Production Artist

Job Description

Job Description

Nexus Direct, an established marketing firm headquartered in Virginia serving non-profit clients nationwide, is looking for a Production Artist to add to our growing Creative Team. This 100% remote position requires a highly motivated, proactive individual who has an exceptional eye for details, and an understanding of how to put the finishing touches on art that is on-brand, with our direct mail and digital campaigns. The Production Artist will need to be passionate about their work and take pride in its accuracy.

Job Description

• Confirm layout specifications align with the final requirements provided by the Graphic Designer, Creative Director, or Production Manager.
• Ensure consistency and cohesive design standards across all projects.
• Create physical mockups for direct mail during the design process to verify print and production specifications are accurate.
• Collaborate with Client Services Team to review, discuss, and implement required edits to campaign creative including digital and direct mail assets.
• Resize digital assets to meet the specific requirements of social media platforms and donation pages.
• Maintain a comprehensive understanding of the project timeline, from kick-off to mailing, and adapt to schedule changes caused by internal or client delays or adjustments.
• Partner with the Production Department to prepare and release all direct mail components for printing and distribution to the lettershop.
• Export digital email and social media assets for development, ensuring proper resizing for mobile optimization.
• Verify the printability of designs, including checks for traps, overprints, minimum halftone dots, and line weights.
• Manage Nexus Direct's image library by sourcing and purchasing relevant stock art, cataloging images, and coordinating with the Finance Department to update client billing for campaigns.
• Oversee client and Nexus Direct logo management, including organization, format conversions, updates, style guide adherence, and distribution of requested assets.

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