Graphic/Production Artist

Company: Crystal D
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: November 22, 2021

Job Description:

ABOUT CRYSTAL D: "We Turn Emotions into Memories" by serving our customers through an "Incredible Customer Experience" (ICE).Crystal D is an award-winning supplier of recognition awards to distributors of the promotional products industry. We've been in business for 28 years and our mission is "To be the First Choice for crystal awards and gifts. We call our employees "Memory Makers" because that's truly what they do.We are consistently recognized as a leader in our industry and have received frequent awards including Supplier of the Year and Best Place to Work.We have a tremendous amount of pride in the work that we do and it all stems from our no-nonsense, traditional Value Statements that shape our unique and distinctive culture. If you can wholeheartedly say that you share our below values, we want to hire you. If not, that's ok, but please don't apply.INTEGRITY - You do what you say you will do. You understand how to play to win with moral soundness. You keep commitments and do what's necessary to reach goals.QUALITY - You have an unyielding persistence to improve. You know what it means to sweat the details and are continually looking for ways to improve.RESPECT - You live by the Golden Rule: treat people the way you want to be treated.PASSION - You have the burning desire to achieve in all you do. You don't give up and always pursue a positive solution.COMMITMENT - You are dedicated to the ongoing viability of the company. You share our values and work to the best of your abilities. You don't quit when times get tough, but you persevere.You also must possess these qualities to be one of our Memory Makers: grit, loyalty, tenacity, and excellent communication skills.For more information about us to help you determine if you are a good fit for Crystal D, go to our website: https://www.crystal-d.comJob Duties and ResponsibilitiesPrepare "Production-Ready" Art

• Use Adobe Illustrator to produce visually appealing and accurate artwork for proofing process.
• Use Photoshop to edit photos for print and produce mock-ups.
  • Typeset, edit text and proofread.
    • Adjust supplied artwork to meet our production standards.Support the Crystal D "Incredible Customer Experience"(ICE) program
      • Anticipate the artistic and creative needs of customers' that will enhance the customer experience.
      • Be timely in responding to customers questions internally and externally about artwork.
      • Communicate with Sales and Customer Service to provide artwork quotes and information for pre-order projects.
      • Provide creative and viable solutions to any art-related problems that may arise.
      • Work efficiently and effectively with Customer Service, Production and Warehouse.Qualifications and Skill RequirementsPrior Experience: This position requires more than 1 year of experience in a graphic design or production artist position.Work Demands: This position requires moderate work hours beyond the normal workday, based on the demands of the business cycle and volume of business. It has a high demand for tight deadlines and immediacy in providing proofs. It contains work of a very precise nature. It requires a high level of concentration over an extended period of time. This position will experience a moderate interruption in workflow and requires a high level of accuracy.Work Schedule: The hours are Monday through Friday 8am - 5pm. This position may require you to work beyond your normal work schedule depending on seasonal demands and workload.Technical Skills
        • Adobe Illustrator
        • Adobe Photoshop
        • Microsoft Windows, Outlook, Excel and Word.Job Type: Full-timeJob Type: Full-timePay: From $16.00 per hourBenefits:
          • 401(k)
          • 401(k) matching
          • Dental insurance
          • Employee discount
          • Flexible spending account
          • Health insurance
          • Life insurance
          • Paid time off
          • Tuition reimbursementSchedule:
            • 8 hour shiftSupplemental Pay:
              • Bonus payEducation:
                • Associate (Preferred)Experience:
                  • Computer graphics: 1 year (Preferred)Work Location: One location

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