PRINT PRODUCER

PRINT PRODUCER

Mid-Level Hybrid Print Producer and creative (e.g., graphic designer, copywriter, illustrator, video post-production, or 3D artist). The client is looking for someone to help ensure high-quality print output using best practices, as well as someone to help them continue to elevate and innovate print deliverables. And, they'd like for this new team member to have one or more additional artistic/creative skillsets that allow them to approach print from a different perspective. The client maintains internal print production facilities in their Chicago and Charlotte offices including these capabilities: digital printing, cutting, bindery, large format, package design/production.

The Print Producer/Creative position is based in Chicago, IL within an in-house creative team, who consistently ranks in the Top 5 nationally in GDUSA's Inhouse Design Awards and the American Graphic Design Awards.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND SKILLS:
• This multi-disciplined role directly supports collaborative hands-on development with the creative team for print production of physical deliverables. In turn, there is an expectation of working within the clients brand-new downtown Chicago office space 3-5 days a week depending on workload. Other types of secondary creative work may be performed remotely.
• Must be a team player and be proactive, punctual, organized, engaged, collaborative and prepared.
• Can work as part of a creative team using established creative workflows, while also taking ownership of assignments and working independently.
• Has solid written communication and ability to proof work for quality and accuracy. Can clearly express and present ideas, listen well, and collaborate with clients and team members alike.
• Must be adaptive to new innovations, processes, equipment and software.
• Must be able to troubleshoot challenges and seek help when needed.
• Has knowledge of print production including digital printing, large format, and packaging.
• Understands imposition.
• Is conscious about sustainability.
• Can develop and optimize files based on their end use (print production or digital)
• Must have experience working creatively within brand systems, standards and color management.
• Understands print production specifications, substrates, and color space.
• Maintains to-do list, completes tasks, keeps production calendar up to date.
• Has the ability to work hands-on creating physical deliverables include large format posters and banners.
• Has a strong working knowledge of Adobe CC (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat Pro).
• Has a strong working knowledge of Mac and PC-based Microsoft Office 365/2016 (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

PLUSES:
• BA degree in graphic design preferred; 2-5 years' experience (mid-level).
• Knowledge of Fiery Command Workstation.
• Knowledge of shipping systems (FedEx, UPS, LTL Freight, US Government Client) both domestic and international.
• Knowledge of OpenAsset.
• Has graphic design experience with strength in page layout, document design, graphic/infographic design, flow diagrams, maps, technical diagrams preferred.
• Knowledge or strong interest in 3D printing.
• Worked in an in-house creative team environment.
• Worked in a commercial print shop.
• Worked with commercial print vendors.


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Last updated on Aug 9, 2023