Production Artist

Carter's, Inc. is the largest branded marketer in North America of apparel exclusively for babies and young children. The Company owns the Carter's and OshKosh B'gosh brands, two of the most recognized brands in the marketplace. These brands are sold in leading department stores, national chains, and specialty retailers domestically and internationally. They are also sold through more than 1,000 Company-operated stores in the United States, Canada, and Mexico and online at www.carters.com, www.oshkosh.com, and www.cartersoshkosh.ca. The Company's Just One You and Genuine Kids brands are available at Target, its Child of Mine brand is available at Walmart, and its Simple Joys brand is available on Amazon. The Company also owns Skip Hop, a global lifestyle brand for families with young children. Carter's is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia. Additional information may be found at www.carters.com.

Production Artwork (80%)

• Manage all production art flow in assigned SBU area. Responsible for the creation of production-ready graphic and print specifications.

• Responsible for the creation of production-ready graphic and print specifications.

• Process includes the preparation of Graphic and Print Artwork files, adjusting layout and sizing, modifying all over textile artwork, applying color call outs, and clear communication of other essential production details.

• Responsible for making updates to Graphic Artwork or modifications to Textile Art that will either make product easier or cost effective to produce in bulk.

• Utilize knowledge of raw materials and factory capabilities to choose the most successful production technique that will execute the Graphic and Textile Art in bulk, based on creative vision.

• Responsible for all Production Art file management. (i.e releasing to external vendors and all file management on internal servers and PLM)

• Manage all revisions to Production Art files and maintaining accurate records of file changes for cross-functional teams and overseas partners.

• Maintain open communication and working relationship with cross functional partners (Graphics and CAD Teams, Design, PDC, Merchandising, and Technical Design). Attend any cross-functional meetings.

Line Boards (10%)

• Collaborate with Merchandising to create Line Sheets in PowerPoint from Excel PLM system pulls.

Creative Functions (10%)

• Reproduce purchased art files in Illustrator and Photoshop

• Resolve image issues for printing during creative and leadership meetings

• Photograph seasonal inspiration displays for Creative kick-off and Sales Meeting

SUPERVISORY / BUDGETARY / EXTERNAL COMMUNICATION RESPONSIBILITY

• Attend costing meetings and sample reviews to advise team on possible adjustments to art or print techniques that will improve product in bulk.
• Assist in supervising and supporting Assistant level employees
• Support Manager and Sr. Manager in streamlining and maintaining congruous processes/workflows between different business units
  

Required Experience:

• Strong knowledge of Adobe suites, mainly Illustrator and Photoshop required.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel required.
• PLM system knowledge preferred.
• Working knowledge of apparel and licensed product development techniques and how to communicate these directions to overseas vendors (i.e. garment construction, technical knowledge of rotary print/ screen print/ embroidery techniques, factory limitations and production tolerances)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work calmly and maintain good judgment in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to learn quickly and manage multiple projects while completing deadlines
• Highly motivated to maintain consistency, accuracy and quality in a demanding environment
• Bachelors degree required
• 3+ yrs of experience in a related area of apparel production or licensed product development

Carters is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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