Job Description
Job Description
Who We Are
Frida is more than a brand built to support parents. We get parents. We know all about the often unbelievable realities of parenthood, because we’ve been in the trenches. Over the last 9 years, we’ve dedicated ourselves to developing the tools (and sometimes the tips, too) that help simplify parenting - and it all started with snot. Since the launch of our cult-favorite NoseFrida, The SnotSucker, we’ve innovated and launched over 100 products that provide quick and easy solutions to age-old parenting problems. We also launched Frida Mom in 2019, with products to help women with the transition through the fourth trimester into motherhood. Today, Frida holds over a 70% share of its main category, and our products can be found in over 50+ countries and in over 40,000 stores throughout the US - in every retail channel from mass-market, grocery, chain drug, and specialty stores. For 9 years, we’ve had parents’ backs as they navigate the parts of parenthood you don’t usually see on the ’gram with honest and raw messaging to provide the answers to questions they didn’t even know they had. And, we’re just getting started.
How You Will Make an Impact
Frida is looking for a Production Artist to join our Packaging team based in Miami, FL. Reporting to Package Design Production Manager, the selected candidate will create print-ready mechanicals according to brand guidelines for Frida’s packaging needs.
Responsibilities to include:
- Support Frida's New Product Development (NPD), Renovation, and International packaging artwork pipelines, creating and releasing approved assets
- Create on-time, error-free, and ready-to-produce final artwork mechanicals
- Adhere to file naming and back-up procedures to ensure sound digital asset archival
- Release final artwork to business partners and/or suppliers (via cloud, ftp, email, etc.)
- Generate physical print proofs for internal and external review purposes
- Review digital and physical proofs as well as color samples / drawdowns for adherence to spec. Provide approvals to print
- Create conceptually sound extensions of approved typical designs for additional project components across all Frida brands
- Support and defend the creative concept, and adherence to brand style guidelines throughout the production process
- Ensure timely delivery of all artwork files to printers; work with print vendors to ensure quality meets expectations
- Act as liaison between design and print manufacturers to ensure successful and efficient production of all concepts
- Apply technical art specifications from internal and external business teams to facilitate submissions/adherence with regulatory requirements (legal, FCC, FDA, CSPC, etc.)
- Work closely with Brand, Product Development, and Package Engineering team to coordinate project deadlines and priorities
- Actively participate in creative / production handoff meetings
- Maintain personal, daily, and weekly production schedule
- Occasional travel to vendor sites required (approx. once per quarter) to attend critical print runs or press checks
- Special project as assigned
What You Will Need
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience in Graphic Design
- 2-5 years relevant experience in mechanical production preparation with a focus in packaging artwork (2D), within CPG agency or in house lifestyle consumer packaged brands
- Experience working with large format printer / proofers, rip software, and color spectrometers to measure & maintain color
- Strong Design sensibility; able to interpret and support design systems and initiatives
- High attention to detail and quality
- Strong knowledge of package printing technologies (Lithography, Flexo, Screen Print, UV, digital, etc.), design trends, materials, and manufacturing machinery/processing
- Solid understanding of pre-press activities, image formats, file compression and optimization techniques
- Mastery of Adobe Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
- Working understanding of pre and post press workflow (proofing, press checks, color management, adherence to G7 / GMI standards)
- Portfolio showcasing complex, real world, packaging production projects
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to drive multiple projects in unison, from concept to completion, in a fast paced, deadline-driven environment
- Experience with (or willingness to learn) communication platforms (Slack), Project Management tools (Asana) and Google Workspace (especially Slides, Docs and Sheets)
- Self-starter who values collaboration and feedback
- Strong listening, verbal, written, and graphic communications skills and an ability to present and communicate with internal and external stakeholders
- Strong problem-solving abilities, judgment and decision-making skills supported by sound technical justification
- Ability to travel domestically (approx. once per quarter)
Who You Will Work With
Frida is an organization that values collaboration and community. As the Production Artist, you will work closely with Brand Management, Product Development, Creative, and Package Engineering teams.
Our Ways of Working
Frida HQ is located in Miami, Florida and approved roles have the flexible option to work remotely both Mondays and Fridays with the benefit of connecting in person Tuesdays - Thursdays.
Why You Will Love Working at Frida
- Robust health benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
- Employer paid life insurance
- Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
- FSA & HSA
- 401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting.
- Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, and a birthday floater.
- Flexible paid pregnancy and parental leave.
- Weekly wellness programming designed to maximize personal time and minimize time spent investing in personal care outside of work hours. This includes a variety of programming such as in-office manicures & pedicures, blowouts, massages, and carwash services.
- Dog friendly office - feel free to bring your best buddy with you to work!
- Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth
- Company-wide events & outings. Team engagement is at the center of our culture. This ranges from small department-specific teambuilding or informal outings to our annual Fam Jam family carnival that celebrates the people in your life who support you in bringing your best self to work each day. We also host an annual Day of Service to support our local Miami community, and provide a variety of volunteer opportunities throughout the year that support our mission to serve parents and children.
- Exclusive employee product discounts.
Frida provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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