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Production Artist

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Production Artist Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a ...

Production Artist

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Production Artist Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a ...

Production Artist

Auburn, WA · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are a locally-owned, full-service heatset and coldset commercial printer with direct mail ... A Production Artist typesets weekly shelf tags for multiple ad groups, provides production ...

Graphic Artist

Alvin, TX · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Meador Staffing in partnering with a graphics printing company in the Alvin area on their search for their next Production Graphic Artist / Print Press Operator. This is a full-time, temp to hire ...

The Graphic Artist is responsible for independently developing and initiating complete graphic ... Design and produce a wide variety of graphic art for printing; produce a wide variety of printed ...

Graphic Artist

Charlotte, NC

$115K - $137K/yr

Graphic Artist Conceptualizes and renders graphics based on the proposal content, working in ... Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment ...

Print Production Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$19 - $25/hr

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  • Dental

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  • Retirement

Print Production Specialist, Onsite - Denver, CO. Start date is ASAP for this 6-month contract ... Exposure to graphic or artistic production backgrounds

Graphic Artist

Stockton, CA · On-site

$4.3K - $5.4K/mo

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Graphic Artist is responsible for independently developing and initiating complete graphic ... Design and produce a wide variety of graphic art for printing; produce a wide variety of printed ...

Apparel Print Designer

West Chester, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Your Opportunity, Your Team As an Apparel Print & Textile Designer, you'll play a key role in ... Strong artistic, conceptual, and color sense, with the ability to differentiate the color spectrum.

Apparel Print Designer

West Chester, PA · Hybrid

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Your Opportunity, Your Team As an Apparel Print & Textile Designer, you'll play a key role in ... Strong artistic, conceptual, and color sense, with the ability to differentiate the color spectrum.

Adaptive Artist

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adaptive Artist Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a ...

Adaptive Artist

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Adaptive Artist Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family ... Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a ...

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How much do print artist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for print artist in the United States is $129,541.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $127,000.00 and $152,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a print artist?

To thrive as a Print Artist, you need a solid background in art and design principles, experience with printmaking techniques, and often a degree in fine arts or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Adobe Creative Suite, screen printing equipment, and other printmaking software and hardware is typically required. Creativity, attention to detail, and strong time management skills help a print artist stand out in producing high-quality, original work. These skills and qualities are essential for consistently delivering visually compelling prints that meet client or project specifications.

What is the difference between Print Artist vs Graphic Designer?

AspectPrint ArtistGraphic Designer
CredentialsOften requires a high school diploma or equivalent; some may have specialized training in art or designBachelor's degree in graphic design, art, or related field is common
Work EnvironmentPrint shops, advertising agencies, publishing housesDesign studios, marketing departments, freelance
Industry UsageFocuses on creating artwork specifically for printing processesCreates visual concepts for various media, including print and digital

While both roles involve visual art creation, Print Artists primarily focus on preparing artwork for printing, often working within print shops or publishing. Graphic Designers have a broader scope, designing for both print and digital media, often requiring formal education. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What is a print artist?

A Print Artist is a creative professional who designs and produces artwork specifically intended for printing on various surfaces, such as textiles, paper, packaging, or merchandise. Their work often involves creating patterns, illustrations, or graphics that can be used in products like clothing, wallpaper, stationery, and more. Print Artists use traditional art techniques as well as digital tools to develop their designs. They may work independently, for design studios, or within industries like fashion, home décor, and publishing.

What are some common challenges a print artist faces when collaborating with product development teams?

Print Artists often work closely with product development teams to ensure their designs are both visually appealing and technically feasible for production. A common challenge is adapting creative concepts to fit specific materials, printing techniques, or manufacturing constraints, which may require revisions or compromises. Effective communication and flexibility are essential, as Print Artists must balance their artistic vision with practical considerations like color limitations and print placement. Collaborating early and often with product developers helps streamline the process and results in successful final products.
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What states have the most Print Artist jobs?

States with the most job openings for Print Artist jobs include:

Infographic showing various Print Artist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 78% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 83% In-person, 6% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $129,541 per year, or $62.3 per hour.

Production Artist

Olberding Brand Family

Cincinnati, OH • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 18 days ago


Job description

Production Artist
Founded in 1919 as Phototype and recently rebranded as the Olberding Brand Family, we are a family company focused on delivering the highest quality and client service in the graphics design, management and printing industry. We Design, Optimize and Protect Brands. Our clients are primarily consumer products companies and printers and we help them by delivering a broad range of services from brand strategy and packaging design, to adaptive design across various print and digital platforms, all the way to color management and the production of printing plates. With our world headquarters located in Cincinnati, we have over 450 employees throughout the United States and offices in Europe and Asia.
The Production Artist takes from a designer a comprehensive, better known as a "comp," which could be an incomplete electronic file, images, or even a hand-drawn sketch of a designer's intention, and creates a mechanical - a complete digital file or combination of files that's problem-free when used for production.
The Production Artist is responsible for converting and translating customer submitted artwork into a press compatible format. The Production Artist maintains an effective and efficient workflow from the point the artwork is scheduled to the proof stage. The artist maintains direct and open communication with internal team and client to ensure the final art meets the clients and printers needs.
Only candidates fluent with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat will be considered
Duties and Responsibilities Include:
  • Work on CPG client jobs creating production art, line extensions and prepping jobs for assembly, which will include but not limited to: preflighting, typesetting, image placement, layout, spot color adaption, etc.
  • Manipulate customer artwork so printed materials can be produced according to the production requirements
  • Output production proofs depicting final layout for customer approval
  • Design all files according to the requirements of the press it will run on; including press marks, color correction, etc.
  • Make independent judgment in graphic assembly of working art files; analyzing needs and product regulatory requirements to create a final press-ready file
  • Maintain an effective comprehension of calibration, profiling and workflow procedures
  • Proofread all work including customer proofs and final files
  • Maintain accuracy and consistency across orders so that output flows efficiently and effectively

Qualifications Include:
  • Strong Adobe Illustrator skills
  • Knowledge of consumer products packaging, creative design, production artwork and print services preferred
  • Deep understanding of major printing methods (Flexo, Gravure, Offset)
  • Proficient use of Apple operating system including knowledge of business software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, FileMaker Pro and Acrobat

Why Choose Olberding Brand Family?
When you join Olberding Brand Family, you're not just taking a job; you're becoming part of a legacy of excellence and innovation. We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment where your expertise in pre-media will be highly valued. We believe in supporting our employees' well-being and offer a competitive benefits package that includes:
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your family healthy
  • A 401k retirement plan with company contributions to help you plan for your future
  • Flexible/hybrid work schedules that promote work-life balance
  • Generous paid time off (PTO), personal time, and volunteer time off, in addition to 8 observed holidays
  • Parental leave to support growing families
  • Career development opportunities

The Olberding Brand Family is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes individuals of diverse talents and backgrounds.
For fastest consideration, please apply online to the Careers section of our website www.olberdingbrands.com. Only applications received through this process will be considered. No phone calls, please.