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Harry's

Location:
United States, New York

Category:
Art and Entertainment

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

71200.00 - 89000.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

Production Artists are responsible for converting design files into print-ready files. While honouring the designer’s intent in all ways possible, you will refine designs into mechanical artwork files sufficient for printing with print suppliers and public retail distribution. You will also be responsible for routing all artwork internally to cross-functional stakeholders and iterating on all artwork, per cross-functional markup and art direction. With extensive knowledge of commercial packaging and retail displays, Production Artists will consult with designers throughout the process to ensure that all artwork is tailored to the manufacturing technique. Production Artists will oversee their projects from concept through mass production, reviewing supplier proofs, color chips, and prototypes, and attending on-site press approvals to ensure the highest quality results.

Job Responsibility:

Consult with Designers throughout the development process, and honor their intent when converting their designs into print-ready artwork files
Work closely with the Store Design team and Industrial Design team to write and iterate on print specifications for retail displays and packaging to share with print suppliers and cross-functional partners
Ensure that all artwork and copy meet all necessary regulatory requirements when needed
Check all artwork to ensure accuracy of copy, color, and content
When faced with obstacles, work independently and effectively attain clarification to push projects forward
Route all artwork internally and implement markup changes without error
Understand and select the manufacturing processes that best suit specific designs and objectives
Evaluate color and finishes in-house during material sampling and prototype reviews, and on location with our manufacturing partners
Understand how materials can affect color and deliver detailed feedback to suppliers to achieve desired results
Check printer-supplied proofs to ensure accuracy when compared to released artwork
Work independently and efficiently, with superb attention to detail, while under pressure, within aggressive deadlines
Be proactive in recognizing process improvements for the team and give recommendations during production team meetings
Be willing to help out other production team members when needed

Requirements:

5+ years as a Production Artist within a product company, design studio, creative agency, print publication, or from the manufacturing side
Experience preparing and adapting artwork for retail and point of purchase displays, with an understanding of structure, materials, and production constraints
Experience conducting press approvals on-site at printing and packaging suppliers
Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
Intimate knowledge of formal typographic and graphic design convention
ability to supply artwork in various file formats according to the manufacturing process
Expert ability to create original manufacturing dielines, iterate and impose artwork onto dielines supplied by suppliers
Experience with writing error-free print specifications to release to suppliers
Professional understanding of litho, flexo, and digital printing processes, as well as the concept of plate separation
Fluent in 4-color process, Pantone matching systems, studio color management, color profiles, and proofing
Strong hands-on studio skills for prototyping packaging designs, as well as light-duty installation skills for retail merchandising
BFA/BA in Graphic Design or Media preferred
BA required

What we offer:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
401k match
Equity in Mammoth Brands
Flexible time off and working hours
Wellness and L&D stipends
4 weeks sabbatical after 5 years, 6 weeks after 10 years, and 8 weeks after 15 years
20 fully paid weeks off for parents who give birth, or 16 fully paid weeks off for all other paths to parenthood
Fun IRL and virtual events including happy hours, team building events, and parties on our rooftop
Free products from all of our brands
Bagels on Wednesdays and lunch on Thursdays
Fully stocked kitchens with snacks, coffee, and drinks everyday

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 09, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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