Creative Artist

Job Description

Job Description

The Production Artist prepares artwork for embroidery as well as other techniques (screen-print, metals, accessories, etc.) The Production Artist also prepares art approvals for customers. Accurate, timely completion of the duties of the Production Artist is an essential component in ensuring that companywide goals of quality and on-time delivery are attained. The expectation is to support customer logo requests and production level spec art requests by providing support and collaboration with other departments.

SCHEDULE - Monday through Friday 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (Staggered shift start and end times may be assigned based on the needs of department)

LOCATION - 270 Samuel Barnet Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745 On-site only; remote work is not available.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Use template design to create customer-requested logos
• Manipulate customer art files in Adobe Illustrator to follow our ornamentation requirements
• Prepare artwork approvals or production ready print files following ornamentation guidelines, color standards, and account history to be presented to customers to show what they will receive
• Meet the daily production requirements goals of completing 1 job per 15 minutes average
• Work on orders in a timely manner to ensure they are going into production before the need-by date on the order
• Ensure all order notes and details are followed to prevent returned products
• Participate in cross-training within the team to maximize production and quality goals
• Provide feedback to management on processing
• Workload from Production Art including assigned production level spec artwork
• Entry level thread Color Picking certification
• Additional duties as assigned

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Redraw files using Adobe Illustrator to create Vector artwork
• Prepare artwork for screen-print designs, metal accessories, and other specialty products
• Creating the standard of colors picked on any new release items
• Member of the Event team is selected based on knowledge and quality

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Extreme proficiency in Illustrator
• Knowledge of both MAC and PC OS Platforms
• Knowledge of Adobe Photoshop InDesign preferred
• Knowledge of other relevant computer software and systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent electronic communication and functional ability
• Ability to multi-task under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
• Good problem-solving skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent attention to detail
• Must possess initiative, energy, and drive
• Ability to maintain good working relationships with co-workers and management
• Excellent organizational skills

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma required.
• Vocational school graduate with study in graphic design a plus, with experience in Graphic Design required.
• Associate’s, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent professional experience in Graphic Design required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Use hands and fingers to handle, touch, and type. 
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
• Regularly required to walk.

WORK  ENVIRONMENT

• Office Environment
• Exposure to moderate noise level

VISION REQUIREMENT

• Close vision.
• Color vision.
• Ability to adjust focus.

OUR BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 30 days)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid and Voluntary Insurance Options at Discounted Rates
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Product Discounts

Ahead, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a socially responsible company. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ahead, LLC participates in E-Verify , We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

Completion of a post-offer background check is required for all positions. A satisfactory driving record is required for positions in which driving is an essential job function.