Production Designer

Our client is a dynamic production design agency specializing in servicing Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) companies of various sizes. Their team delivers high-quality production design services across a broad spectrum of marketing and packaging materials.

They're looking to expand their team with a talented Production Designer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is excited to work on a wide range of design tasks.

If you're a talented and versatile designer looking for a new challenge, we encourage you to apply and join our client's growing team

Job Overview: 

This position will work closely with the Director of Design and other team members to execute production design projects that span marketing assets, technical packaging and more. This position requires an understanding of design principles for both print and digital media. The ideal candidate will have experience in production design, design for marketing and the ability to adapt quickly to tight schedules and changing client needs. 

Why Join the Team? 

• Work in a design-driven environment with the opportunity to contribute to a variety of projects and engage in creative problem-solving. 
• Gain experience working with top-tier CPG clients. 
• The founders are engaged and hands-on in daily operations. We believe in our team members capabilities and make every effort to support their ongoing professional growth. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Produce ready-to-print files for materials such as sell sheets, price lists, table tents, postcards, and event/installation ephemera. 
• Execute packaging design, technical layout, and pre-press preparation for both print and digital formats. 
• Execute and/or iterate marketing assets including social media content, email templates, and web assets based on a client brief. 
• Create photorealistic mockups to visually represent final packaging and marketing materials, often using existing templates. 
• Interface with clients professionally to understand and clarify project requirements and provide regular updates. 
• Manage multiple design tasks daily while ensuring fast turnaround times. 
• Prepare and organize design files, ensuring correct specifications for the job at hand. 
• Communicate effectively and professionally with both clients and internal team members. 

Required Skills & Qualifications: 

• Fluency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop 
• Strong proficiency in Figma. 
• Experience in production design and preparation for print (e.g., understanding bleed, trim, and color modes).
• Experience in digital design for basic sales and marketing assets including but not limited to web assets, social media assets, email layouts, static ads. 
• Ability to think critically, efficiently request clarifications and propose effective design solutions for projects which may not have clear parameters when added by a client. 
• Proficiency in Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Drive) and file-sharing platforms such as Dropbox, WeTransfer, and Google Drive. 
• Experience with project management tools like Trello, Asana, or Monday is preferred. 
• Fluency and excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken. 
• Ability to adapt quickly to tight deadlines and fast-paced client requirements. 
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple design tasks and deadlines from a variety of clients. 
• Portfolio showcasing your experience with marketing design assets and other printed goods such as packaging and/or point of sale materials. 
• Previous experience working with CPG companies or within agencies that service CPG companies. 

• Client Relationship : You will be directly working with the client. This means that you will communicate with the client, provide services, and address any client-related matters independently.
• Payments : All payments for your services will be handled by the client. Elevate and Delegate is not involved in processing your payroll. Your salary will directly go to you. 
• Vacation Leaves and Holidays : While we may have recommendations or guidelines regarding vacation leaves and holidays, the decision is entirely at the discretion of the client. You are expected to align your schedule with the client's business needs and any specific policies or preferences they may have in this regard. 

Other Details: 

• Location: remote-only position. 
• Schedule:Pacific Standard Time (9am-5pm PST) with some flexibility once fully trained. 
• Contract Type:Independent contractor, 40 hours per week. 
• Compensation:$1,500-$2,000/month
• Work Environment: You will be working directly with the Director of Design, collaborating with a team of designers and project managers in a supportive and collaborative team environment.