C2’s client, a leader in commercial design, sports branding, and creative production for NCAA, NFL, NHL, MLB, NBA, as well as other pro and collegiate teams nationwide, is booming and needs a contract Production Artist who can hit the ground running. The right candidate loves data-driven creativity, craves a hands-on role, face-to-face team setting, and eagerly wants to support bringing custom branding solutions to some of the most recognizable names in sports.
Start Date : ASAP
Duration : Ongoing contract. Full-time preferred (30–40 hours / week - minimum 6 hours / day), with some schedule flexibility
Location : Onsite in Cascade, WI. Hybrid opportunity dependent on performance and business needs
Compensation : Competitive hourly rate, W2 through C2, commensurate with experience. Open to negotiation for standout candidates
Benefits : All C2 talent working 30+ hours / week for 30 consecutive business days are eligible for medical, dental, optional vision, life insurance, PTO accrual, and 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match available for enrollment after 90 days
Technology : All technology and equipment provided (Mac-based shop; all software supplied)
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with the internal team and company owners to efficiently deliver a copious amount of work, which will facilitate company growth
- Maintain accuracy while juggling high volume and urgent deadlines, this is a role for someone who thrives when things are moving fast
- Produce custom print and digital assets for player identification products : locker plates, bag tags, identification labels, equipment decals, iron-ons, and more using Adobe Illustrator and in-house production workflows
- Leverage advanced Excel skills to integrate, track and format data for variable, large-batch projects
- Collaborate closely with co-workers and clients to interpret and clarify needs, prioritize and translate them into flawless deliverables
- Prepare files for specialized print production and finishing
- Work as an extension of a tight-knit team, jumping in wherever needed, communicating changes, and helping troubleshoot production issues on the fly
- Document processes and contribute to an environment focused on quality, speed, consistency and client happiness
Qualifications
Required :
2+ years experience in a commercially focused print production or agency settingAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Illustrator (portfolio or sample work required)Pro Excel user (data imports, formatting, variable data workflows)Experience preparing files for print and working with production teamsStrong communicator; comfortable speaking with clients and internal team membersAvailable for onsite workAble to keep up with urgent, high-volume workflow in a real production environmentAbility to adapt as needs shiftNice to Have :
Familiarity with Monday.com and Onyx RIP software workflowsBackground in print production for sports, events, or experiential marketingPrior work with pro / college athletics or live eventsCreative design chops (layout, branding, digital imaging)Deliver accurate, production-ready assets on deadline with minimal fixesQuickly and reliably format large, variable sets of dataBuild strong, positive relationships with external clients and internal staffKeep production moving and elevate the team, and company’s results, especially during high volume periodsNot your type of gig, but know someone who would be interested? Refer a qualified candidate, and if they get the job, you get a signing bonus! (Make sure they mention your name as their referral source so you get your well-deserved credit!)
All candidates must be located and authorized to work in the United States. C2 does not sponsor work visas. No C2C.