Marketing Production Designer

The Production Designer position within Keeneland’s Marketing Department supports Keeneland’s various business lines and internal clients by preparing the layout, design, and production of high-volume print materials, most notably the Race Meet Program for Spring and Fall meets. This role combines strong layout expertise with graphic design capabilities to ensure all materials meet Keeneland’s brand standards. Operating in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, this position serves as a key resource for both core business deliverables and year-round marketing and print needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must have strong experience in the current Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), with a strong emphasis on InDesign for long-form layout and production. The ideal candidate has experience designing and formatting documents with large amounts of copy, such as programs, catalogs, or publications, and possesses a strong understanding of typography, layout, and information hierarchy. A solid working knowledge of the print production processes including file preparation, proofing, and vendor coordination is required. This individual must be highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of proofreading with a high degree of accuracy. Success in this role requires the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment, communicate effectively across departments, and collaborate with both internal stakeholders and external partners. The position also demands a high level of reliability and commitment, including the ability to work extended hours during peak production periods, particularly surrounding race meets and sales.

An associate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Publishing, or a related field is preferred. Candidates should have a minimum of three to five years of professional experience in production design, publishing, or print layout, with a strong emphasis on high-volume, detail-oriented work. Equivalent hands-on experience in print production, long-form layout, or publication design may be considered in lieu of formal education.

Ability to clearly communicate design, present layout solutions, and collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders and external vendors

The position requires the ability to perform basic mathematical functions in support of layout and print production needs, including calculating dimensions, scaling, and specifications for various materials. This includes the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, to ensure accuracy in formatting, sizing, and production requirements.

Ability to organize and interpret large volumes of information and translate into clear, structured layouts. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to adapt quickly in deadline-driven environments.

Kentucky State Racing Commission License.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time (up to five hours).

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.