In-House Graphic Artist

Description

The In-House Graphic Artist focuses primarily on production art execution for drinkware, barware, and hydration products. This role requires strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Excel, with an emphasis on preparing accurate, print-ready files in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

Candidates should have hands-on production art experience, including file setup, prepress, and quality control. Experience with promotional and custom product design is preferred. The role collaborates with internal teams to ensure artwork meets technical specifications and aligns with brand standards.

Working hours are Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Benefits Include:

• Medical with company contribution
• Dental, Vision, Life and Supplemental insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with 100% company match up to 6%
• Paid vacation after six months
• Paid holidays

Requirements

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Create and edit artwork using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Photoshop for a range of projects, including promotional products and marketing materials.
• Develop and refine concept and production art based on project requirements.
• Review physical production samples in-house, evaluate graphic quality, color accuracy, and print specifications; make necessary design revisions; coordinate reprints; and repeat the review-and-revision process until the final sample meets quality standards and receives approval prior to production. This function cannot be effectively performed remotely because it requires direct evaluation of physical samples and color accuracy.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to ensure designs align with brand guidelines and customer expectations.
• Manage multiple projects efficiently while maintaining high attention to detail and meeting deadlines.
• Use Excel to organize artwork files, track design projects, and assist with production specifications.
• Prepare production-ready files and ensure accuracy in specifications for manufacturing.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices in graphic design and promotional product development.
• Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products.
• Mark up, paste, and assemble final layouts to prepare layouts for printer.
• Prepare notes and instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts for printing.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities: 

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, and Excel is required.
• Experience with promotional products and custom design is a plus.
• Strong understanding of design principles, color theory, and typography.
• Ability to take creative direction and adapt designs based on feedback.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience in graphic design, concept art, or production art.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at a time.
• Occasional exposure to sounds and noise levels that can be distracting or uncomfortable.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an at will relationship. The company is an equal opportunity employer, drug-free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.