What are the responsibilities and job description for the PRODUCTION DESIGNER position at The Hartz Mountain Corporation?
Description
About Us:
Join Hartz, where our love for pets drives everything we do. With over 95 years of commitment to pet care excellence, we are a trusted household name across the United States. Innovation is at the heart of our mission as we continuously strive to provide products that nurture the special bond between pets and their owners, ensuring they experience nothing but Unconditional Love.
As leaders in the pet care industry, we are dedicated to pioneering advancements that enhance the well-being of pets, leading to happier, healthier, and longer lives. Our success is fueled by the passion and dedication of our diverse team members, who bring their unique perspectives and talents to every aspect of our work.
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and supportive work environment where individuals from all backgrounds and identities are valued and empowered to thrive. At Hartz, your contributions matter, whether collaborating in the office or embracing the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement. Together, we empower our employees and furry companions to make a meaningful impact within our company and beyond. Join us in shaping the future of pet care and experience the joy of making a difference, one pet at a time.
What We Offer …
- Hybrid work schedule (3 days in-office and 2 days remote)
- A casual and pet-friendly work environment. You can bring your pet to work!
- Up to 34 days of PTO a year (vacation, personal, wellness, sick, and company holidays)
- Paid parental leave and more
- Competitive compensation and 401(k) match with immediate vesting
- Comprehensive Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life & Disability Insurance
- Tuition reimbursement with learning and development opportunities
- Access to a range of perks, including a Mental Health Employee Assistance Program (EAP), pet bereavement, fun employee events, and more
The Role …
We seek an innovative, enthusiastic, and artistic individual to join our Creative Services Team. In this role, you will produce printer-ready mechanicals, e-commerce graphics, and product mockups. Integral to this role is experience in Production Design and 3D rendering, along with skill and proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite.
This position is located at our Secaucus, NJ office, and has the flexibility to work a hybrid schedule.
Your Responsibilities …
- Create layouts, package designs and illustrations to meet required specifications
- Create designs that visually communicate desired product packaging messages
- Consult regularly with packaging engineering and marketing on product development
- Create PDFs for print and review
- Create prototype packaging & product mockups as sales tools
- Apply approved design concepts to various product formats (cartons, labels, blister cards, etc.), in a cohesive manner
- Participate in collaborative revision and approval process until final design is approved
- Prepare and prep approved artwork to vendor specifications
- Ensure brand standards across color, font, production quality, etc.
- Provide image retouching, clipping paths, and additional image manipulation
- Catalog and reference art for future projects
- Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time and within budget
- Troubleshoot problems as they arise
Requirements
You’ll Need …
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Advertising, or related field
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ Production Design experience
- Technical Proficiency: Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite for Mac (Illustrator and Photoshop) and experience with 3D rendering
- Knowledge: In-depth working knowledge of After Effects and video creation a plus
