Senior Production Artist

Job Description:The Marketing Department partners with other areas of the firm to effectively communicate and deliver Dimensional’s message through various internal and external platforms. Team members are passionate about the firm’s philosophy and work collaboratively to spread the word about Dimensional’s offering. Everyone on the team is empowered to identify and champion ideas that deliver on the department’s commitments to stakeholders.A senior production artist in the Marketing department takes a lead role in the production of corporate collateral including white papers, brochures, publications, events materials, presentations, email templates, and websites for print and digital distribution. He/she must have the ability to work within a corporate brand and a fast-paced environment and have an understanding of the broader communication needs of internal client base. The senior production artist plays a key role in the production process, which includes managing projects, dealing directly with internal clients and partnering with other members of the creative team.Responsibilities:Work closely with other members in the Marketing team in the production of a design from start to finish.Work closely with the Design Director to understand and master design and brand standards across a variety of mediums.Work collaboratively with editorial team so that copy and design overall work together to communicate subject matter in a clear and understandable way.Work collaboratively with the project management and operations team in delivering production ready materials.Collaborate with editorial and presentation teams to create accurate and compelling charts, graphs, and tables, pulling Excel data into Illustrator and InDesign charts.Master and maintain brand standards and consistency of message and design across materials and media, globally.Create, master, and maintain suite of branded templates for a variety of corporate collateral deliverables.Create press-ready mechanicals. Maintain quality control in regards to file preparation.Create and retouch digital images as needed.Regularly track work against defined schedule.Ensure internal workflow processes are followed; Keep Project Managers informed throughout design development cycle.Maintain assets and electronic files on a shared server.Maintain project organization including keeping accurate project notes and records in internal database.Qualifications:Expert in print production software:• Adobe Creative Suite• Microsoft OfficeMust have formal training/experience in typography, production and prepress skillsAbility to effectively communicate with printers about complex print jobs and attend press checks if neededFamiliarity with web design principles and user interface best practicesHaving knowledge of some basic coding skills is a plus.Willingness to learn and become proficient in digital content management systems (such as SiteCore, ClickDimensions and Cvent)Excellent oral, presentation and communication skillsExcellent project management skillsAbility to work on both a Mac and a PC for a variety of mediaAbility to synthesize information to develop creative, innovative design solutions for diverse client base across multiple lines of businessAbility to translate and simplify complex data through information graphics, charts and graphsAbility to prioritize independently based on workflow dependencies, competing business initiatives, and time constraintsAbility to work independently and take initiative solving creative problems, enhancing the brand, and improving operational efficiencies.Ability to work as part of a team and take direction from Art Director, Design Director and Creative DirectorAbility to multitask and take initiativeBackground in financial services industry a plusB.F.A. in graphic design or equivalentMinimum ten years of professional design experience in a fast-paced agency or in-house, creative environmentThis role is not eligible for immigration sponsorship#LI-HybridDimensional offers a variety of programs to help take care of you, your family, and your career, including comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives, and special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth.It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates. SummaryLocation: Austin; CharlotteType: Full time