(S) Seasonal Production Artist

SXSW; Austin (TX); Hybride; USD 28 000 - 44 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

SXSW in Austin, TX invites a Seasonal Production Artist to design and produce branded visual assets for print and digital media, adhering to Brand Guidelines and tight deadlines.

Proficiency in typography, layout, and project management is essential; you will work across print and digital formats on small- and large-scale projects, collaborating with multiple departments. A four‑day in‑office schedule with one remote day is expected during peak periods.

Qualifications

• A degree in design and related fields is a plus.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop; After Effects skills are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Design and produce print and digital media assets using established Brand Guidelines.
• Route all designs through internal stakeholders for approval.
• Coordinate all aspects of the design process from info gathering to final file delivery.
• Use existing design templates to produce a high volume of work in various sizes, including large-format wayfinding signage.
• Work with existing design templates to produce advertising and marketing materials.
• Prepare files for print, ensuring each file will print as intended.
• Collaborate with other designers and teams on new initiatives.
• Work with various SXSW departments to fulfill requests for specific projects.
• Contribute to team effort by taking on additional production projects as bandwidth allows.

Connaissances

Graphic design

Typography

Time management

Project management

Independence

Communication

Formation

Design degree (preferred)

Outils

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

After Effects

Google Suite

Airtable

WebDam

Description du poste

Job Purpose

SXSW seeks an individual to design and produce engaging, branded visual assets in various media while meeting deadlines. This position requires excellent time management, graphic design, typography, and project management skills, as well as the ability to work independently. The candidate should be able to work across print and digital formats, as well as small- and large-scale projects, and be willing to take on a variety of production assignments.

SXSW Seasonal Production Artist

Job Purpose

SXSW seeks an individual to design and produce engaging, branded visual assets in various media while meeting deadlines. This position requires excellent time management, graphic design, typography, and project management skills, as well as the ability to work independently. The candidate should be able to work across print and digital formats, as well as small- and large-scale projects, and be willing to take on a variety of production assignments.

Duties & Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Design and produce print and digital media assets using established Brand Guidelines
• Route all designs through internal stakeholders for approval
• Coordinate all aspects of the design process from info gathering to final file delivery
• Use existing design templates to produce a high volume of work in various sizes, including large-format wayfinding signage.
• Work with existing design templates to produce advertising and marketing materials.
• Prepare files for print, meticulously ensuring each file will print as intended (as press checks are not always possible, and time is of the essence)
• Collaborate with other designers and teams on new initiatives
• Work with various SXSW departments to fulfill requests for specific projects
• Contribute to team effort by taking on additional production projects as bandwidth allows

On-Site Responsibilities

• Liaise between the Experience Design team and SXSW staff as necessary
• On-call for any Experience Design team needs
• Support the Signage Team with physical signage deliveries, sign deployment, and other signage tasks as needed.
• Work required on-site shifts
• Participate in support staff shifts

Qualifications & Skills

Proven graphic design experience

• A degree in design and related fields is a plus
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, and Adobe Photoshop. After Effects skills are a plus
• Design efficiency, flexibility & time management skills
• Strong typographic skills, including a keen eye for typographical errors
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; meticulous
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Ability to work well both independently and with the team
• Proficiency in Google Suite
• Knowledge of Airtable, JotForm, WebDam (Digital Asset Management), and FileMaker is a plus
• Include portfolio for consideration

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully:

• Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds, as needed.
• Operation of standard office equipment, including computers, phones, and printers.
• May require occasional bending, reaching, kneeling, or climbing stairs.
• Must be willing to go between various downtown venues, with or without assistance.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Location & Schedule

This position is located in Austin, Texas. Four days in the office (Monday-Thursday) and one day remote each week. Must be available to work additional hours from January–March, including evenings and weekends. Position start date: Nov 30, 2026, ending March 26, 2027.