What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Artist position at David C Cook?
Create Resources That Inspire Millions
Every great product begins with thoughtful design and exceptional execution.
The Production Artist ensures projects stay on schedule, meet deadlines and budgets, and are error-free for print and digital delivery. This role involves laying out longer documents using established design standards, supporting in-house proofing and production workflows, and preparing final files with strong attention to detail and printer requirements. The position includes minor design work such as quick-turn digital pieces, asset creation, and basic photo editing (clipping paths, color correction, compositing). The Production Artist works closely with the Creative Director, Art Director, and cross-functional teams, requiring clear communication, flexibility, and the ability to manage deadlines. Strong skills in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator are required; 3D experience is a plus. The role is Mac-based within a PC environment and operates in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting
If you're someone who enjoys combining creativity with technical precision and takes pride in producing outstanding work, we'd love to meet you.
Why You'll Love This Role
This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of creative projects while developing your design and production expertise alongside an experienced creative team.
In This Role, You'll
You'll support the creative development and production of a wide variety of print and digital resources from concept through final delivery.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
Every great product begins with thoughtful design and exceptional execution.
The Production Artist ensures projects stay on schedule, meet deadlines and budgets, and are error-free for print and digital delivery. This role involves laying out longer documents using established design standards, supporting in-house proofing and production workflows, and preparing final files with strong attention to detail and printer requirements. The position includes minor design work such as quick-turn digital pieces, asset creation, and basic photo editing (clipping paths, color correction, compositing). The Production Artist works closely with the Creative Director, Art Director, and cross-functional teams, requiring clear communication, flexibility, and the ability to manage deadlines. Strong skills in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator are required; 3D experience is a plus. The role is Mac-based within a PC environment and operates in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting
If you're someone who enjoys combining creativity with technical precision and takes pride in producing outstanding work, we'd love to meet you.
Why You'll Love This Role
This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of creative projects while developing your design and production expertise alongside an experienced creative team.
In This Role, You'll
- Produce print and digital creative assets used by churches and ministry partners around the world.
- Collaborate with the Art Director, Lead Designer, Creative Director, and cross-functional teams to bring new products and marketing initiatives to life.
- Build expertise across page layout, cover production, digital design, photo editing, illustration support, and prepress production.
- Help ensure projects are completed with exceptional quality while meeting production schedules and deadlines.
- Contribute to a mission-driven organization where your creative work helps equip people to grow in their faith.
You'll support the creative development and production of a wide variety of print and digital resources from concept through final delivery.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
- Producing high-quality page layouts, book covers, marketing materials, and digital assets.
- Preparing print-ready and digital production files while maintaining brand consistency and quality standards.
- Collaborating with creative leadership to execute production plans, schedules, and project priorities.
- Performing photo retouching, compositing, illustration support, and graphic production tasks.
- Managing multiple production schedules while communicating project status and timeline updates.
- Supporting continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to improve production workflows and efficiency.
- Staying current on design software, production techniques, and creative industry trends.
Salary : $23 - $29