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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Graphic Designer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 18 hours ago

Graphic Designer Job Employer Name: jon morganSpiderID: 13931816 Location: san francisco, CaliforniaDate Posted: 1/23/2025 Wage: 7000Category: Graphics Design/Commercial Art Job Code: Number Of...

Pre-Press Technician/Graphic Designer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

Familiarity with HP Indigo, Fiery RIPs, Onyx RIP and printer-side layout/adjustment software, oversize color plotters, and high-speed digital printing equipment a plus. The position is full-time....

Manager, Print Designer

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 1 day ago

production best practices Proven experience preparing production-ready files and working with print vendors Strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of print design work Ability to synthesize complex...

Graphic Design Specialist

  • San Pablo, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • San Pablo, CA
  • 1 day ago

Graphic Design Specialist Posting Number: 0002160 Location: Contra Costa College Salary: YEARLY: $79,704, step 1 - $97,080, step 5 (see special instructions for initial step placement) Position...

Senior Motion Graphic Production Artist

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for a hands-on Senior Motion Graphic Production Artist with expertise in Adobe After Effects and Photoshop and Nuke....

Graphic Designer/Production Artist & Installer

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Your primary focus will be on print production, artwork design, and maintaining a positive company image while out on installs....

Motion Graphic Production Artist

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for a hands-on Motion Graphic Production Artist with expertise in Adobe After Effects and Photoshop....

Packaging & Print Designer

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 3 days ago

Manage diReelines, print production specifications, press-checks, and proofing processes with vendors....

3D Printing Technician/Maker for Immersive Art Sculpture Projects

  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 3 days ago

Position involves: * Maintenance and repair of machines * Upgrading equipment * Manage 3D print production runs * Ordering parts and supplies Skills/knowledge needed include: * General knowledge of...

Prepress Technician

  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 4 days ago

Requirements for this position include: 2+ years working in a digital printing environment. Knowledge of basic vinyls, rigid substrates and decal materials as well as different printing processes....

Graphic Designer

  • Oakland, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 4 days ago

Introduction THIS IS A\nNEW ASSEMBLED EXAMINATION. The eligible list resulting from this examination will cancel any\nexisting list and may last approximately one year, but can be...

Graphic Designer

  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA
  • 6 days ago

Graphic Designer Job ID: 424546 Posted 2 days ago Santa Monica, California Contract Marketing 40/hr-41/hr Job Details IDR is seeking a Graphic Designer to join one of our top clients in Santa...

Graphic Production Artist

  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA
  • 6 days ago

What does a Graphic Production Artist do at Hogarth? The Hogarth Worldwide team is looking for a Graphic Production Artist with expertise in Photoshop for website production....

Digital Print Technician

  • Downey, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Downey, CA
  • 10 days ago

high-speed digital press equipment and related bindery equipment to produce materials as requested by clients....

Graphic Designer

  • Torrance, CA
  • 11 days ago
  • Torrance, CA
  • 11 days ago

Graphic Designer Graphic Designer remote type Hybrid locations Minneapolis time type Full time posted on Posted Yesterday job requisition id R-100852 Job Description: As a Graphic Designer on...

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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
53.5%
Associate's Degree
17.2%
High School or GED
10.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.9%
Master's Degree
7.8%
Some College
2.0%
Doctorate Degree
0.5%
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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