Jr. Production Designer

About Us

Ann Taylor embodies and celebrates the spirit, heritage, and confidence of American women leading the lives they love. Since its beginnings, Ann Taylor has been committed to providing women with everything they need to feel inspired and motivated as they navigate their multifaceted lives. Our effortlessly polished styles are thoughtfully designed to go anywhere—from the office to special occasions (and everywhere in between). Discover a culture centered on empowering employees, with access to industry leaders and tools you need to expand your skills and stretch your abilities. We'll meet you at every milestone with opportunities and benefits to make life better in and outside of work (not to mention your closet).

About The Role

The Jr. Production Designer will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless transition of digital and print projects from concept to production. Will be responsible for the creation, quality and deliverables of digital projects and various printer ready files, ensuring quality standards for outgoing files across digital and print.

• Work closely with the Production, Brand and Creative Development Team to understand project requirements and specifications
• Prepare digital files across multi-channel streams, ensuring the best quality of email, social, and site deliverables
• Evaluate client assets to make sure provided logos, illustrations and artwork is high-quality, and communicate to Development and Creative partners when updated assets are needed
• 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
• Manage version control and file organization to ensure efficient production workflows
• Optimize all creative files, ensuring they meet industry standards
• Might include minor retouching, color correction or artwork cleanup

Duties

You’ll bring to the role:

• Bachelor's Degree in Digital/Graphic Design, or related field
• 1-3 years’ experience in digital production
• Adobe Creative Cloud - InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Figma, After Effects experience necessary
• Working knowledge of SharePoint, CMS, Wrike, Teams, Ai Tools, and print ready understanding for pre-press and CMYK/color approvals
• Experience working with large scale digital file releases, optimization and handling multiple project deadlines while ensuring file quality
• 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

Benefits

At KnitWell Group, you will be eligible to receive a merchandise discount at select KnitWell Group brands, subject to each brand’s discount policies. Support for your individual development plus career mobility within our family of brands. A culture of giving back – local volunteer opportunities, annual donation and volunteer match to eligible nonprofit organizations, and philanthropic activities to support our communities.

• Medical, dental, vision insurance & 401(K) retirement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Time off – paid time off & holidays