Production Artist Jobs in California

A Production Artist in the printing industry plays a critical role in refining and finalizing designs before they go to print. They work closely with graphic designers and illustrators, ensuring that all elements of the design, like layouts, graphics, and text, are correctly formatted and ready for print production. This can involve adjusting sizes, creating templates, ensuring design consistency, or fixing any errors in the artwork. They also collaborate with print vendors to verify specifications and confirm that print jobs are completed accurately and on time.

To be successful in this role, a Production Artist needs a strong understanding of design and typography principles, as well as expert proficiency in design software like Adobe Creative Suite (especially Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign). Knowledge of prepress processes is crucial, as is an eye for detail and excellent problem-solving abilities. Some positions may require a certification in graphic design or a related field. In terms of career progression, a Production Artist might previously have worked as a Graphic Designer, a Prepress Technician, or a Junior Art Director.

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Production Artist (Fully Remote) - Ongoing Freelance

  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Burbank, CA
  • 2 hours ago

production....

Experienced Graphic Designer and Production/Installation specialist

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Benefits: Free Coffee Overtime Bonus based on performance Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Training & development Job Description This full-time Sign Graphic...

Print Production

  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 1 day ago

Print Operator Daily operation of digital presses to produce printed material Ability to troubleshoot, perform maintenance, set up jobs, and manage the queue Ensure all print quality meets company standards...

Senior Graphic Designer - Adobe Creative Suite, Branding

  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pasadena, CA
  • 1 day ago

production and specs - Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines - Background in both agency and in-house settings is a plus - Passion for clean beauty, sustainability, and wellness Reply...

Production Artist

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum 2 years of professional prepress experience. Deep understanding of print production across offset, large-format digital, silkscreen, and pre-media processes....

Motion Graphic Designer

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Motion Graphic DesignerPosition OverviewOur Life Sciences client needs a Motion Graphic Designer to create engaging and visually impressive animations and graphics for various digital media...

Remote Work

Print Production Specialist

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 day ago

Experience with print production processes, including shipping and vendor coordination. Knowledge of Visual Merchandising (VM) and retail marketing is a plus....

Print Designer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 days ago

In SF office 2 days/week. Print, pattern & textile design. Seeking a Senior Print Designer with exceptional illustration skills and the ability to work across a range of styles. As Senior Print...

Graphic Designer - International

  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodland Hills, CA
  • 3 days ago

production, out-of-home, in-game content, team merch, etc....

Page Designer

  • Chico, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Chico, CA
  • 3 days ago

Summary: The NorCal Design Center is searching for a talented Page Designer to join our dynamic team. We design 12 daily newspapers and four weekly publications, delivering engaging and visually...

Ability to prepare camera-ready materials and a working knowledge of design and electronic prepress processes used in the production of complex publications....

Graphic Design Specialist

  • Martinez, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Martinez, CA
  • 4 days ago

Graphic Design Specialist NOTE: New employees will be placed at the first step which is $79,704 per year, second step $83,736 per year or third step at $87,972 per year (depending upon...

Book Typesetter Needed Print Layout Project

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 4 days ago

un Book Typesetter Needed - Print Layout Project compensation: $600-$1,000, depending on experience and quality of work. I'm looking for someone with experience in InDesign or Affinity Publisher...

Remote Graphic Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

HOW TO APPLY PLEASE CLICK HERE TO APPLY We maintain a rigorous hiring process to help ensure we only hire the best and most dedicated professionals. Please note that you will not be considered for...

Remote Work

Graphic Design Specialist

  • Pleasant Hill, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Pleasant Hill, CA
  • 4 days ago

Graphic Design Specialist Posting Number: 0002169 Location: Diablo Valley College Salary: YEARLY: $79,704, step 1 - $97,080, step 5 (see special instructions for initial step placement) Position...

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Production Artist Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Production Artist Jobs in California

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHirePrinting research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Production Artists in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.1%
Associate's Degree
17.0%
High School or GED
10.4%
Master's Degree
7.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.6%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Production Artists in California
Less than 1 year
31.8%
2-4 years
20.7%
1-2 years
16.2%
None
14.1%
8-10 years
7.6%
6-8 years
7.6%
4-6 years
2.0%


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