Graphic Artist

Mad Engine, LLC; Burbank (CA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Mad Engine, LLC in Burbank, CA is seeking a Graphic Artist to develop creative graphics for apparel, line sheets, tags, and catalogs. You will transform concepts into print-ready designs and collaborate with internal teams to strengthen brand image.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in graphic design with 2–3 years in-house experience, proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and the ability to present ideas clearly while working under tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field preferred.
• 2–3 years of in-house graphic design experience.
• Ability to present concepts to the design/marketing team.
• Strong 2-D design skills for the mass/commercial market.
• Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign.
• Mac OSX Mavericks and related tech knowledge is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly organized and able to work under tight deadlines.
• 2-Way pattern making experience is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create graphics for apparel, line sheets, catalogs.
• Research trends and target demographics for campaigns.
• Utilize Photoshop and Illustrator to execute graphic ideas.
• Collaborate with other artists on problem solving and trends.
• Ensure compliance with Mad Engine licenses in artwork.
• Prepare line sheets for presentation and catalogs; size garments as needed.
• Submit graphics for timely submissions and approvals.

Skills

Concept presentation

2D design

Communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Mac OSX Mavericks

Web tech knowledge

Job description

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Graphic Artist

Design Full Time Professional Burbank, Burbank, CA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1681

Salary: $80,000.00 Annually

Job Title: Graphic Artist

Report to: Art Director

Purpose: The Graphic Artist will work to develop and implement creative, unique, and innovative graphic design concepts and solutions to strengthen the brand image and promote company growth and brand recognition globally. The Graphic Artist collaborates with multiple team members to develop our image through the production of: graphics, images, spec-sheets, garment hangtags, tradeshow exhibit graphics, and logos for apparel clients.

• Perform work requiring invention, imagination, originality, or talent in a recognized field of artistic and creative endeavor.
• Research and development on trends, verbiages, embellishments, printing techniques, etc. for targeted demographic
• Utilizing Photoshop and Illustrator to execute graphic ideas
• Look at selling and design artwork per account
• Collaborate with other artists on problem solving, trends, and ideas
• Understanding the rules and regulations of Mad Engine licenses
• Process and submit graphics for submissions in a timely manner
• Creating line sheets for presentation and catalogs
• Art sizing for garments
• Regularly communicates project/program status and key metrics to the Art Director
• Other duties assigned as needed

The Graphic Artist must be a team player and able to work under tight deadlines. To successfully fulfill this position, the graphic artist will be creative and progressive in design approach, have the ability to take criticism positively and willing to be held to a high standard. To be progressive, the Graphic Artist continuously find new ways to do things and to create interest and excitement for each assignment. An eagerness to learn and genuine interest about this industry’s happenings and the word in general are important.

The ideal candidate will be focused—having the ability to work on a single task for long periods of time without getting distracted—but is also flexible—having the ability to be diverted off a project intermittently and able to return without losing one’s place or momentum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field highly preferred.
• At least 2-3 years of full-time in-house graphic design experience
• Ability to present concepts to the design/marketing team in a persuasive manner
• Successful 2-D design skills for the mass/commercial market
• Minimum software knowledge: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, In Design
• CS 4.0+, Mac OSX Maverics+, Webtach knowledge is a plus
• Must be able to communicate effective, verbally and in writing
• Must be highly organized and flexible; able to work under tight deadlines
• 2-Way pattern making experience is highly preferred