Production Designer

PCI Productions LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

PCI Productions LLC in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Production Designer to support the Missile Defense Agency’s VIPC. The role focuses on precision production of all collateral, with expertise in large-format printing and color finishing.

You will manage layouts, output using high-end digital printers, and ensure compliance with government specifications. Applicants must have a graphic arts degree (or equivalent) with related experience, a DoD Secret clearance, and strong proficiency in Microsoft

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic arts or equivalent with related work experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Creative Suite on Windows 11.
• Ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Produce and finish Agency collateral with high quality in print and digital formats.
• Design and develop print-ready layouts for posters, signage, reports, and displays.
• Operate and troubleshoot printing hardware and binding equipment to ensure output meets standards.
• Ensure accuracy of technical documentation per editorial and government specifications.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Adobe Creative Suite

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic arts

Associate degree in graphic arts

High School Diploma with 5 years

Tools

Xerox Versant 180

HP large format plotters

Primera Bravo series replicators

Fargo DTC printers

Job description

We are looking for aProduction Designerto join our team to support the Missile Defense Agency’s (MDA) Visual Information Production Center (VIPC).

Duties:

• Responsible for the precision-focused production and finishing of all Agency collateral, maintaining top-tier quality in both print and digital outputs.
• Creative design and development of print ready layouts with production output using large-format printers and high-end digital color printing equipment to produce posters, signage, displays, reports, bound documents and other related deliverables.
• Requires knowledge and hands-on skills to fully utilize Xerox Versant 180 (or newer model) digital color presses and various binding, punching and cropping devices; large format printing using HP large format plotters; DVD replication and label printing using Primera Bravo series replicators; and badge printing using Fargo DTC series printers.
• Verify accuracy of technical documentation to ensure that it is complete, meets editorial and government specifications based on strategic messaging, and adheres to standards for quality, branding, appropriate use of typography, content balance, and style format.
• Demonstrate high-level technical aptitude by diagnosing and resolving hardware malfunctions and complex file compatibility issues under tight deadlines.
• Strong work ethic, demonstrate initiative appropriate to the assignment with exceptional project management skills and ability to work in a very fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. Must be flexible and willing to adapt to support other duties as assigned.

At a minimum you should have:

• A bachelor's degree in graphic arts discipline plus 1 year related work experience or an associates degree in graphic arts discipline plus 3 years related work experience; High School Diploma with 5 years
• Must have and maintain an active DoD Secret clearance
• Proficiency is a MUST in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc.), Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, etc.) on Windows (PC) systems using Windows 11 operating system.
• Ability to multi-task with exceptional organizational skills.
• The capability to be self-directed, efficient, and dependable while working in a fast paced, high demand environment.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Meticulous proofreader and careful attention to detail.

You will be highly desirable if you have: