Duration:
6-12 months
Rate: $29.80/hr
Location: Easton, PA
Hybrid schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days remote
The Tech Artist I position is responsible for production art file creation for all retail jerseys and name and number products. Artist must ensure that all guidelines are met and accurate based on tier level, garment style and embellishment techniques. He/she will collaborate with factory production partners to confirm art files are correct for efficient workflow and troubleshoot challenges that surface. Adobe Illustrator skills are necessary to ensure design integrity and maintain product quality. This is a fast-paced, exciting work environment where you will work with a passionate team producing quality graphic apparel.
GENERAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receives art assets from league and outside partners then modifies to meet production specs
- Builds detail specific template attributes necessary for replication (i.e. graphic sizing, position and layout, color)
- Maintains design templates and processes to meet production goals
- Sends out comps for design and merchandising concept approval
- Creates collateral art files for marketing and sales team
- Partners with product development and merchandise teams to ensure garments are ready for seasonal launches
- Works closely with on site and overseas operations team to guarantee production flows consistently and efficiently
- Meets production quality and output standards
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Associate degree in Arts or related field, or the equivalent combination of education, training, or work experience; 2+ years of experience in retail or wholesale a plus
GENERAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Must have beginner to intermediate level experience with Adobe Illustrator
- Functional computer skills and familiarity with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Familiarity with Pantone Matching System
- Understanding of fonts, typefaces, and ability to cross-reference, match, and replicate; graphic and font replication experience needed to maintain aesthetic for licensed business groups
- Demonstrated apparel embellishment knowledge
- Ability to thrive and deliver results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Works well collaboratively with a team as well as independently
- Sports fan a plus
- Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in office, 2 days remote; must have flexibility to be on-call and work extended hours (overtime), nights, and weekends to support business needs on occasion
