Graphic Designer/Production Artist

About YouTheFan:

In business since 2009, YouTheFan team has designed, manufactured, and distributed unique, distinctive fan-focused items. Proudly based in Warsaw, Indiana, YouTheFan’s products for NFL, MLB, NCAA, and NHL are sold at online stores and retailers across the country. With a creative spirit and tireless ingenuity, YouTheFan makes sure the game day excitement never ends. Visit our website: www.youthefan.com

Job Summary:

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm, overtime as needed

The Production Artist will work independently once the collaboration with the creative team is done to execute new designs in product development. They will utilize computer software to design and generate mass quantities of production files for sports-licensed products. They will manage production files and be responsible for making changes to product files and images, as designs frequently change when teams update their logos, colors, and/or brand identity.

Experience:

Experience in the work field with

"Pre-Press" design and production

desired but not required.

Software Skills:

Must be proficient in Adobe programs, specifically

Illustrator

and

Photoshop

.

Essential Skills and Ability:

Attention to Detail

and

Quality Control

are at the top of the list.

This role requires repetitive work – designing the same product for 150\+ different sports teams.

We need a high standard of work,

quickly and efficiently

, without sacrificing quality.

Strong understanding of Design Principles

(spacing, balance, composition, layout, text treatment)

Communication Skills

(communicating with domestic and international factories on per-project basis)

Independent Worker / Takes initiative to complete tasks to meet deadline without needing to be told

Knowledge of NFL, MLB, NHL and NCAA teams is helpful

NOTE

: This is NOT a super “creative” role.

While creativity and visual problem-solving are a big advantage, we are looking for more of a “technician” to streamline and execute mass amounts of designs.

Most of the logos and artwork we work with are already provided by the teams and universities, so there isn’t much need for ‘Concept Art’ or ‘Brainstorming’ new product idea. We need someone who can utilize an established template and execute designs with the assets provided to them.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree desired but not required.