Production Artist

Metalphoto of Cincinnati (MPC), a division of Horizons Incorporated is a dynamic and growing manufacturer of custom durable metal and plastic branding, product identification, functional components, and signage products. MPC has been delivering high quality and cost-effective products to our hundreds of customers nationwide for over 60 years. Our customers span a broad range of industries and include such notable names as Amazon, Federal Express, Caterpillar, Lockheed Martin, Care Fusion, and many others. MPC employs a variety of processes in the production of our products including photographic imaging, digital printing, screen printing, thermal transfer printing, and various finishing and fabricating methods.

To support our continuing growth, MPC is currently seeking a talented Production Artist to join our team.

As a Production Artist you will be responsible for all aspects of production artwork generation including:

Utilizing your expertise to review customer supplied designs and layouts, suggesting improvements when necessary, and modifying formats to increase the quality of production.

Design and preparation of art and copy layouts using graphics software for materials to be screen printed, digitally printed, or photographically imaged based on job requirements, customer specifications and other related job information.

Performing other technical duties including scaling, cropping, retouching, repositioning, and pre-flighting.

Accurately assembling and / or creating as needed all elements of design required for production, including dimensional or illustrative drawings, paper or electronic proofs, print routings, etc.

Archiving and updating of graphic files as required.

Output of film positives / negatives for production using a dry film image setter, assembling, inspecting, retouching, and mounting films as required.

Production Artist skills needed to succeed in this role include:

A meticulous and goal-oriented individual with a keen eye for the smallest details.

Strong computer skills including proficiency in Adobe Illustrator®, Adobe Photoshop®, CorelDRAW®, Microsoft Office Suite®, and / or 2-D CAD drawing.

Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and understand mechanical / technical drawings.

2+ years of relevant work experience preferred.

A working knowledge of photographic imaging, screen printing, or digital printing is a plus.

Ability to work independently, but within a team environment to deadlines and schedules.

Strong organizational and time-management skills including ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects in a dynamic work environment.

Superior oral and written communication skills, including an ability to interface professionally with customers when required.

This is a full-time position, with competitive pay and benefits, bonus opportunity, and 401k offered.

Come and join our team! Apply today by emailing your resume and salary requirements. Horizons Incorporated