Production Artist - Freelance

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Identified by Google from the original job post
Qualifications
The ideal candidate should have experience in book design and be able to blend visual artistry with functional design to capture the essence of our book's theme
Proven experience in graphic design, specifically with book covers
Excellent written communication skills for crafting the introduction
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Responsibilities
Design a captivating book cover that reflects the theme and tone of the content
Write a compelling introduction that will engage readers and give a glimpse into the book’s content
Create a clear and organized index that aligns with the book's structure
Job description
We are looking for a creative and skilled graphic designer to create a book cover, along with an engaging introduction and a well-structured index. This project is for a demo version and is not intended for publication at this stage. The ideal candidate should have experience in book design and be able to blend visual artistry with functional design to capture the essence of our book's theme.

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Production Artist - Freelance
SGK • Washington, DC, United States • via LinkedIn
5 hours ago
Full–time
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Job highlights
Identified by Google from the original job post
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Arts or related field
6+ years of previous graphic arts experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required
Basic computer software skills within Apple Mac equipment and operating systems, Adobe Design Suite, Acrobat plus QuarkXpress, Agile, etc
High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment
Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
Ability to work overtime as necessary
Responsibilities
The Production Artist creates high-quality artwork for basic production assignments to incorporate in final layout for assembly
This role incorporates branding guidelines (e.g. photography, text, legal requirements, etc.) into artwork layout (e.g. packaging, circulars, etc.) per client’s technical specifications
Attends any client meetings (e.g. pre-production) with team to gather information on production assignments
Produces high quality standards in all production client deliverables
Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high quality basic to intermediate level artwork, effectively using industry standard software, tools, and print techniques
Performs assigned tasks within the overall production workflow and assigned budget, according to work order specifications, industry and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), company standards, and the client’s Brand guidelines and standards
Ensures client project team has most current information about the status of the assigned project(s) by logging and maintaining project plan information into the project tracking system
Additional duties as assigned
Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see
Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions
Job description
SGK is a global packaging and brand experience company. From idea to implementation, we deliver packaging solutions and brand experiences that give brands the freedom to speak louder, scale faster and grow stronger. We simplify marketing and amplify brands to deliver value. SGK is a Matthews International company.

Position Summary

The Production Artist creates high-quality artwork for basic production assignments to incorporate in final layout for assembly. This role incorporates branding guidelines (e.g. photography, text, legal requirements, etc.) into artwork layout (e.g. packaging, circulars, etc.) per client’s technical specifications.

Job Responsibilities
• Attends any client meetings (e.g. pre-production) with team to gather information on production assignments.
• Produces high quality standards in all production client deliverables.
• Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high quality basic to intermediate level artwork, effectively using industry standard software, tools, and print techniques.
• Performs assigned tasks within the overall production workflow and assigned budget, according to work order specifications, industry and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), company standards, and the client’s Brand guidelines and standards.
• Ensures client project team has most current information about the status of the assigned project(s) by logging and maintaining project plan information into the project tracking system.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications / Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Arts or related field
• 6+ years of previous graphic arts experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• Basic computer software skills within Apple Mac equipment and operating systems, Adobe Design Suite, Acrobat plus QuarkXpress, Agile, etc.
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting
• Ability to work overtime as necessary

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Matthews International endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, Matthews International provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.

At Matthews International, what makes us different is what makes us great. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.