Graphic Artist

Job Responsibilities

• Pulls and self-assigns projects through an online Art/Order dashboard.
• Reads and interprets orders, following directions indicated on the order.
• Produces custom designs as specified on orders tied to defined product, decoration process, and graphic concepts.
• Fulfills brand standards, licensing guidelines, garment specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Runs Spell Check on every art file.
• Works with Senior Artists to troubleshoot files and resolve art issues.
• Works directly with sales reps, buyers, and licensors to refine and edit art files as needed.
• Works with Art Support to resolve and/or update order information.
• Works with Graphic Services to create color separation files which are used for producing screens.
• Manages orders and workflow to effectively meet all deadlines and ship date requirements.
• Saves art files to appropriate network locations.
• Assists with Double Proofing, Quality Auditing, and Editing assignments as job knowledge increases.
• Assists with special projects as needed.
• May be required to work overtime during peak demands and event seasons (daily and weekends).

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Degree in Commercial Art, Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related experience.
• Technical Skills: Working knowledge of the Macintosh computer and advanced knowledge of Adobe – Creative Cloud, especially Adobe Illustrator.
• Design Skills: Professional design skills, including a strong knowledge and understanding of typography.
• Availability: Available to work overtime during peak demands and event seasons (daily and weekends).
• Department Knowledge: Understands the functions of the department, including the printing processes, art creation, order flow, licensing, art approvals, and Graphic Services.