Twelve NYC is hiring : Production Artist in New York

Twelve NYC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Twelve NYC, a design-driven product development agency, is seeking a Production Artist to join their packaging team. In this role, you will ensure the smooth transition of packaging projects from concept to production, focusing on pre-press tasks and maintaining high-quality standards.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision (company covers 80%)

Short & Long Term Disability coverage

Monthly Mental Health Days

Summer Fridays

Company EAP

18-20 weeks of paid maternity leave

Discretionary Bonuses

Qualifications

• 3+ years as a Production Artist.
• Experience with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator is necessary.
• Understanding of print production file releases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare printer-ready files for various packaging materials.
• Conduct pre-press checks for accuracy and consistency.
• Manage version control and file organization.

Skills

Adobe Creative Cloud

Color management techniques

Design efficiency

Oral and written communication

Job description

At Twelve, we are passionate about bringing innovative merchandise and packaging ideas to life. As a design-driven product development agency, we collaborate with a wide range of clients to dream, design, develop, and deliver products for the world's most compelling brands. We're seeking a creatively inspiring, collaborative and agile Production Artist to join our packaging team and contribute to the creative journey of our exciting projects.

Role Summary :

As a Production Artist at Twelve, you will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless transition of packaging projects from concept to production. You will be responsible for the pre-press stage of the packaging process, preparing printer-ready files for production and ensuring quality standards for outgoing files. This role reports to the VP of Development &Packaging.

Responsibilities :

• Work closely with the Art Team and Creative + Development Team to understand project requirements and specifications
• Prepare printer-ready files for various packaging materials, including labels, folding cartons, rigid boxes, belly bands, corrugated cartons, influencer
• Evaluate client assets to make sure provided logos, illustrations and artwork are high-quality, and communicate to Development and Creative partners when updated assets are needed
• Optimize files for printing, ensuring they meet industry standards and our clients' specifications
• Display high level of accuracy and attention to details in artwork delivery
• Review design files for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines
• Conduct pre-press checks to identify and rectify any issues related to color accuracy, image resolution, and fonts
• Ability to relentlessly collaborate as well as work independently on several different projects at once
• Manage version control and file organization to ensure efficient production workflows
• Exercise judgment and project management skills, both personally and with team members, to balance priorities and communicate to teams to meet and exceed project deadlines and commitment
• Highly organized in maintaining production files to increase job efficiency and ensure that files and elements are easy to locate.
• Duties might include minor retouching, color correction or artwork clean-up
• Proactive about deadlines and timeline executions

Qualifications :

• 3+ years as a Production Artist
• Adobe Creative Cloud - InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator experience necessary
• Must have experience working with file releases for print production
• An understanding of color management techniques to maintain color consistency during print production.
• Proficient understanding of various print and finishing techniques, including hot stamping, embossing / debossing, the Pantone color system, special coatings, and die cuts.
• Ability to execute design tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Ability to work after-hours and on different time zones when necessary
• Must be flexible, open-minded, and respond to constructive criticism with revisions to designs and projects as necessary.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication, listening and decision-making skills.

Why Join Us?

• Medical, Dental, and Vision (company covers 80%!)
• Short & Long Term Disability as well as a host of voluntary insurance benefits
• Monthly Mental Health Days
• Summer Fridays
• Company EAP
• 18-20 weeks of paid maternity leave
• Discretionary Bonuses
• Disability as well as a host of voluntary insurance benefits

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