Production Designer, Senior Analyst

Job Description

The ideal candidate should be proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud software such as Illustrator and Photoshop to collaborate seamlessly with our current in-house design team. Must possess a complete design skill set within all software platforms. They'll be tasked to output tech pack files with product specification details clearly listed and art sized appropriately per product shape. Adaptability to fast-paced turnaround requirements is a must.

In this role, you'll collaborate closely with the lead production designer, tackling multiple requests to meet communicated deadlines.

• Create tech packs: Develop comprehensive technical documents using Adobe Illustrator with detailed instructions (measurements, bill of materials, colorways, construction details and labeling specifications) utilizing internal die lines available per product shape.
• Collaborate with lead production designer: Work with lead to translate creative concepts into accurate and manufacturable tech packs our supplier partners will comprehend
• Liaise with vendors: Communicate daily with manufacturers to clarify technical specifications, answer questions, and resolve sampling and production issues.
• Quality assurance: Review and verify the accuracy and consistency of tech packs and evaluate samples for fit and construction to ensure they align with brand standards and are print ready for production.
• Assist in maintaining an ongoing archive of master template files, creative files, and asset files received from Licenses.

Qualifications

• Requires a minimum of 4 years' experience in a related field.
• Proficiency in software: Expertise in design software such as Adobe Illustrator.
• Must be proficient in Print Production Output, Color Flow & Terminology, and Digital Design Output.
• Strong organizational skills are essential. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines, updating and maintaining many documents within our systems.
• Attention to detail: Meticulous and thorough in documenting all technical details to prevent errors through the process.
• Communication skills: Excellent verbal and written communication for collaborating with design, production and external supplier/vendor partners.
• Able to follow the provided directions and instructions and comfortable with receiving constructive criticism with an open mind.
• Thrives in a fast-paced team environment with excellent communication skills and a knack for creative input.
• Demonstrates a creative problem-solving thought process to execute high-quality tech pack output that aligns with the concept design mockup created by the in-house design team.
• Able to meet tight deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and handling multiple requests efficiently.
• Proficient in Mac or PC platforms (Mac preferred for seamless streamline with the in-house team), skilled in Adobe Creative Cloud suite, Microsoft Office, Dropbox and project management software or PLM.
• Exhibit initiative and a proactive approach to task completion.
• 3D Design experience is a plus, not required. (Software: Keyshot, Zbrush, and Maya)