Artworker/Proofreader
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Full Job Description
The Sr Production Artist is responsible for
developing accurate and high-quality artwork for basic to intermediate
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) as necessary.
- Ensures high quality standards in all production client deliverables.
- Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of high quality basic to intermediate or complex 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), 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.
- Meets quality standards consistently for all assigned deliverables and makes recommendations to Management for improvements in reports, tools, processes and assigned tasks.
- Additional duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s Degree in
Graphic Arts, Marketing, Advertising or related field
•
Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred
• 6+ years
progressive print manufacturing experience in a pre-press, graphic
arts or related field required; or equivalent combination of education
and experience
• Proficient 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
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.
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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.
Artworker/Proofreader
Matthews International
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