Production Designer

Position Overview At Really Good Stuff (RGS), we create innovative, engaging educational products that inspire teachers and students alike. As aProduction Designer , you'll play a critical role in bringing these products to life-blending creativity with precision. This role sits at the intersection ofconceptual design and production execution , where you'll transform ideas into compelling product artwork while ensuring files are production-ready and meet the highest quality standards. You'll collaborate cross-functionally with product development, purchasing, and vendors to deliver best-in-class educational materials on time and on budget. Key Responsibilities Concept & Design Translate early-stage product ideas into visually compelling concepts throughmood boards and design explorationsaligned with RGS product strategy. Create engaging, age-appropriate artwork for educational products spanningPreK through 5th grade . Partner closely with the Product Development team torefine concepts , elevate design quality, and meet timeline and cost objectives. Bring a strong design perspective to ensure final products are botheducationally effective and visually impactful .Art Production Prepare andpre-flight production files , ensuring all specs, approvals, and technical requirements are met before release. Deliver final, print-ready files todomestic and international vendors , maintaining organized archives of all digital assets. Own theaccuracy and integrity of production files , ensuring they reproduce correctly across all formats. Collaborate with Purchasing to supportreprints and PO processes , including communicating timelines, updates, and revisions to vendors. Review vendor proofs, providing feedback to ensure quality and consistency. Create and deliverdigital product assetsfor web, catalog, and internal systems. Support the development ofinstruction guides , including writing, photography, and layout. Follow and continuously improvedepartment SOPs and workflows .AI & Technology (Preferred) We're looking for someone excited about leveraging modern tools to enhance creativity and efficiency: Experience usingAI-powered features within Adobe Creative Suite(e.g., Generative Fill, Firefly, automation tools). Familiarity with tools likeChatGPTto support ideation, content development, and workflow optimization. Experience withmonday.com , including automations and AI capabilities to streamline project management. A proactive mindset towardexploring emerging AI technologiesto improve processes, reduce manual effort, and drive innovation in design and production.What Makes You Successful in This Role A balance ofcreative vision and technical precision Strong attention to detail with aproduction-first mindset Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in afast-paced environment Collaborative approach with excellent communication skillsAbout Really Good Stuff & Excelligence Really Good Stuff, a part of Excelligence Learning Corporation, is dedicated to creating high-quality, teacher-inspired classroom solutions that make learning more engaging and effective. Our team is passionate about supporting educators and helping students succeed. Equal Opportunity Employer Excelligence Learning Corporation and its family of brands, including Really Good Stuff, are proud to beEqual Opportunity Employers . We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under applicable law.