Our excellent reputation in the industry is evidenced by our long- standing relationships with many leading retailers, both domestic and international. Some of our partnerships include Barnes and Noble, Borders, Macy’s, Pier 1, Staples and The MOMA in NY, to name a few.
At Graphique de France you will find a culture that values creativity and entrepreneurial thinking. As an employee, you will be given the opportunity to offer innovative solutions and be part of a team that works together to achieve organizational objectives.
General Overview:
The Production Artist is responsible for assisting in layout and pre-flighting of all GDF products. Works with Designers and prepress personnel under the supervision of the Studio Manager to coordinate and execute production of files of calendar, stationery, poster, and customized releases, especially focused on but not limited to calendar production:
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Layout in either Quark Xpress or Adobe InDesign both text and high-resolution imagery for all product lines.
2. Create and edit layouts built from templates, based on product specs and designers direction.
3. Using mechanical information provided by designers, create preflight packets for all products,
4. Solid understanding of prepress and 4 color printing including trapping, in order to assist in the clean set-up of files for preproduction.
5. Assist with creation of mockups for internal and external presentations.
6. Strong understanding of design and typographic elements.
7. Ability to think in 3 dimensions (understanding how a project on screen becomes a 3d product), including a knowledge of die-lines and spot color plates.
8. Coordinating office/art supplies with an understanding of budget limits
9. Assist designers as needed.
10. Liase with Licensing, Editorial and Prepress departments on behalf of Design, as needed.
Secondary Responsibilities:
1. Scanning of FPO artwork.
2. Ability to create design templates from scratch.
3. Assist with creation of calendar grid/dates template.
4. Troubleshoot program and printing issues.
5. Maintain mockup workstation.
6. Organize and store sample product.
7. Assist Prepress as needed, including export and upload press functions.
8. Able to provide Photoshop and Flash work in support of retail web site.
9. Ability to create prototype mockups for creation of new products.
Job Requirements:
1. 4 plus years working in a prepress or design-based environment, Mid level position.
2. MAC proficient.
3. Strong knowledge of Quark Xpress, Adobe CS3 Suite, and familiar with Microsoft Office Suite.
4. Excellent mockup skills.
5. Extremely well organized and able to multi-task.
6. Able to work independently with some supervision.
7. Must be a team oriented individual.
8. Able to do basic trouble-shooting on printers and in software.
9. Commitment to learning new skills and processes.
10. Ability to take direction from multiple sources, with a focus provided by the Supervisor.
Graphique de France is based in Woburn, MA, 15 miles north of Boston and close to Routes 95 and 93. We enjoy a creative, casual and entrepreneurial atmosphere, with a strong sense of corporate values and morale. Graphique de France offers an excellent salary and a comprehensive benefits package.
Please note that relocation assistance is not available for this position.
In order to be considered for the position, please submit salary requirements with your resume to:
HR Department
Graphique de France
9 State Street
Woburn, MA 01801
Or via E-mail to: HR@graphiquedefrance.com
Please be assured all qualified candidates will receive notification of our interest. No phone calls or agencies, please.