Plate Designer

ABOUT YOUR ROLE The Plate Designer utilizes current graphic design technology and computer software packages to produce a variety of different products and/or media. The individual originates design, art and copy layouts, determines style, size and arrangement of type and illustrations and provides instructions or directly assembles and prepares final layouts for printer YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES WILL INCLUDE Develop original and/or modify existing concepts based on original layout or the sample. Create, develop, and adjust customer artwork to meet manufacturer specifications. Utilizes creative skill to produce original artwork or enhance existing artwork to be used in the development of external customer brand identification programs, which may include labels, logos, and apparel trim, packaging and other products. Considers cost-efficiency when selecting alternative colors, sizes, etc. to present. Produces graphic sketches, layouts, and designs, utilizing various techniques – e.g., using tools design software on computer for the initial development and illustration of ideas. May train and guide junior-level Graphic Designers. May lead functional teams or projects. WHAT WE WILL BE LOOKING FOR IN YOU 0 - 3 years experience as a graphic designer. Knowledgeable of internal products, manufacturing, and pre-press processes Well organized individual with an ability to handle multiple deadline driven projects simultaneously Experienced in managing printing and pre-press process with suppliers Basic communication in English Understanding of applicable computer systems/software, such as MAC OS, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, File Maker & Illustrator, other function specific software, as well as Microsoft Office, Lotus Notes, illustration of ideas. Avery Dennison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status.