Graphic Design & Print Production Assistant

Stickymade; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training on production equipment

Two weeks paid time off

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Stickymade in Durham, NC seeks a Graphic Design & Print Production Assistant to support both design and production on-site. You will work with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to prepare files, create proofs, and assist with printers, cutters, laminators, and finishing equipment.

You will help ensure artwork moves smoothly from intake to finished products, with quality checks and growing responsibilities as you gain experience.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail with focus on accurate, high-quality output.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a small team.
• Comfort learning new software and operating production machinery.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Review customer artwork and prepare files for printing.
• Use Illustrator and Photoshop to adjust, clean up, and ready designs.
• Create digital proofs for customer approval.
• Set up artwork with proper sizing, bleed, resolution, and cut lines.
• Recreate or modify simple graphics and logos as needed.
• Organize customer artwork and production files.
• Check files for potential print issues before production.
• Learn to operate professional digital printers, cutters, laminators, and finishing equipment.
• Load materials and help manage print and cutting jobs.
• Inspect finished products for print quality and consistency.
• Cut, sort, count, package and prepare orders for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe production workspace.

Skills

Detail orientation

Punctual and organized

Education

Graphic design degree or related training (nice to have)

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

Job description

Stickymade is hiring a Graphic Design & Print Production Assistant to support both the design side and the production floor in Durham, NC. This onsite role blends customer artwork work in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop with print-ready file preparation, proofing, and hands‑on assistance with printers, cutters, laminators, and finishing equipment.

You will help ensure jobs move smoothly from artwork intake to finished products ready for shipment, with quality checks built into the process. The position also includes growing responsibilities as your experience expands.

What You’ll Do

• Review customer artwork and prepare files for printing.
• Use Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop to adjust, clean up, and ready designs.
• Create digital proofs for customer approval.
• Set up artwork with proper sizing, bleed, resolution, and cut lines.
• Recreate or modify simple graphics and logos when needed.
• Organize customer artwork and production files.
• Check files carefully to catch potential problems before printing.
• Learn to operate professional digital printers, cutters, laminators, and finishing equipment.
• Load materials and help manage print and cutting jobs.
• Inspect finished products for print quality, accuracy, and consistency.
• Cut, sort, count, package, and prepare customer orders for shipment.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized production workspace.
• Help keep orders moving efficiently and meet customer deadlines.
• Occasionally assist with product photography, marketing graphics, and other creative projects.
• Help improve production workflows and processes.
• Take on additional responsibilities as skills and experience grow.

Requirements

• Good working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on accurate, high-quality output.
• Dependable, punctual, and organized approach to work.
• Comfort using computers and learning new software.
• Willingness to learn how to operate production machinery.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team.
• Comfort switching between different tasks throughout the day.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and safely lift 50+ lbs.

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Graphic design degree or related training.
• Experience preparing files for print.
• Experience in a print shop, sign shop, or similar production environment.
• Knowledge of vector graphics, resolution, bleed, and color management.

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday (expected 40.0 hours/week)
• Paid time off: Two weeks annually (vacation and sick time), with accrual beginning after 90 days
• Paid company-observed holidays
• Training: Paid training on production equipment and processes
• Performance review: 90-day performance review with opportunities for performance-based raises as skills and responsibilities grow
• Scheduling flexibility: Reasonable flexibility when production needs allow
• Growth opportunities: Additional technical, creative, and leadership skill development as the company grows
• Other benefits may be added as the company grows, with plans to add more in 2027

Location: Durham, NC (onsite)

Technologies: Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop