Production Designer

Procter & Gamble; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Procter & Gamble is seeking a Production Designer for the Beauty Care team in Cincinnati. The role focuses on turning concepts into print-ready artwork, with emphasis on prepress, color correction, profiling, and digital printing.

You will deliver packaging and promotional materials aligned with brand standards, while managing files and versions. Ideal candidates hold a BA/BS in Graphic Design, have 2–5 years in design adaptation or production, and can demonstrate print/digital production

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Graphic Design, Visual Communication or similar.
• 2–5 years of full-time design adaptation or production experience, preferably in packaging.
• Portfolio showing production artwork for print and digital media.
• Strong prepress knowledge: color separation, trapping, substrates, etc.
• Fluent in Adobe CS and Esko workflows; print production standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute graphic adaptation of approved concepts across packaging, promo materials, and digital touchpoints.
• Perform color work and basic artwork trapping for various print techniques and suppliers.
• Maintain organized files, version control, asset libraries and production specs.
• Align artwork with brand guidelines, regulatory, printing and graphic specs.
• Prepare final press-ready files based on supplied specs for different printing processes.

Skills

Graphic design

Prepress

Color theory

Print production

Communication

Education

BA/BS in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe CS

Esko workflows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Location CINCINNATI GENERAL OFFICES

Job Description We are looking for a Production Designer to join our Beauty Care team! As a BeautyHouse Production Designer within P&G, your focus will be on applying your graphic expertise and production techniques to independently transform conceptual designs into print-ready and/or digital pieces. The Production Designer is not only responsible for accurately driving final artwork files but will also specialize in prepress activities, specifically color correction, profiling all with a concentration on digital printing, processes, outputs and execution.

What You’ll Do

• You will execute the graphic adaptation of approved creative concepts across several consumer touchpoints including packaging, promotional materials, visual communications, eCommerce, social media, etc.
• You will be responsible for any necessary color work and applying basic artwork trapping for a variety of different print techniques and suppliers.
• Maintain organized files and documentation, including version control, asset libraries and production specifications.
• Effectively integrate brand guidelines, regulatory, printing, and graphic specifications, correctly in all phases of artwork.
• Prepare final press-ready files based on supplied specifications for several types of printing.

Job Qualifications

• BA/BS in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or similar field.
• 2-5 years of full-time design adaptation or graphic production experience (outside of freelance work) preferably within a creative agency, design studio or in-house creative department, ideally with a focus on consumer packaging.
• A portfolio showcasing production artwork that demonstrates a proficient understanding of both print and digital media.
• Excellent understanding of Prepress and Print Industry standards and a familiarity with the 4/c process, to include, but not limited to: spot colors, varnish, foil, die cuts, deboss and/or embossing. Thorough understanding of file standards for print production (bleed, trapping, color separation, resolution, dot shapes, screen print angles, FM/Stochastic, plus exposure to a variety of paper and plastic substrates, etc.).
• Strong understanding of color theory and image optimization with abilities in both color correction and assembly skill sets.
• Good communication and collaboration skills with the ability to justify your print technical choices with multi-functional partners. Comfortable giving and receiving feedback. Flexible in an environment of constant change.
• Disciplined with superior time and project management skills; possess the ability to set priorities and be accountable.
• Expertise in the latest graphics and business programs: Adobe CS (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat) and Microsoft (Outlook, PowerPoint, etc.) for Mac with fluent knowledge of Esko workflows required.

Compensation for roles at P&G varies depending on a wide array of non-discriminatory factors including but not limited to the specific office location, role, degree/credentials, relevant skill set, and level of relevant experience. At P&G compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. Total rewards at P&G include salary + bonus (if applicable) + benefits. Your recruiter may be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the hiring process.

We are committed to providing equal opportunities in employment. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Immigration Sponsorship is not available for this role. For more information regarding who is eligible for hire at P&G along with other work authorization FAQ’s, please click HERE.

Procter & Gamble participates in E-Verify.

Qualified individuals will not be disadvantaged based on being unemployed. P&G is dedicated to meeting the needs of applicants requesting an accommodation/adjustment due to a disability in order to complete the online application process. If you have a disability that affects your ability to complete our online application process, please visit our Disability Accommodation Page.

Job Schedule Full time

Job Number R000154085

Job Segmentation Entry Level

Starting Pay / Salary Range $85,000.00 - $122,200.00 / year

P&G was founded over 180 years ago as a simple soap and candle company. Today, we’re the world’s largest consumer goods company and home to iconic, trusted brands that make life a little bit easier in small but meaningful ways. We’ve spanned three centuries thanks to three simple ideas: leadership, innovation and citizenship. The insight, innovation and passion of talented teams has helped us grow into a global company that is governed responsibly and ethically, that is open and transparent, and that supports good causes and protects the environment. This is a place where you can be proud to work and do something that matters.