Graphic Production Artist

#LI-Hybrid

Overview

The Graphic Production Artist provides essential technical and design support to the Creative Team. While the primary focus is high-volume production, updating existing designs, typesetting, and preparing flawless files for print, the ideal candidate will have entry-level design experience. We are looking for someone who is proficient in the technical aspects of pre-press but is also capable of taking on creative design tasks for print and digital media as the workload requires.

Core Responsibilities

• Design & Production Support: Update text, images, and layouts for existing materials. Perform high-quality typesetting and image searches to assist the Creative Team.
• Creative Execution: Collaborate with a seasoned creative team to conceptualize and execute new designs for various projects as required.
• Pre-Press & File Preparation: Prepare final, press-ready files according to specific printer requirements. Ensure all artwork is technically sound (bleeds, resolution, color modes).
• Asset Management: Organize and maintain the server, font libraries, and job folders. Search and retrieve archived files for various departments as needed.
• Department Support (As Needed): Assist with scanning, PDF creation, and presentation formatting to support overall department goals.

Skills Qualifications

Required:

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat).
• Working knowledge of QuarkXPress.
• Solid understanding of print production and file preparation requirements.
• Foundational skills in layout, typography, and color correction for both print and digital.
• A “can-do” attitude with a strong desire to learn and grow within a creative department. Must be a proactive team player.

Preferred:

• Prior pre-press experience in a print environment.
• Knowledge of large-format output and trimming.
• Experience working on magazines, brochures, or multi-page documents is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Education

            Required:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in a print production or design environment.

Compensation

The wage range for this role takes into account a broad array of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to: skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.  The range below applies as long as the work is performed in Connecticut; the Knights of Columbus reserves the right to adjust the wage range if the position is performed in another location.  At the Knights of Columbus, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $70,500 - $120,000.

Authorization to work in the United States is required.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands