Graphic Designer/Production Artist

Job Overview

We are seeking a Graphic Designer with strong production-art skills to support our embroidery, screen-printing, and digital transfer workflows. This role focuses on preparing customer-provided artwork for production, communicating directly with clients, and ensuring all orders move smoothly through the pipeline. Creativity is welcome, but this position is primarily production-focused rather than original design creation.

Responsibilities

• CorelDRAW / Illustrator — Use industry-standard software to prepare and adjust customer artwork.
• Critical thinking — Solve layout, sizing, and production challenges efficiently.
• Customer communication — Provide clear updates on order status directly to clients.
• Wilcom / Printavo experience a plus.
• Mock up garments with customer designs, specifying placement, size, and colors.
• Make minor adjustments to artwork to ensure files are production ready.
• Separate colors for screen printing and prepare print-ready separation films.
• Photograph production samples and email proofs to customers.
• Make revisions based on client feedback.
• Create and order gang sheets for DTF transfers.
• Typeset and prepare name personalization for embroidery and digital transfers.
• Review designs for spelling errors and omissions before printing.
• Perform Pantone color matching for accurate production results.
• Document order status in internal software for accurate tracking.
• Prepare orders for the production floor with all required details.
• Work primarily with customer-provided artwork (minimal original design creation).
• Willing to train motivated candidates with the right mindset.

Skills

• Proficiency in graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign; familiarity with CorelDRAW and Printavo is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of color theory, typography, layout design, and visual hierarchy.
• Experience with print production processes such as prepress workflows and typesetting.
• Technical skills in motion graphics creation using Adobe After Effects and video editing tools.
• Knowledge of web technologies including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, WordPress content management system.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent presentation skills coupled with the ability to communicate ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
• Familiarity with content management systems (CMS) for digital asset deployment.
• Attention to detail in photo editing, photo manipulation, and digital art creation.
• Understanding of marketing principles to develop effective visual campaigns.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects under tight deadlines.

This position is a paid role suitable for professionals committed to delivering exceptional visual designs through technical expertise and creative excellence. We welcome applicants who are passionate about producing innovative graphics that elevate brand presence across all media channels. Submit your resume, portfolio (if available), and a brief introduction explaining your production-art experience.

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person