Print Production Designer (Financial Services)
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Our design firm client is seeking a Production Designer for a fast paced work environment. Core responsibilities include executing edits, versioning off existing designs, and preparing mechanicals in InDesign/Quark.
Candidate should have a strong production background and an eye for design, with 2+ years’ experience, preferably from a financial services background. Attention to detail, problem-solving, communication skills and the ability to work under pressure are critical (speedy and accurate production work required). Team player is a must.
Responsibilities:
-Version designs off existing brand guidelines, layouts and templates
-Design icons and other infographics
-Develop guidelines and stylesheets to implement a brand/identity system
-Create templates based off design files
-Type changes and design edits using InDesign and Quark
-Proof and QA design materials
-Prepare/review mechanicals for print production
-Handle working on several jobs at the same time in a fast-paced environment
Requirements:
-BA (in Design or equivalent is ideal, a good portfolio is most important)
-Proficiency in Microsoft Office for Mac and PC (PowerPoint, Word, and Excel)
-Proficiency in Adobe CC (especially InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator) with working knowledge of Quark Xpress
-Strong working knowledge of branding/identity design and implementation
-Experience with charts in Illustrator and tables in InDesign is a must
-Strong understanding of production workflow, pre-press/mechanical release
-Working knowledge of InDesign stylesheets
-Knowledge of typography
-Ability to work quickly and independently