Creative Artist

Ahead LLC; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahead, LLC in New Bedford, MA is seeking a Creative Artist to prepare embroidery artwork and support art approvals for customers. You will manipulate files in Illustrator, ensure adherence to embroidery guidelines, and meet daily production goals while collaborating with other departments.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment, and multi-tasking to keep on-time delivery and quality objectives.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and following embroidery requirements.
• Experience with embroidery prep and art approvals.
• Graphic design education or degree required.

Responsibilities

• Manipulate customer art files in Illustrator to follow embroidery requirements.
• Prepare artwork approvals following embroidery guidelines and color standards.
• Meet daily production goals and complete 1 job per 15 minutes average.
• Ensure orders go into production before the need-by date and notes are followed.
• Cross-train within the team and provide feedback to management.

Skills

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe InDesign

Vector artwork

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Graphic design degree

Vocational graphic design study

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Mac/PC proficiency

Job description

The Creative Artist prepares artwork for embroidery as well as other techniques (screen-print, metals, accessories, etc.) The Creative Artist also prepares art approvals for customers. Accurate, timely completion of the duties of the Creative Artist is an essential component in ensuring that companywide goals of quality and on-time delivery are attained. The expectation is to support customer logo requests and spec art requests by providing support and collaboration with other departments.

SCHEDULE -Monday through Friday8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Staggered shift start and end times may be assigned based on the needs of department)

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manipulate customer art files in Adobe Illustrator to follow our embroidery requirements.
• Prepare artwork approvals following embroidery guidelines, color standards, and account history to be presented to customers to show what they will receive.
• Meet the daily production requirements goals of completing 1 job per 15 minutes average.
• Work on orders in a timely manner to ensure they are going into production before the need-by date on the order.
• Ensure all order notes and details are followed to prevent returned products.
• Participate in cross-training within the team to maximize production and quality goals.
• Provide feedback to management on processing.
• Workload from Production Art including assigned spec art work.
• Additional duties as assigned.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Redraw files using Adobe Illustrator to create Vector artwork.
• Prepare artwork for screen-print designs, metal accessories, and other specialty products

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Extreme proficiency in Illustrator.
• Knowledge of both MAC and PC OS Platforms
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop InDesign preferred.
• Knowledge of other relevant computer software and systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent electronic communication and functional ability.
• Ability to multi-task under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Must possess initiative, energy, and drive.
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with co-workers and management.
• Excellent organizational skills.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma required.
• Vocational school graduate with study in graphic design a plus, with experience in Graphic Design required.
• Associate’s, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience in Graphic Design required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and type.
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Regularly required to walk.

VISION REQUIREMENT

• Close vision.
• Ability to adjust focus.

OUR BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 30 days)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid and Voluntary Insurance Options at Discounted Rates
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Product Discounts

Ahead, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a socially responsible company. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ahead, LLC participates in E-Verify, We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

Completion of a post-offer background check is required for all positions. A satisfactory driving record is required for positions in which driving is an essential job function.