POSITION PURPOSE

We’re looking for a passionate, creative, and experienced Junior Production Artist. If you get excited about graphic design and want to help others through your work… BDI could be the place for you!

The Junior Production Artist will execute the graphic adaptation of approved creative concepts across various iterations of direct mail and digital media campaigns. Assists in preparing press-ready print files and web-ready art assets in various file formats based on supplied specifications.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Creates and refines multiple versions of artwork. Maintains quality of design while adapting and resizing artwork hand-offs from designers into multiple formats and templates for print and digital media
• Prepares design files for print or digital final production, including resizing images, adjusting layouts, exporting assets in various file formats and correcting any errors
• Image selection and editing: retouching, resizing and color correction
• Ensures visual consistency by integrating existing style systems across various print and digital media channels, including direct mail, emails, landing pages, display ads and social media
• Creates high-quality digital proofs for client approval and incorporates necessary revisions
• Maintains organized files and documentation, including version control, asset libraries, folder structures and archives design files in a consistent manner
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to create multiple versions of artwork while maintaining quality
• Experience preparing files for print and digital media (emails, websites, web ads, social media, etc.) Working knowledge of printing processes, press limitations, and file formats. Technically skilled in design file set up and knowledge of industry standard best practices for handling print and digital media files
• An eye for photo selection, cropping and editing: color correction, retouching, image optimization and masking
• Strong design fundamentals in color, form, type and layout
• Working knowledge of digital design and UX/UI best practices for digital media
• Ability to create simple animated gifs
• Strong attention to detail and a keen eye for visual accuracy
• Openness to direction, mentoring and training to improve skills
• Able to work under tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, practice good judgement, effective decision making and time management skills
• Good interpersonal skills and a positive work ethic
• Must be highly motivated, collaborative, reliable, willing to learn and willing to handle repetitive tasks

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• BFA in Graphic Design
• 1 years of experience in print/digital production
• Software fluency in the latest graphics and business programs: Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Express), Canva, Figma, Microsoft Suite
• A diverse portfolio showcasing production skills and design thinking that demonstrates a proficient understanding of both print and digital media
• Prior experience with an advertising/marketing agency is a plus

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Professional services office environment
• Hybrid work schedule
• Occasional travel to conferences

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $52,500.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Our client base consists of faith- and cause-based non-profits. Are you comfortable working with faith-based clients?
• What is your experience level with Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, AppleScript, and JavaScript?
• Please elaborate on your experience as a Production Artist.
• The Production Artist position requires collaboration, organization, and attention to detail. Tell us why you're the right person for this role!
• Do you have any experience in marketing or fundraising?

Ability to Relocate:

• Monrovia, CA 91016: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Monrovia, CA 91016