Production Artist

Job summary

The Production Artist will create and prepare artwork using Adobe Illustrator while interpreting customer specifications and blueprints. They are responsible for managing color separations, proofing requirements, and ensuring all files are print-ready according to company standards.

Job details

Overview Create value at TC Transcontinental. At TC Transcontinental, we've got it made, and that's because of the expertise of our team. We have been driving innovation since 1976. Founded 50 years ago and 4,000 employees strong, Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B), known under the TC Transcontinental brand, is a Canadian retail marketing services company, Canada's largest printer, and the Canadian leader in French-language educational publishing. Driven by the vision of a more informed, educated and prosperous society, TC Transcontinental propels its clients' success across the retail, education, book and information industries. With agility, creativity and boldness, we design and deliver innovative, high-value products and services. Are you an experienced Production Artist with a background in print production? Do you have a passion for creating accurate, high-quality artwork and preparing files for production? We're looking for a detail-oriented professional to join our ArtRoom team in Winnipeg.Pay: $20.00 per hour Responsibilities When your actions lead to success: Create and prepare artwork using Adobe Illustrator on Mac systems. Interpret customer specifications, blueprints, and job tickets. Set up artwork on company proof templates and production layouts. Apply trapping techniques and prepare files for print production. Manage color separations and proofing requirements. Work with Pantone, CMYK colors, fonts, line screens, and print-ready files. Organize and maintain digital artwork in Mac and PC environments. Collaborate with team members while managing assigned projects independently. Follow all workplace health and safety standards. Qualifications When your expertise drives us: College Diploma or Degree in Design, Graphic Arts, Production Art, or a related field. Minimum 3 years of experience in the print industry.Strong proficiency in Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Creative Cloud. Experience trapping Illustrator files and preparing artwork for print production. Ability to read and interpret blueprints and customer instructions. Knowledge of color separations, Pantone and CMYK processes. Excellent attention to detail and communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. When benefits really help you live better: We offer a comprehensive and flexible benefits package designed to support your well-being and help you thrive—at work and at home. Our offerings include: Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives and retirement savings plans with company match Customizable group benefits including health, dental, life, disability, and travel insurance Paid time off Employee perks such as discounts on insurance, wireless plans, travel, and more Career development opportunities A dynamic, inclusive work environment where your voice matters and your growth is supported EEO TC Transcontinental is committed to fair, transparent, and equitable hiring practices. We disclose that no artificial intelligence (AI) tools or automated decision-making systems are used in our recruitment or selection process. TC Transcontinental is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws in the jurisdictions where we operate. We are also committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and work environment—promoting dignity, independence, integration, and equal opportunity for all, including persons with disabilities. Accommodations, including alternative formats, will be made available for all parts of the recruitment and selection process. For more information or to request an accommodation please contact talent@tc.tc. Send us your application. Create something with TC Transcontinental.

What you’ll do

The Production Artist will create and prepare artwork using Adobe Illustrator while interpreting customer specifications and blueprints. They are responsible for managing color separations, proofing requirements, and ensuring all files are print-ready according to company standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a college diploma or degree in a design-related field and possess at least 3 years of experience in the print industry. Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and technical knowledge of print production processes are essential.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Performance-based incentives
• Retirement savings plans
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Travel insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts

Listed skills

• Typography · Preferred
• Layout Design · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred
• Project management · Preferred
• Adobe Illustrator · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Adobe Illustrator
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Print production
• Color separations
• Trapping techniques
• Blueprint interpretation
• Pantone
• CMYK
• File preparation
• Attention to detail
• Project management
• Communication skills
• Mac systems
• Typography
• Layout design
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Proofreading
• Print Production
• Time Off Management
• Artificial Intelligence
• Decision Making
• Communication
• Creativity
• Digital Arts
• Occupational Safety And Health
• French Language
• Marketing
• Innovation
• Personal Computers
• Templates
• Detail Oriented

Job areas

• Creative & Media
• Art & Design
• Manufacturing
• Retail
• Production Artist
• Pre-Press Technician
• Pre-press Technicians
• Prepress Technicians and Workers

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