Production Artist

Production Artist (Contract)

Location: On-site at client location

Job Type: Contract

Category: Graphic Design / Production / Publishing

About the Role

We are seeking a highly detail-oriented Production Artist to support high-volume publishing and creative production workflows. This role is ideal for someone experienced in print and digital production, Adobe Creative Suite, and asset management, who thrives in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

As a Production Artist, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality visual content, page layouts, and production-ready files that align with editorial, brand, and design standards across multiple channels.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality images and page layouts that align with established editorial, design, and brand guidelines
• Prepare, format, and release production-ready files for both print and digital distribution
• Perform high-resolution image editing, retouching, and color correction to ensure visual accuracy and consistency
• Organize and finalize files for publishing projects, ensuring all assets meet production standards
• Manage incoming content and asset requests from marketing, packaging teams, and external publishing partners
• Collaborate with editors, historians, and designers to support revisions, updates, and production needs
• Route finalized PDFs to internal stakeholders using Adobe Acrobat
• Maintain file organization, version control, and asset tracking across multiple concurrent projects
• Review digital press proofs to verify accuracy, quality, and print readiness
• Update and manage reprint files, ensuring content revisions are reflected and final assets are delivered to printers

Required Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Graphic Arts, or related field (preferred)
• 3-5 years of experience in a production artist, graphic production, or publishing role
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
• Strong skills in Photoshop and Illustrator for editing both photographic and illustrated assets
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, tight deadlines, and shifting priorities
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to quality control and brand consistency
• Strong organizational and file management skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, while taking direction effectively
• Professional, adaptable, and positive approach to fast-paced production environments

Preferred Skills

• Experience with video color correction and color grading
• Familiarity with asset management systems such as Malibu and Box

Why Join

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-impact publishing and creative projects, working cross-functionally with talented teams. If you are passionate about design production, digital asset management, and delivering polished visual content, this role offers valuable hands-on experience in a collaborative setting.