At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovative teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let's Imagine a better way together.
Midnight Oil (moagency.com) , strategically located in "the heart of Hollywood" in Burbank, CA, is an extraordinary creative, and specialty print production partner to the majority of theatrical and streaming studios, with relationships often measured in terms of decades, not years. We uniquely and conveniently combine our Studio and Print Production capabilities all under one roof in our 120,000 square feet facility, with an Amtrak stop and the Burbank Airport directly across the street. However, our "secret sauce" is simply our people ... we have the best, most passionate, most capable team of 125 motivated employees who always delivers exceptional solutions to our clients as we aren't satisfied being anything short of the best. Generally speaking, we shape creative ideas by making them better and bringing them to life in virtually any media format, on-time, and to the highest standards of quality. And, we do things the right way as our culture of mutual respect, transparency, collaboration, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion makes MO a great place to work.
Position Summary: The Production Artist provides project support to the internal pre-media team preparing files for internal and external manufacturing at the expected level of quality.
Work Location: On-site at our Burbank, CA office.
Shift: Monday-Friday, 2nd Shift, 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Follow company Security Policy and asset management protocol
• Follow direction by way of production assembly ticket instructions
• Entering and editing of production assembly ticket instructions
• Adhere to job schedule and time keeping procedures.
• Preflight client files
• Troubleshoot and problem solves file issues as they relate to desktop publishing and printing.
• Perform various upload and download tasks.
• Perform Xerox outputs and rule ups.
• Adhere to ongoing and established Quality Assurance procedures.
• Verification of assembled prepress files (dimensions, color, mechanical) and / or planning imposition layouts before moving files to the Production Floor or for uploads to other print vendors
• Ensure that Approved Color, Content and Comps are in the job bag before moving job bags into production
• Sending PDF emails for job approvals
• Download photos from department camera and maintain photo library
• Maintain organizational structure of GF template library, not limited but including posting company spec sheets
• Continual training to maintain a skill level that is above what is needed
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 years professional prepress experience
• Diverse understanding of the graphic arts industry as it applies to pre-media, offset litho/silkscreen
  printing, large format digital printing, retail display and new technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work in a team environment and support the team when time permits.
• Understanding of general production workflow
• Proficient in Creative Adobe Suite Illustrator / Photoshop / InDesign / Acrobat, Outlook, Word, Excel, and
  other peripherals such as Pit Stop, Suitcase (font management), FTP software (CyberDuck), VNC
• Possess overall exceptional Computer skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of Variable Data processing is a favorable feature
• Exceptional coordination and multitasking skills
• Attention to detail with outstanding analytic skills
• Self-starter and innovative thinker
• Commitment to continued learning
• Ultimate client satisfaction mentality and approach
• Proactive approach to identify and solve problems before they arise
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency in any language (including ASL) preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
  functions
• Occasional walking
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work
• Frequent Sitting for prolonged periods of time

The national pay range for this role is $30-$37/ hour. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.
Imagine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Diversity and Inclusion are not just a checked box, it is a critical part of our commitment to deliver innovative solutions to our clients and provide a great place to work for our entire Imagine family. We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.
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