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Graphic Artist - Production
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What they do
A Graphic Designer works with text and images to create design for printed material or web sites. Develops visual designs, such as a logo, that establish an identity or brand for an organization, business or campaign; uses design skills to improve the visual impact of advertising messages, reports, books or websites. May produce documents and printed materials using desktop publishing software and equipment. May work for a publishing company or provide printed business or marketing material for business clients.
$59,694 / year median in Iowa
-14% projected decline
Job Description
- Create and edit vector artwork using computer-based design software.
- Recreate logos, lettering, numbering systems, and garment artwork from customer-provided files, mockups, and samples.
- Update and revise existing garment mockups in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, including color changes, artwork placement, logos, lettering, and other customer-requested adjustments.
- Prepare and adapt artwork for sublimation, embroidery, tackle twill, and other applicable decoration methods.
- Set up artwork with the dimensions, colors, layers, line weights, and file formats required for each production process.
- Place and scale artwork on garment templates, verifying alignment, coverage, bleed, and consistency before releasing files to production.
- Prepare clean vector artwork for embroidery digitizing and revise artwork based on digitizing, sew-out, or production feedback.
- Work with production personnel to identify and correct artwork that cannot be manufactured as submitted.
- Maintain brand consistency and follow customer or licensing guidelines.
- Collaborate with Customer Service, Sales, and Design teams to resolve artwork and order issues.
- Review artwork at multiple stages and make revisions as needed.
- Organize and maintain digital artwork files and related documentation.
- Assist with special projects and process improvements as assigned.
- Follow company safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment. Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop or comparable raster-editing software.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines. Preferred Qualifications
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field.
- Understanding of garment decoration processes.
- Experience with vector artwork and typography.