Design Coordinator

Orange Circle Studio – Southern California

About Us

Do you like providing meaningful gifts to people that are all about art-design and having a positive impact on others? Do you like working with cross-functional teams to develop new products?

If this is how you see your career, Orange Circle Studio is the place to be!

Located in sunny California, Orange Circle Studio Corporation is always dreaming about the future. Since 2009, we have created products that are inspiring, delightful, and unexpected. Consumers love to buy our products and give them as gifts or keep them for themselves. We love introducing imaginative items that feature original artwork designed to transform ordinary goods into cherished belongings.

Our mission is to create artistic products that celebrate life’s little moments and make people smile.

Orange Circle Studio, LLC has 3 distinct brands

• Orange Circle Studio – A recognized name in the calendar space, our prolific and diverse line of planners and calendars has a loyal consumer base and is found in major retailers throughout the country.
• Studio Oh! –- A boutique publisher of artistically designed gift and stationery products intended for today’s consumer. The company has been recognized for its collaborations with exceptionally talented, up-and-coming illustrators and use of eco-friendly materials. When you buy a product from Studio Oh! and you know it has been created with careful attention to detail and fresh, inspiring designs that you will be delighted to share.
• Ju-Ju-Be – For almost two decades, Ju-Ju-Be’s premium diaper bags have been instrumental in improving the lives of busy parents. Packed with loads of features, these stylish yet highly functional bags are designed to outlast, outwear, and outsay the others.

Job Title: Design Coordinator

Job Type: Full-time, salary, non-exempt

Pay: $55,000 to 60,000.00 (Based on experience)

Key Responsibilities:

• Work closely with art directors, design managers, editors and traffic department to ensure the workflow of all jobs, assist in art notes and review proofs.
• Coordinate, hire and communicate with freelance designers.
• Track and mange artists and illustration library.
• Route and manage line sheets and sales Power Points.
• Create sales Power Points when needed
• Assist in CAD and mockup revisions and corrections to print production files
• Assist VP of Creative with tasks and department operations

* This is not a design position, but must have a keen eye for design and color. There may be a small amount of production responsibilities such as making corrections to Photoshop, Indesign and Illustrator files.

General Responsibilities:

• Make sure deadlines are met and communicate with all departments to keep workflow running smooth and maintain schedules and budgets.
• Follow design department procedures, protocols, standards, and SOPs.
• Maintain positive relationships with the sales, editorial, design, and product development teams.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of print production, manufacturing and commercial printing, as well as an understanding of 4/c printing.
• Excellent people skills and friendly personality.
• Keen eye and attention to detail.
• Proficient in Mac computers, Adobe Creative Cloud and Microsoft Office with an emphasis in Power Point and Excel.
• Strong work ethic and team player.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-centric environment.
• Highly organized with ability to keep track of own schedule and deliverables.

Education and Experience:

• 4-year degree from accredited college/university preferred
• 3 years of experience in a design and project management related role

Benefits

• Health benefits: medical, dental, vision, and FSA.
• 401(k) with up to 5% employer match.
• Paid time off (vacation and personal/sick days)
• Paid holidays
• Employer paid Long-Term Disability
• Growth potential/Opportunity for advancement within organization
• Beverages and snacks provided

Our company is committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on any legally recognized basis [“protected class”] including, but not limited to race; color; religion; genetic information; national origin; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; age; disability; citizenship status; uniform service member status; or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.

* No job placement recruiters, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Production Artist: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Irvine, CA 92618 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Irvine, CA 92618: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000