Graphic Digitizer & Embroidery Design Specialist

UniFirst Corporation; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UniFirst Corporation is seeking a Graphic Digitizer and Design Specialist to support workflow in digitizing and vector art creation, and to prepare samples for Direct to Film, Emblem Manufacturing, or Direct Embroidery operations. You will design art from job specs, calibrate colors, and optimize print quality across software tools.

You will also assist in the Personalization and Distribution Center with cross-training in Screen Print Art Creation and Sample Prep, while maintaining ISO and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic art or related field or 2+ years' related job experience may be used in lieu of education.
• Proficient in vector art creation using Adobe Illustrator or equivalent software.
• Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and Microsoft Office required.
• Direct to Film production and embroidery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Communicates electronic written design and documentation with locations, branches, and inter-office operations professionally.
• Determines size and arrangement of artwork based on space, aesthetics, and production requirements.
• Enters information into computer to create design layouts or sew-outs for clients or staff.
• Operates embroidery machine and understands embroidery processes.
• Prepares illustrations, layouts, and copies for print reproduction according to instructions.
• Copies and/or converts designs as required.
• Assists in printing, filing, or purging files.
• Alters illustrations to resize or clarify images.
• Notes design issues by comparing requests to guidelines and training.
• Expands computer graphic design knowledge through training and practice.
• Supports Personalization department including Screen Print Art Creation and Sample Prep.

Skills

Vector art creation

Adobe Illustrator

Graphic design

Communication skills

Problem solving

Math basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic art

2+ years related experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

UniFirst Corporation is seeking a Graphic Digitizer and Design Specialist to support workflow in digitizing and vector art creation, and to prepare samples for Direct to Film, Emblem Manufacturing, or Direct Embroidery operations. You will design art from job specs, calibrate colors, and optimize print quality across software tools.

You will also assist in the Personalization and Distribution Center with cross-training in Screen Print Art Creation and Sample Prep, while maintaining ISO and