What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Artist position at Push?
The PRODUCTION ARTIST (PA) works with the Studio Manager and assigned Art Director to fulfill approved design work and complete internal production requirements. Knowledge of production processes, including but not limited to pre-press requirements, type specification, photo cropping, etc., and computer layout/ illustration/ pre-press, is important to this position. Reports to the Studio Manager.
Duties:
- Completes all computer layout work/final production art assigned by the Studio Manager/PM
- Produces all artwork according to the Art Director's specifications; works with Studio Manager and assigned AD to achieve desired results.
- Advises Creative on best way to achieve approved concept via computer layout/ illustration/ pre-press technique.
- Prepares proofs for review by Studio Manager, Creative Director, assigned Art Director, Account Service personnel, and client.
- In conjunction with Studio Manager, works with vendors to coordinate correct digital output and transmission of pre-press artwork prepared on computer.
- Confirms all production deadlines with Studio Manager/Traffic Manager.
- Reviews all work for errors/omissions with Studio Manager prior to turning in work for Creative/AE/Client approval.
- Makes all requested changes/corrections promptly and correctly.
- May be called upon to learn the use of and maintain production/pre-press related computer equipment, including but not limited to scanning equipment, required layout/illustration/photo
- manipulation/typesetting/pre-press software and all related computer hardware.
- May be asked to assist in preparation and implementation of agency sales materials.
