IHL Group · 4 weeks ago
Packaging Production Designer
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $90K/yr
5+ years expIHL Group is seeking a talented Packaging Production Designer to join their team. The Production Designer will be responsible for converting design files into print-ready files and ensuring that all artwork is tailored to the manufacturing technique while overseeing projects from concept through mass production.
ApparelConsumer GoodsFashionLifestyleManufacturing
Responsibilities
File Preparation: Construct and revise final, print-ready mechanical files for vendors
Technical Adjustments: Perform expert photo retouching, color correction, and apply ICC profiles
Quality Control: Proofread all artwork for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with guidelines (legal, brand, technical) to ensure accuracy of copy, color, and content. Should understand how materials can affect color and deliver detailed feedback to suppliers to achieve desired results
Collaboration: Work closely with designers, brand managers, and production teams to meet deadlines and project goals. When faced with obstacles, work independently and effectively attain clarification to push projects forward
Proofing: Check printer-supplied proofs to ensure accuracy when compared to released artwork. Route all artwork internally and implement markup changes without error
Qualification
Required
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). Microsoft Office
Strong understanding of print production, color management (CMYK, spot colors), and file formats
Keen eye for detail, typography, layout, and brand consistency
5+ years as a Production Artist within a product company, design studio, creative agency, print publication, or from the manufacturing side. (from a product manufacturer, printing company, packaging or display supplier, etc.)
Experience preparing and adapting artwork for retail and point of purchase displays, with an understanding of structure, materials, and production constraints
Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Intimate knowledge of formal typographic and graphic design convention; ability to supply artwork in various file formats according to the manufacturing process
Expert ability to create original manufacturing dielines, iterate and impose artwork onto dielines supplied by suppliers
Experience with writing error-free print specifications to release to suppliers
Fluent in 4-color process, Pantone matching systems, studio color management, color profiles, and proofing
Strong hands-on studio skills for prototyping packaging designs
BA required
Preferred
Apparel experience is nice to have
BFA/BA in Graphic Design or Media preferred
Company
IHL Group
IHL Group is a trend-driven apparel company that specializes in activewear, intimates, sleepwear, and lounge for women and children.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Sami Souid
Chief Executive Officer
Helena Raaholm
CREATIVE DIRECTOR HANDBAGS
Recent News
2024-12-03
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