About Design PickleDesign Pickle is a global creative services company providing thousands of businesses with unlimited, high-quality design and illustration work at a flat rate. Founded in Scottsdale, Arizona, Design Pickle was created to deliver reliable, affordable, and scalable creative content to any business.Our Core ValuesBe the SPARKLet your fire and passion inspire someone else’s day.DRIVE PerformanceSeek out new ways to improve performance, satisfaction, and impact for our customers. Less is more rules supreme.Give it to me STRAIGHTLead with radical and professional candor in every situation. Graciously accept when others do the same. Move forward together and aligned.HELP when nobody's watchingFind opportunities to support each other and our clients beyond the day-to-day.Lean into HARDWe thoughtfully select our challenges and tenaciously commit to conquering them.Make your own PICKLESWe are a collection of incredible individuals who challenge ourselves and each other to grow. Change is celebrated as a sign of progress.The RoleOverview: The Print Production Design Specialist is an essential role within Design Pickle’s Center of Excellence (CoE). This position demands a seasoned expert in Adobe InDesign and other related print production tools, with extensive pre-press and press preparation experience. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of print production processes, ink and paper types, color management, and will be adept at elevating the quality and efficiency of our print deliverables. This role involves leading a global team of designers, maintaining impeccable quality standards, and driving innovation in print production workflows.Work hours: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM PST/EST (You can use this link to make the time conversion on your end!)Scope of Work - Leverage advanced InDesign knowledge to create, automate, and optimize templates and related processes for high-quality print projects.
- Develop the print production process from concept to final output, ensuring exceptional quality and efficiency. Support complex print projects, including brochures, catalogs, packaging, and more.
- Oversee pre-press and press preparation processes, ensuring Design Pickle teams produced files are print-ready. Expertly manage ink and paper types, color calibration, proofing, and troubleshooting to ensure flawless print outputs.
- Stay abreast of the latest industry trends, tools, and technologies. Develop and implement cutting-edge best practices and standards for print production, driving continuous improvement and innovation.
- Support rigorous quality control measures throughout the production process. Ensure all deliverables meet or exceed quality standards, are free of errors, and are delivered on time.
- Collaborate with the global design team and other CoE members to share knowledge and best practices. Provide thought leadership through detailed documentation, engaging presentations, and hands-on workshops.
- Mentor and train team members in advanced print production techniques and the effective use of InDesign and other relevant tools. Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development.
- Maintain clear and effective communication with stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals and objectives. Provide regular updates, progress reports, and address any concerns promptly.
Ideal ProfileQualifications - Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Print Production, or a related field.
- Professional Expertise: Proven track record of excellence in using Adobe InDesign and other print production tools for professional print projects.
- Pre-Press Proficiency: Extensive experience with pre-press and press preparation processes, including a deep understanding of ink types, paper stocks, color management, and proofing techniques.
- Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge of additional print production tools and technologies. Ability to integrate these tools into workflows to enhance productivity and quality.
- Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Capable of troubleshooting and resolving complex print production issues.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to build effective relationships, resolve conflicts constructively, and foster collaboration and teamwork.
- Adaptability: Highly adaptable, able to quickly adjust to changes in project requirements, client feedback, and industry trends while maintaining a proactive and positive attitude.
- Remote Work Skills: Proficiency in utilizing remote work tools and technologies, coordinating virtual teams, maintaining productivity, ensuring effective communication, and creating a cohesive and engaged remote work environment.
- This role is pivotal in driving excellence in our print production processes, ensuring high-quality deliverables and optimized workflows. If you are a print production expert with a passion for innovation and excellence, we invite you to apply and be part of our journey towards setting new industry standards.
What's on Offer? - Create from anywhere! We are 100% remote
- Fixed Hours, Every Week
- Steady Income, Always on Time
- Full Access to Adobe Creative Cloud, On Us
- 14 Countries, One Global Creative Team
- Grow as a Creative Through Wide-Ranging Client Work
- Amazing Culture Guided by our Core Values
- Learn from the Best through our Creative Speaker Series
