Creative Process Specialist (Production Artist)

WHO WE ARE

Hallmark's Prototype Studio is a corporate resource that works closely with key internal business partners with a strategic focus on 2D and 3D prototypes. Our team supports product development and innovation efforts through the exploration, prototyping, feasibility testing, and short run manufacturing required to advance Hallmark's product leadership and provide competitive advantages in winning new business.

WHAT YOUR ROLE ENTAIL AND HOW YOU'LL CONTRIBUTE

As a Creative Process Specialist (Production Artist), you will play a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of our design projects and delivering high-quality printed materials to our clients. Your expertise in Adobe software, proficiency in color correction, and experience with digital printing equipment will be essential in producing accurate final products.

Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the team to understand design requirements and project objectives.
• Utilize strong Adobe skills, particularly in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, to execute design concepts and prepare files for print production.
• Ensure accurate color reproduction and perform color correction as needed, maintaining consistency across different printing processes.
• Operate and maintain digital printing equipment, ensuring optimal performance and troubleshooting any issues that may arise.
• Adhere to production schedules, prioritize workload, and meet project deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
• Provide exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries, resolving issues, and maintaining effective communication throughout the production process.
• Maintain a production-minded approach, optimizing efficiency, and implementing best practices to streamline processes and increase productivity.
• Keep abreast of industry trends, new printing technologies, and software advancements to enhance skills and propose innovative solutions.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

The following is required to be considered for this role:

• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Experience in color correction techniques and maintaining color consistency.
• Experience handling multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Understanding of print production processes and file preparation.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Your resume will stand out if you have:

• 3-5 years' experience running digital printing equipment.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a customer service mindset.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Experience operating laser cutters and large format UV printers.
• Knowledge of prepress processes, including file optimization and imposition.
• Understanding of different paper stocks, finishes, and printing techniques.
• Ability to handle physically demanding tasks, such as lifting heavy print materials.

Additional Information

This position is located out of our Hallmark HQ location and will be full time on-site. Candidate will be required to take and pass a color blindness test.

Now's your chance to embrace a future with Hallmark-just follow the instructions below to apply.

You must show how you meet the basic qualifications in a resume or document you upload, or by completing the work experience and education application fields.Accepted file types are DOCX and PDF.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Hallmark Cards, Inc. and its subsidiary companies will hire only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Hallmark does not generally provide sponsorship for employment.

Employment by Hallmark is contingent upon the signing of the Employment Agreement, signing of an agreement to arbitrate in connection with the Hallmark Dispute Resolution Program, completing Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification, passing the urinalysis drug screen, education verification and satisfactory reference and background checks.

Hallmark is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other legally-protected status. Principals only please.

HALLMARK - Because Connecting With Each Other Has Never Been More Important

For more than a century, Hallmark has been bringing people together and improving the relationships that matter most. That's why millions of people all over the world connect with the Hallmark brand. It has always been a mission so much bigger than any one of us who work here.

Today, we need empathetic learners, strategic thinkers, and enthusiastic visionaries with diverse experiences and skills to help us create the rest of Hallmark's second century as we shift to a more digitally savvy, unified approach that combines the best of brick-and-mortar retail with the efficiency of dot-com spaces. Help us imagine what our next hundred years could look like!

When you join Hallmark, we will go out of our way to make you feel like part of the team, even in a remote/hybrid work environment. In the day-to-day, we'll make the best use of the skills and talents you already have. We'll also give you leadership opportunities and show you multiple potential pathways to future success.

Our culture of care for our consumers and for one another shows in the way we embrace different backgrounds, identities, and working styles, deliberately seeking out ways to be more inclusive both internally among our work groups and externally through the things we make and sell to our retail partners and consumers. We believe that a broadly inclusive, equitable approach is also our best path to future success. We're seeking out those who can bring a fresh perspective to our business and would love your input as someone new to our team! We can only change and grow when we intentionally include new perspectives-like yours.