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Print Production Designer Jobs in Washington (NOW HIRING)

AKQA

Freelance Production Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

$2.6K - $3.0K/wk

We are seeking a Freelance Print Production Designer (20 hours per week) to support active client work across a range of print and large-format deliverables. You will bring deep production expertise ...

Minuteman Marketing

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Customer Service Lead - Print Production

Chantilly, VA · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

  • PTO

You don't have to be a graphic designer but rather know how to fix customer files, impose the files for print production and send the jobs back to the production area. Do you know how to run a cutter ...

Mediabarn

Marketing Production Designer

Arlington, VA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... production of e\-mail, digital, print, social media projects, and more ... Make revisions, format artwork, ensure print and brand quality standards are met, and collect ...

Blue State

Contract Production Designer

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$30/hr

As a designer, you will craft fresh, delightful, people-centered experiences across web, mobile, email, social, and print. Working with a mix of nonprofits, brands, and causes, you will build ...

Tuckernuck

Junior Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate closely with designers to support creative development and bring concepts to final ... Ensure all files meet technical specifications for both digital and print production * Manage pre ...

Tuckernuck

Junior Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate closely with designers to support creative development and bring concepts to final ... Ensure all files meet technical specifications for both digital and print production * Manage pre ...

Tuckernuck

Junior Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate closely with designers to support creative development and bring concepts to final ... Ensure all files meet technical specifications for both digital and print production * Manage pre ...

Tuckernuck

Junior Designer

Washington, DC · On-site

$60K - $65K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Collaborate closely with designers to support creative development and bring concepts to final ... Ensure all files meet technical specifications for both digital and print production * Manage pre ...

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How much do print production designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for print production designer in Washington is $30.52, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $22.31 and $38.65 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How do you become a print production designer?

To become a print production designer, individuals typically need a bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications, or a related field. Gaining experience with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and understanding print production processes are essential, along with building a strong portfolio to showcase relevant work.

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

To thrive as a Print Production Designer, you need strong graphic design skills, a solid understanding of print processes, and attention to detail, typically supported by a degree in graphic design or a related field. Proficiency with design software like Adobe Creative Suite, knowledge of prepress procedures, and familiarity with color management systems are crucial. Excellent communication, organization, and time-management skills help with juggling multiple projects and collaborating with clients or print vendors. These capabilities ensure high-quality, accurate, and timely print output that meets both creative standards and production specifications.

What does a print production designer do?

A Print Production Designer is responsible for preparing designs and layouts for printed materials such as brochures, packaging, advertisements, and marketing collateral. They ensure that files meet printing specifications, maintain brand consistency, and troubleshoot any prepress or production issues. Their role involves working closely with graphic designers, marketing teams, and print vendors to guarantee high-quality output.

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Infographic showing various Print Production Designer job openings in Washington as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 85% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $63,481 per year, or $30.5 per hour.

Freelance Production Designer

AKQA

Washington, DC • On-site

$2.6K - $3.0K/wk

Full-time

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

At AKQA (part of WPP) we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. With an entrepreneurial and collaborative approach, we design adaptive digital services and applications that capture the imagination, delivering impressive returns for our clients.

Production Designers at AKQA are essential to the craft and integrity of our work. Meticulous and deeply skilled, they bring ideas to life with precision and care, ensuring every deliverable meets the highest standard of quality before it reaches the world. They work in close partnership with creative, design, and account teams, translating vision into production-ready assets across a wide range of formats and channels.

We are seeking a Freelance Print Production Designer (20 hours per week) to support active client work across a range of print and large-format deliverables. You will bring deep production expertise and a practiced eye to a collaborative, fast-moving environment, ensuring files are flawless, on-brand, and built to spec. Out-of-home production is a meaningful part of what you do, and you bring a fluency with large-format specifications, vendor requirements, and the nuances of preparing work that performs at scale and in the real world.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS

  • Prepare and manage print-ready files across a range of formats, including large-format and out-of-home applications, with meticulous attention to specs, color, and production standards
  • Work from existing design concepts and brand guidelines to produce accurate, production-ready mechanicals across multiple deliverable types
  • Demonstrate fluency in out-of-home production requirements, including billboard, transit, and large-format specifications, bleed, resolution, and vendor submission standards
  • Manage color accurately across print workflows, including CMYK, Pantone, and spot color considerations
  • Coordinate with print vendors and production partners as needed, ensuring files are delivered correctly and on time
  • Maintain organized, clearly labeled file systems and documentation that are easy for teammates and partners to navigate
  • Support creative and design teams throughout the production lifecycle, from initial file setup through final delivery
  • Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teammates including designers, art directors, and account managers in a fast-paced environment

QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS

  • Deep production craft with a practiced eye for detail across typography, color, spacing, and layout accuracy
  • Significant out-of-home production experience is an important part of your background, alongside broader print expertise
  • Fluent in Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, particularly InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop, with a highly organized approach to file management
  • Understands the full arc of print production and brings both technical precision and sound creative judgment to the work
  • Clear communicator who collaborates constructively, responds well to feedback, and keeps work moving with minimal friction
  • Adaptable and composed in a high-velocity environment, comfortable managing multiple deliverables with shifting timelines
  • Proactive about catching errors, closing gaps, and ensuring nothing goes to production without being truly ready

Location & Commitment

  • Remote (United States only)
  • 20 hours/week
  • $2,600-$3,000/week
  • Runs from 8.10 to 9.04

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