Graphic Production Artist I
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Graphic Production Artist I AT adidas
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Graphic Production Designer
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Position Overview
The Graphic Production Designer is responsible for translating brand design direction into polished presentation and production-ready artwork. This position ensures that graphics, embellishments, and material treatments meet established design standards while maintaining consistency and accuracy across all versions of artwork.
The role supports apparel and headwear projects by preparing accurate production files, coordinating revisions, meeting established service-level deadlines, and ensuring artwork is delivered correctly throughout the approval and licensing process.
Key Responsibilities
Produce basic line artwork and color CADs for apparel and headwear to support both internal teams and external partners.
Develop accurate production packages for apparel and headwear projects.
Prepare placement information for additional garment silhouettes when required.
Create manufacturing documentation needed to complete graphics that do not use traditional screen-print processes.
Ensure artwork meets manufacturing requirements, adidas standards, quality expectations, and applicable team or league specifications.
Work closely with design, marketing, product development, and other stakeholders to understand and execute the required visual direction.
Coordinate with other internal business functions to complete supporting deliverables, including trims, garment symbols, identity assurance materials, collateral, digital imagery, and related assets.
Route artwork through established proofing and approval procedures.
Prepare licensing-ready files according to the specific requirements of each applicable league or organization.
Track art-review milestones, follow league requirements, and complete requested revisions within established SLAs.
Submit final licensing materials in accordance with league guidelines and required timelines.
Take ownership of assigned projects and monitor progress to ensure every milestone is completed within the agreed service levels.
Ensure completed artwork is properly distributed to the appropriate locations and stakeholders.
Update AEM with detailed timeline information to document project iterations and progress.
Consistently meet required deadlines for projects, revisions, approvals, and submissions.
Conduct research and carefully proofread artwork before delivery.
Consult with art leads whenever additional direction or clarification is necessary.
Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by management.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Intermediate proficiency using the Mac platform.
Advanced proficiency with Adobe Illustrator.
General working knowledge of typography, Adobe Photoshop, Bridge, and InDesign.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to use Excel to compare, reconcile, and validate information.
Knowledge of screen-print production is advantageous, with preference given to candidates who have relevant experience.
Ability to understand and interpret technical procedures and written instructions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional business correspondence.
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn quickly in a high-volume, fast-moving environment.
Exceptional attention to accuracy, quality, and detail.
Capable of working independently with limited supervision.
Able to organize competing priorities and manage several assignments or activities at the same time.
Positive, solutions-oriented attitude and willingness to accept and implement direction.
Professional approach when working with colleagues, stakeholders, and customers.
Strong planning, time-management, and communication abilities.
Ability to navigate differing viewpoints, resolve disagreements constructively, and encourage productive collaboration.
Strong customer-service and teamwork skills.
Employee Benefits
Eligible adidas employees have access to a comprehensive benefits program that may include:
Medical coverage, including HSA options with employer contributions or FSA alternatives.
Dental and vision insurance.
Prescription drug coverage.
Adoption, surrogacy, and fertility support.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, with additional employee-paid coverage options.
401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match.
Education assistance for eligible full-time employees.
Paid parental leave of up to 14 weeks.
Flexible paid time off that accrues based on service.
Twelve paid holidays each calendar year.
Service Time Off during designated employment milestones.
Annual bonus opportunities based on individual and company performance.
About adidas
adidas is committed to building an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued and employees are encouraged to express their individuality. The company welcomes qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds and supports reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.
The company does not tolerate harassment or discrimination against applicants or employees and maintains an Equal Opportunity Employer policy.
The primary working location for this position is Indianapolis, Indiana. While adidas employees come from around the world, English is the primary language used in the workplace.
Join adidas
If you are ready to contribute your creative and production skills to a team helping shape the future of sport and retail, this opportunity offers the chance to work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where quality, creativity, and teamwork are highly valued.