Production Designer [AQ-18725]

About the Role

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented and technically proficient design expert to join a fast-paced product design team. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of creativity and technical precision, bringing new products to life and serving as the bridge between creative vision and tangible reality.

Responsibilities

• Translate sophisticated graphic design concepts into accurate, production-ready artwork and comprehensive technical schematics.
• Create and meticulously maintain detailed product graphics, layouts, labeling, and design files, ensuring absolute precision.
• Prepare artwork with exact dimensions, organized layers, precise specifications, and impeccable file structures to facilitate seamless production.
• Collaborate closely with graphic designers and cross-functional partners to execute designs for manufacturing.
• Make strategic design decisions, navigating technical and manufacturing constraints without compromising creative intent.
• Separate and organize artwork tailored for various production and printing processes, ensuring optimal output.
• Review all files for accuracy, consistency, and production readiness, upholding the highest quality standards.
• Ensure digital artwork seamlessly transitions into high-quality physical products ready for market.
• Manage multiple, concurrent projects with exceptional organizational skills and commitment to detail.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in production design, graphic production, technical graphic design, or a related discipline.
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent practical experience demonstrating strong design principles.
• Proven experience creating schematics, technical layouts, production artwork, or detailed design files that meet manufacturing standards.
• Strong understanding of design execution and technical knowledge of graphic design processes.
• Experience with production-focused design work (print, packaging, labeling, book design, typography, or product graphics).
• Exceptional ability to interpret creative direction and translate it into flawless, production-ready assets.
• Unwavering attention to detail and capability to work precisely within stringent specifications.
• A compelling portfolio demonstrating technical and process-oriented design work, especially in preparing designs for production.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of pre-press and various printing processes.
• Experience with color separations or screen printing techniques.
• Familiarity with trims, production specifications, and physical product applications.
• Experience preparing artwork for packaging or physical consumer products.
• Strong typography skills, demonstrating hierarchy and readability.
• Previous experience in the consumer products industry.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and other Adobe Creative Cloud applications.
• Prior experience supporting a large retail or consumer brand.

About the Company

Join a global leader in athletic footwear, apparel, and equipment, renowned for innovation, performance, and design excellence. This company shapes experiences worldwide, transforming visionary concepts into tangible products that inspire millions. It emphasizes sustainability, digital advancements, and partnerships with top athletes and teams.

Why Join Us?

This role offers an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the entire lifecycle of creative work, from concept to production, within an experienced product and graphic design organization. Gain invaluable experience working on highly visible consumer products, develop expertise in production-focused graphic design, and see your work come to life on a global scale. Transform digital precision into tangible products that impact consumers worldwide.

Note: This role is offered through Aquent Talent, providing access to benefits like subsidized health plans, paid sick leave, retirement plans with a match, and free online training through Aquent Gymnasium.