Production Artist

*while physically working from our Norfolk, VA offices is not a requirement, we are looking for someone currently residing in the Hampton Roads region for this position

Sway Creative Labs (https://www.madebysway.com) is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Production Artist to join our team. This role requires a blend of technical skill, creative ability, and attention to detail contributing to both the execution and the enhancement of our projects.

Requirements:

• 2+ years of experience in digital and print production, preferably in an agency setting
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and online editing tools like Figma
• Strong technical knowledge of production processes and design requirements for both print and digital media
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• High attention to detail and precision in creating and reviewing materials
• Good understanding of design principles, typography, and color theory
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills to ensure alignment with the creative team and clients
• Familiarity with asset management and preparation for various digital platforms
  
  

Core Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the creative team to prepare and finalize designs for digital and print media
• Ensure that all production files are correctly formatted according to project specifications
• Assist in the creation of digital assets such as web banners, social media graphics, microsites, and email templates
• Produce print-ready files for various materials including brochures, direct mail, and print ads
• Maintain the quality of design throughout all phases of the project
• Manage and oversee the archiving of production files and resources
  
  

Benefits:

• Remote Work Affordance. For the duration of your employment at Sway, except in instances of occasional and pre-scheduled in-person meetings, and wherein your attendance is needed on set, this role will be 100% remote; though we do encourage in-office attendance as a means of sharpening your skills and sewing commradery with your teammates
• 15 Paid Vacation Days. Days reset at your start date and do not roll over. You’ll have the ability to withdraw a negative balance of up to 5 days, and you begin the year with your days already afforded
• 17 Paid Holidays. Your Birthday, New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Monday after the Super Bowl, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Juneteenth, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and week between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
• Two-Hour Windows. So long as the privilege is not abused, we offer each employee 2-hour leave windows at the beginning (9am - 11am EST) and end of the workday (3pm - 5pm) to tend to any appointments like unexpected child care challenges, doctor’s visits, home maintenance, etc. that do not count against your allotted paid time off
• Health Plan. All employees are eligible to enroll in one of (3) Group Optima Health Plans; with Sway covering 80% of employee’s cost and 50% of your dependents
• Dental Insurance. Sway pays 100% of employee’s United Concordia Dental Plan
• Yearly bonuses. Unless otherwise stated, you will be eligible to receive a year-end bonus based on your performance, to be determined in Sway’s full discretion. Payment of bonuses is on the second paycheck of November each year. Additional bonuses may be awarded throughout the year based on your own (including your efforts in generating new business via your own relationships) and the company’s performance, to be determined at Sway’s discretion
• Retirement Benefits. Sway’s 401K policy offers a solid foundation for your retirement planning; we match your contributions at a 1:1 rate for the first 3% of your pay, and then add an extra $0.50 for each dollar you contribute on the following 2% of your pay
• Upskilling Opportunities. As “curiosity of craft” is on of our core values, Sway encourages continued education and skill advancement conferences courses with 100% reimbursement of at least one approved employee upskilling initiatives