Production Artist/ Print Coordinator (CONTRACT)

The Production Artist and Print Coordinator role produces a variety of marketing materials and electronic imagery using industry desktop publishing software and serves as a liaison between internal stakeholders and established print/mail external vendors. The role assists with marketing material creation and acts as the contact throughout the print/mail estimate process, while ensuring high-quality, timely and cost-effective production, print and mail services.About the RoleThe Production Artist and Print Coordinator interprets client revisions/instructions to make appropriate corrections within the given schedule and deadlines. Works independently to complete design project updates and may own department projects and initiatives with limited supervision. Applies strong knowledge of design, typography, pre-press and printing processes in daily responsibilities.ResponsibilitiesInterprets client revisions/instructions to make appropriate corrections within the given schedule and deadlines.Works independently to complete design project updates and may own department projects and initiatives with limited supervision.Applies strong knowledge of design, typography, pre-press and printing processes in daily responsibilities.Technical knowledge of Macintosh hardware and software, including, but not limited to Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) and Digital Asset Management (DAM) platforms.Primary vendor contact throughout the entire estimate, print and job completion process and oversees management of print/mail projects.Provides consultation to assess client needs to question regarding printing and mailing capabilities, materials, job status, scheduling and costs.Supports enterprise online storefronts for ordering standardized or personalized stationery.QualificationsExperience with PDF and PowerPoint remediation required. Ideal candidates should have working knowledge of CommonLook PDF software or equivalent.Proven design, photo retouching, production and infographics creation, along with other graphic design elements.Proficiency in publishing tools including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Express), Microsoft 365 suite, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel.Proficiency in Digital Asset Management (DAM) expertise including conventions, tool navigation and strategy implementation.Proficiency in the Adobe Workfront platform, including its features for project management, workflow automation, task tracking and reporting.Working knowledge of print, mail and shipping processes, to include offset, digital and dimensional packaging.Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and able to build strong, collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams.Well organized individual with the ability to multitask, prioritize tasks and work effectively to meet established deadlines with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.Strong process and critical thinking skills to increase efficiency and effectiveness of deliverables.Ensures accurate, cost-effective and timely completion of projects.Required SkillsProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator).Strong knowledge of design, typography, pre-press and printing processes.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively.Preferred SkillsExperience with CommonLook PDF software or equivalent.Proficiency in Microsoft 365 suite.Experience with Digital Asset Management (DAM) platforms.Knowledge of Adobe Workfront platform.