Production Designer

Summary

Join our client, a dynamic production design agency servicing CPG companies, as a talented Production Designer. You will collaborate with the Director of Design and team members to execute production design projects encompassing technical packaging layouts and marketing assets. This role demands a strong understanding of design principles for print and digital media, experience in technical design, and proficiency in various file types and software. The position requires managing multiple design tasks simultaneously, meeting tight deadlines, and communicating effectively with clients and internal teams. This is a remote, independent contractor position offering weekly pay within a collaborative work environment. The ideal candidate will have at least 5-10 years of experience in print design and preparation.

Requirements

• At least 5 to 10 years of experience in print design and preparation for print (e.g., understanding bleed, trim, and color modes)
• Fluency in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop is a must
• Experience in digital design for basic sales and marketing assets including but not limited to web assets, social media assets, email layouts, static ads
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and file-sharing platforms such as Dropbox, WeTransfer, and Google Drive
• Fluency and strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Ability to adapt quickly to tight deadlines and fast-paced client requirements
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple design tasks and deadlines from a variety of clients
• Portfolio showcasing your experience with packaging and marketing design assets
• Previous experience working with CPG companies or within agencies that service CPG companies

Responsibilities

• Assist with packaging design, technical layout, and pre-press preparation for both print and digital formats
• Create photorealistic mockups to visually represent final packaging and marketing materials, often using existing templates
• Execute and/or iterate marketing assets including social media content, email templates, and web assets based on a client brief and often a completed design strategy
• Produce ready-to-print files for materials such as sell sheets, price lists, table tents, postcards, and event/installation ephemera
• Collaborate with the Director of Design and the broader team to meet client needs and ensure high-quality outputs
• Interface with clients professionally to understand project requirements and provide updates
• Manage multiple design tasks simultaneously while ensuring fast turnaround times
• Prepare and organize design files for print, working with print vendors to ensure correct file specifications
• Communicate effectively and professionally with both clients and internal team members, particularly with regard to file preparation and design considerations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with InDesign and/or Figma preferred
• Experience with project management tools like Trello, Asana, or Monday is preferred

Benefits

• This is a remote-only position
• Candidates must be available to work in Pacific Standard Time (9am-5pm PST) with some flexibility once fully trained
• Independent contractor, 40 hours per week
• Paid weekly
• $1500 - $2000