Production Artist Packaging Design
Join the MBD team as a Production Artist and help transform creative concepts into flawless print-ready packaging that strengthens our clients brand presence and captivates their customers.
The role is full-time (40 hours) Mon Fri 9 - 5.30pm reporting to the Production Manager and is open to remote working in the US (EST) only.
The pay range for this role is $60000 to $80000 dependent on experience.
We are seeking a skilled Production Artist with experience in digital packaging production who will prepare precise print-ready artwork that meets technical requirements and brings our clients vision to life.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a company which offers a competitive salary and strong benefits package and work in a fast-paced studio environment with a fantastic team of people.
What youll do:
- Prepare review and finalize complex packaging artwork files (e.g. cartons labels flexible packaging rigid boxes) for various print methods (e.g. flexography lithography digital gravure).
- Perform essential pre-press tasks including:
- Color Separation & Management: Accurate color separation spot color conversion trapping overprinting and color correction to match proofs and brand standards.
- File Preparation: Ensure all fonts are outlined links are embedded and files are clean and press ready.
- Dieline Integration: Work precisely with supplied dielines cutters and structural designs to ensure artwork fits perfectly.
- Quality Control: Conduct thorough quality checks on all files to identify and correct any errors or inconsistencies before release to print.
- Apply printer specifications and substrate requirements accurately.
- Troubleshoot artwork and pre-press issues efficiently providing technical guidance and solutions
What youll bring:
- Extensive experience with digital artwork in a packaging context preferably in a fast-paced studio.
- Expert level digital artwork assembly skills required in both Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- An understanding of print processes for packaging.
- Comfortable working in a macOS environment and adept at using collaborative tools (Outlook Teams)
- Excellent communication organizational and math skills.
- Highly organized and accountable able to manage multiple concurrent deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Flexible approach with the ability to work in a fast-paced studio handling high volumes to tight deadlines.
What youll get:
Heavily subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance; Health Reimbursement Account; Vision Plan; Life Insurance with ADD; 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor; Paid time off including volunteering; Flexible working.
Ready to apply:
If your skill set and experience are a match for this position please forward your resume to for consideration. MBD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. Our hiring decisions are entirely based on merit competence and fit.
If you have a disability or special need that requires specific accommodations please let us know.
Required Experience:
Manager
Production Artist Packaging DesignJoin the MBD team as a Production Artist and help transform creative concepts into flawless print-ready packaging that strengthens our clients brand presence and captivates their customers.The role is full-time (40 hours) Mon Fri 9 - 5.30pm reporting to the Produc...
Production Artist Packaging Design
Join the MBD team as a Production Artist and help transform creative concepts into flawless print-ready packaging that strengthens our clients brand presence and captivates their customers.
The role is full-time (40 hours) Mon Fri 9 - 5.30pm reporting to the Production Manager and is open to remote working in the US (EST) only.
The pay range for this role is $60000 to $80000 dependent on experience.
We are seeking a skilled Production Artist with experience in digital packaging production who will prepare precise print-ready artwork that meets technical requirements and brings our clients vision to life.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a company which offers a competitive salary and strong benefits package and work in a fast-paced studio environment with a fantastic team of people.
What youll do:
- Prepare review and finalize complex packaging artwork files (e.g. cartons labels flexible packaging rigid boxes) for various print methods (e.g. flexography lithography digital gravure).
- Perform essential pre-press tasks including:
- Color Separation & Management: Accurate color separation spot color conversion trapping overprinting and color correction to match proofs and brand standards.
- File Preparation: Ensure all fonts are outlined links are embedded and files are clean and press ready.
- Dieline Integration: Work precisely with supplied dielines cutters and structural designs to ensure artwork fits perfectly.
- Quality Control: Conduct thorough quality checks on all files to identify and correct any errors or inconsistencies before release to print.
- Apply printer specifications and substrate requirements accurately.
- Troubleshoot artwork and pre-press issues efficiently providing technical guidance and solutions
What youll bring:
- Extensive experience with digital artwork in a packaging context preferably in a fast-paced studio.
- Expert level digital artwork assembly skills required in both Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
- An understanding of print processes for packaging.
- Comfortable working in a macOS environment and adept at using collaborative tools (Outlook Teams)
- Excellent communication organizational and math skills.
- Highly organized and accountable able to manage multiple concurrent deadlines with minimal supervision.
- Flexible approach with the ability to work in a fast-paced studio handling high volumes to tight deadlines.
What youll get:
Heavily subsidized Medical and Dental Insurance; Health Reimbursement Account; Vision Plan; Life Insurance with ADD; 401(k) with 3% Safe Harbor; Paid time off including volunteering; Flexible working.
Ready to apply:
If your skill set and experience are a match for this position please forward your resume to for consideration. MBD is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. Our hiring decisions are entirely based on merit competence and fit.
If you have a disability or special need that requires specific accommodations please let us know.
Required Experience:
Manager
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