- Mastery of AV-Drop: Fully understand and utilize AV-Drop, our proprietary design tool for trade shows, AV, and exhibits.
- Graphics Review: Provide back up support for the Pre Flight Graphic Specialist by assisting in the review of client provided files for production as needed. Being able to identify common issues such as:
- Colors set to CMYK
- Fonts missing or not outlined
- Poor resolution / DPI high enough to size properly
- Missing images / Image sized appropriately
- Bleed missing or set up incorrectly
- Crop marks in viewable area.
- Graphic Design Utilize graphic design skills and software proficiency (Adobe Creative Suite) to make necessary adjustments to client files, while maintaining design integrity and brand consistency when necessary.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the fabrication department and our multiple locations to ensure project deadlines and overall project scope are met.
- Organizational Skills: Demonstrate exceptional organizational skills, clear communication, and time management.
- Technical Proficiency: Adobe Creative Suite specifically Adobe Illustrator, and Microsoft Office and Teams.
- Vendor Management: Manage relationships with all print vendors and ensure all deadlines are met.
- Quality Control: Uphold rigorous quality control standards throughout the pre-flight and production process, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and print quality. Review printed proofs and samples to validate print accuracy and address any errors or discrepancies.
- Blueprint Reading and Measurement: Ability to read blueprints, floor plans, drawings, and sketches to fully grasp requirements. Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed.
- Education: Bachelor's degree required. Or related field preferred.
- Experience: 2-5 years of experience in tradeshow, exhibit, event, theatrical, retail, or experiential event design, production, and/or management.
- Printing: Prior knowledge of large format Dye Sublimation printing a plus.
- Multi-task: Ability to multitask, prioritize workload, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Design Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite software, including Illustrator, Photoshop.
- Communication: Strong communication skills.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to thrive under pressure while maintaining attention to detail. With the ability to work methodically and meet deadlines.
- Bilingual: Spanish speaking is a plus.
- This position requires a balance of physical activity and also sitting at a computer.
- Ability to lift 20 lb+ boxes and maneuver large graphics on a worktable
You are creative and enjoy fast paced environments. You are seeking a company where you can be heard, and bring your creativity to life through the work that you do. You are customer centric and thrive in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment. You love to work with a client roster of exceptional companies and brands. We offer excellent benefits including 401k with company matching.
What we offer:
- Competitive Pay
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- 401K w/ Company Match
- Company sponsored Life Insurance
- Generous paid time off
- 6 Paid Holidays and 2 floating holidays
- Employee Discounts
About:
Drape Kings is a nationwide event services specializing in rental and manufacturing of pipe and drape equipment, as well as AV-Drop Modular Backdrop Systems, primarily for live events. Along with full-service installation, other theatricals include Kabuki Reveals, traveler tracks, Step and Repeats, event carpet, and many related scenic elements.
With the core business in the event pipe and drape arena, projects can range from basic drape masking to revealing a building facade. The more recent addition of the globally accepted AV-Drop System allows Drape Kings to offer complete event solutions. If you are looking outside of the box for a company that provides essential components for event environments, look no further. That's what we do. From a new product announcement to large entertainment productions, event, drape is more than likely part of the package. As we like to say, if it's happening, we're there.
Drape Kings currently has offices in the New York City, Washington DC and Chicago metro areas while servicing events across the country. www.drapekings.com
Equal Opportunity:
It is the policy of Drape Kings to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status regarding public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Drape Kings will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Job Type: Full-time, in person