Mentis Systems · 20 hours ago
Production Designer OR Graphic Design
Mentis Systems is the in-house creative resource of Nestle Purina, where creatives share a passion for pets. As a Graphic Design Technician, you will produce digital files accurately and on time while collaborating with the creative team and project manager.
Responsibilities
Proper use of trademarks and logos. Legal and regulatory requirements met. All files meet AFFCO/NASC standards for quality. Meets internal standards of good typography: proper hyphenation, kerning, line breaks, legibility. Accurate sizes and specifications used throughout. All projects are routed to Proofreader before presentation to review group. Digital files are constructed in the most memory-efficient manner. Digital files are accurate and error-free. Ideal candidate would be both collaborative and self-sufficient with a problem-solving, proactive attitude and approach to role and responsibilities
Extensive knowledge of Mac OS. Skilled with Indesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator: Knowledge of advanced key commands, paragraph formatting, typography, style sheets, tab fields. Proper digital file management/archiving. Knowledgeable in Illustrator that is the most appropriate for specific project. Knowledgeable in Photoshop, including ability to color correct and retouch photos. Knowledgeable in color/pre-press requirements for flexo and offset printing. Must be comfortable with troubleshooting, including recognizing and solving common system problems, data recovery techniques, and network management
Work as a team with Creative and Production Services to seek out appropriate information for completion of projects on time. Prioritizes work appropriately. Accurately accounts for time and alerts project manager immediately if project will exceed original timeframe. Meticulous organization and file management
Responsible for design variations based on key artwork
Perform all other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School and some college courses preferred
At least 3 years in Mac Digital Production
Thorough knowledge of the following programs: Illustrator, Indesign and Photoshop
Experience with packaging die-vinyls strongly preferred
Preferred
Experience with After Effects a plus, but not necessary
Benefits
Pet friendly environment
Hybrid role