Production Artist

This is a critical job within a vibrant small company. The job reports to the Director of Design and the Director of Operations. - Stay in constant communication with overseas vendors for daily updates - Send and gather quotes on new concepts - Catalog and reference stim, quotes, and samples for future projects - Organize and maintain files on server and dropbox - Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time - Troubleshoot problems as they arise with both the creative team and the vendor - Research different vendors for new capabilities - Assisting with customer requests for photography, samples, and customer service questions - Design and distribute email marketing via Mail Chimp - Update and maintain website - Maintain and update Dropbox links - Preparing presentation materials and slideshows - Design ads on a project to project basis - Assist with gathering boxes in warehouse - Research latest color trends, food trends, and interests - Research competitor products (compare cost/retail) - Collaborate with art director and design team on new layout/ design options - Develop merchandising plan for all catalog items - Source and arrange large-format prints and signage to ship - Prep required props, products, materials and samples in time for show - Help prep and pack shipping crate before each show - Be available to travel during tradeshow dates for booth setup and/or walking tradeshow floor to gather inspiration