Production Artist

Studio Cedar Knolls, New Jersey


Description

Position at Fingerpaint Marketing

Imagine a workplace where your expertise is valued, your ideas spark change, and creativity fuels innovation. Fingerpaint Group is a vibrant blend of individuals, a full spectrum of life science solutions, and a culture that thrives on originality and a shared commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. Never Paint by Number isn't just our motto—it's how we work—collaboratively and creatively. If you're ready to bring your passion to a team that sees beyond limitations, we want to hear from you.
Overview 
The Entry-Level Production Artist plays a crucial role in the creative studio, supporting the design team by preparing, finishing, and ensuring the technical accuracy of creative files. This role focuses on the execution of design concepts and requires a keen eye for detail, strong software proficiency, and an eagerness to learn studio workflows. 
Key Responsibilities 
  • File Preparation & Execution: 
  • Revises design files throughout the project life cycle with minimal creative lead oversight. 
  • Prepares final art files for various production outputs (e.g., print, digital, large format). 
  • Applies approved brand colors, logos, and design elements to documents and artwork. 
  • Preproduction & Technical Knowledge: 
  • Demonstrates general preproduction knowledge for print and digital mediums. 
  • Utilizes working knowledge of digital development in Figma. 
  • Applies working knowledge of PowerPoint to make basic edits to text and animation. 
  • Asset Management & Organization: 
  • Demonstrates strong organizational and file-management habits 
  • Assists in maintaining, organizing, and tagging the studio's image libraries, artwork, and branding assets. 
  • Ensures all project files are correctly saved, stored, and named according to established studio protocols. 
  • Studio Support & Workflow: 
  • Supports the studio in following established deadlines and workflows to contribute to the smooth and timely delivery of projects. 
Qualifications 
  • Experience & Education: 
  • 1 to 2 years relevant experience in a production environment or through intensive internships. 
  • Preferred BS or BA in Graphic Design or a related field. 
  • Software Proficiency (Essential): 
  • Proficient in Figma for digital design work. 
  • Proficient in the Adobe CC suite of applications (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop). 
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 and the ability to work with corporate templates. 

Don’t meet every single requirement? That’s okay! Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Fingerpaint, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles! Our team of qualified recruiters can match you with the right opportunity. Fingerpaint Group provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to all applicants and employees. We are proud to recruit qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, ethnic or national origin, protected veteran status, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or citizenship status.