Print & Production Graphic Designer

Join a Veteran-Owned, Family-Oriented Business We are a locally operated, veteran-owned company in the Knoxville area seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Graphic Artist to join our team. If you’re passionate about design, enjoy hands-on production work, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you. Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented Print & Production Graphic Designer with advanced Adobe Illustrator and InDesign skills. This role is perfect for a technical creative who enjoys building scalable vector assets and managing the end-to-end production of high-quality print materials. You will be responsible for creating "printer-ready" files that maintain perfect clarity at any size, from business cards to large-format banners. Key Responsibilities Vector Asset Creation: Design logos, icons, and complex illustrations from scratch using Adobe Illustrator. Layout Management: Build multi-page documents and marketing collateral in Adobe InDesign, ensuring consistent typography and grid structures. Technical Pre-Press: Convert text to outlines, manage spot colors, and set up precise bleeds and crop marks for error-free production. Scalability Oversight: Ensure all designs are vector-based where necessary to prevent pixelation during large-format printing. Digital Press Operation: Set up and operate digital presses (e.g., Konica Minolta, Xante) and troubleshoot output quality. Finishing & Quality Control: Perform hands-on finishing work, including cutting, folding, padding, shrink wrapping, etc., while inspecting final products for color accuracy. Collaborate with team members to meet deadlines and customer expectations. Clean & Maintain production equipment for optimal performance. Qualifications Experience: 2+ years in a professional print or sign shop environment. Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (vector paths, layers, pen tool) and Adobe InDesign. Pre-Press Expertise: Deep understanding of CMYK color models, bleed requirements, and PDF export settings for print. Hands-on Skills: Comfortable operating production-grade machinery and handling physical print media. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour Benefits: Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Work Location: In person