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| Title: | Graphic Production Assistant |
| Description: | Candlewick Press, a leading publisher of books for children located in Somerville, MA seeks a Graphic Production Assistant. Reporting to the Senior Graphic Production Specialist, this position will provide support to the Graphic Production team, covering a wide array of exciting projects. Following Candlewick aesthetic styles and standards, the Graphic Production Assistant will assist with; reprints, inputting text changes, Preflight/PDF Creation/Postflight of final files for print, color-correction, and Hi-Rez Photoshop projects.
Duties also include: • retrieve and prepare archive assets for various reuse needs • create special effect plates for print (i.e. Spot-Gloss, Emboss, Foil-Stamp, etc.) • generate and update barcodes • fulfill file and PDF requests • assist with creating and updating training and workflow documentation This is not a design position. The ideal candidate will have an appreciation for typography and book design, while having a stronger interest in prepress and digital production. A love of children’s books is a plus. This is a full-time position based in Somerville, MA with the option for hybrid work. A comprehensive benefits package is offered including medical, dental, life and disability insurance; flex spending and 401k plans, voluntary benefits, generous paid time off and much more! |
| Requirements: | Ideal candidate will have experience working with industry standard Adobe software, an understanding of various printing processes, and color theory.
Typesetting experience and understanding of proofreading marks is a plus. Skills: Knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat Pro. Candidate must be very detail oriented and work well under pressure. Good communication, time management, and organizational skills a must. |
| Company: | CANDLEWICK PRESS |
| Location: | Somerville, MA |
| How To Apply For This Job: | To Apply: submit a resume and cover letter via e-mail to careers@candlewick.com, referencing "Graphic Production Assistant" |
| Date Posted: | 12/12/2024 (Ongoing Job Posting) |
