Graphic Designer/Production Assistant

$37,440 - $47,840/Yr

Minuteman Press of Colorado Springs - Colorado Springs, CO

Full-time - Entry Level

Colorado Springs, CO

About the position

Minuteman Press of Colorado Springs is seeking a Production Assistant / Graphic Designer to join their high-performing team in a family-owned and operated small business. The role involves graphic design and production tasks, primarily using Adobe Creative Suite, with a focus on InDesign and Illustrator. The ideal candidate will have a passion for print and promotional product design, along with strong organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designing logos and print collateral
• Creating mockups and proofs for promotional items and other print collateral
• Performing print finishing and bindery duties such as cutting, folding, stapling, padding, etc.
• Assisting in the preparation and printing of digital files, checking fonts, links, and colors, creating bleeds, crops, and imposing art when required
• Creating custom quotes based on specified job requirements
• Communicating courteously with clients to assist them with the creation of their jobs
• Reviewing job specifications from work orders and ensuring that client files are accurate and the finished job exceeds customer expectations
• Equipment maintenance and inventory management
• Setting up direct mail prints, including variable data
• General shop cleaning and organization

Requirements

• 1+ years of recent professional work experience in printing, preferred
• College level courses in the Adobe Creative Suite, primarily InDesign and Illustrator with proficiency
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
• Excellent customer service and communication skills to effectively work in a team environment
• Attention to detail and organizational skills
• Professional appearance

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance