Production Designer (Esko) — Hybrid, CPG Brand

Mars United Commerce; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Family Care for parents and caret

Monetary assistance for Adoption, Sur-

Monetary assistance for pet adoption

Employee Assistance Programs andHealth

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off and Flexible Time off

Matching Gifts programs

Flexible working arrangements

Work Your World Program

Business Resource Groups

Job summary

Mars United℠ Commerce is seeking a Production Designer to support a large CPG client, focused on print and digital design, adhering to file-building standards. Expertise in Esko Studio and a strong portfolio are required.

Candidates should reside within a commutable distance to our New York, Chicago or Detroit (Troy) office for a hybrid work schedule. The role emphasizes brand design systems, collaboration with Art Directors, and staying current with design trends while delivering on-time,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts, Marketing, Communications or related field
• Experience working in Esko Studio (die line to 3d render, plus pack outs) is a definite bonus
• A well-rounded portfolio of client work, demonstrating a strong understanding of client objectives and strategies
• Culturally and creatively curious
• Passion for problem-solving, commerce, marketing and business
• Ego-less collaborator
• Strong written and communication skills
• Strong collaboration skills
• Strong time management and prioritization skills

Responsibilities

• Design tactical mockups and presentation to help support and sell-in business-first ideas
• Assist in developing brand/campaign design systems and style guides
• Inspect and assess working files to assure the correct assets (logos, fonts, colors, images) are available and utilized
• Adhere to all agency, vendor and client guidelines and processes for file building and archiving
• Keep project files organized and available to creative team members
• Handle a workload of multiple projects, including daily administrative tasks like email and time entry
• Complete assigned work with efficiency and creative excellence, on deadline
• Collaborate with Art Directors and Production Artists to manage the creative process throughout all stages of execution
• Continue to grow your craft and skills
• Remain current on design trends, best practices, media platforms and competitors
• All other duties as assigned by Creative leadership.

Skills

Esko Studio

Adobe Creative Suite

Brand design

Print+digital design

Typography

Time management

Education

Bachelor's degree in graphic arts

Marketing or related field

Tools

Esko Studio

Job description

Mars United℠ Commerce is seeking a Production Designer to support a large CPG client, focused on print and digital design, adhering to file-building standards. Expertise in Esko Studio and a strong portfolio are required.

Candidates should reside within a commutable distance to our New York, Chicago or Detroit (Troy) office for a hybrid work schedule. The role emphasizes brand design systems, collaboration with Art Directors, and staying current with design trends while delivering on-time,