Creative Production Artist

At Imagine we go beyond print to help our clients deliver game-changing visual communications from concept to delivery that set the standard for our industry. The first step in this process is hiring great employees! Our innovative teams are the most committed, highly experienced artisans in the business. We are committed to delivering high-quality marketing solutions, in every environment and campaign, helping our clients capture the heart, minds, and loyalty of their customers. For more than 30 years, The Imagine Group has established itself as one of the most influential and innovative visual communications companies in the industry. Join us and let’s Imagine a better way together.

Midnight Oil (moagency.com), strategically located in "the heart of Hollywood" in Burbank, CA, is an extraordinary creative, and specialty print production partner to the majority of theatrical and streaming studios, with relationships often measured in terms of decades, not years. We uniquely and conveniently combine our Studio and Print Production capabilities all under one roof in our 120,000 square feet facility, with an Amtrak stop and the Burbank Airport directly across the street. However, our “secret sauce” is simply our people … we have the best, most passionate, most capable team of 125 motivated employees who always delivers exceptional solutions to our clients as we aren't satisfied being anything short of the best. Generally speaking, we shape creative ideas by making them better and bringing them to life in virtually any media format, on-time, and to the highest standards of quality. And, we do things the right way as our culture of mutual respect, transparency, collaboration, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion makes MO a great place to work.

Position Summary: The Creative Production Artist will provide project support to internal pre-media team and prepare files for internal and external manufacturing at the expected level of quality.

Work Location: On-site at our Burbank, CA facility.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Producing an array of entertainment theatrical properties through Key Art, Outdoor, In Theatre
• Creating templates, adapting creative and building production mechanical files utilizing relevant software
• Reviewing design files and proactively solve production/creative issues
• Resizing and adapting high resolution art
• Communicating with account, production and creative teams
• Managing multiple deadlines and still provide excellent work
• Laying out design & production of any print materials including, OOH, packaging, one-sheets, ads, presentations, brochures, catalogs etc.
• Applying understanding of structure as it relates to special packaging, theatrical standees, In theatre elements and retail POP
• Collaborating and supporting designers, art directors and creative directors
• Creating presentations
• Troubleshooting file issues
• Managing and maintaining client and company assets
• Preflight, collect, upload and download tasks
• Continual training to increase skill level
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Mandatory Qualifications:

• Creative Agency and an excellent understanding of entertainment production workflow
• Ability to do light retouching and color correction
• Ability to adapt, plan and organize in a constantly changing environment
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Goal oriented and a self-starter
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Commitment to continued learning

Preferred Qualifications:

• A positive, can-do attitude with high level dedication and collaborative spirit
• Ultimate client satisfaction mentality and approach
• Proactive approach to identify and solve problems before they arise
• Exceptional coordination and multi-tasking skills
• Proven aptitude for quick creative adaptation thinking with acute attention to detail within demanding deadlines
• Ability to analyze and discuss creative solutions in a clear, rational, and creative manner
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, demanding, highly creative environment
• Proactive approach to identify and solve problems before they arise
• Bilingual or multilingual proficiency in any language (including ASL) preferred

Physical Requirements:

• Occasional walking
• Manual dexterity for repetitive work
• Frequent Sitting for prolonged periods of time
• Travel: N/A
• Chemicals: N/A
• Ability to lift, push and pull: N/A

The national pay range for this role is $40 - $50/hourly. The pay range may be slightly lower or higher based on the geographic location. The actual pay offered may vary based upon, but not limited to: education, skills, experience, proficiency, performance, shift and location. In addition to base salary, depending on the role, the total compensation package may also include participation in a bonus, commission or incentive program. Imagine offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, disability insurance, 401(k) with match, life insurance and other voluntary supplemental insurance coverages, plus tuition assistance, caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and employer/partner discounts.

Imagine is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Diversity and Inclusion are not just a checked box, it is a critical part of our commitment to deliver innovative solutions to our clients and provide a great place to work for our entire Imagine family. We are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply.

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