Production Graphic Design Artist - Valley City - Lakeshirts

GREAT ART. IT'S KINDA WHAT WE DO HERE AND WHAT WE'RE PASSIONATE ABOUT.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

Blue 84 is a wholesale supplier of custom-designed apparel and accessories located in beautiful Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. We offer our customers the finest garments, artwork, and design techniques found anywhere in the Resort or College markets. Got a favorite t-shirt or sweatshirt that you found on vacation or in a bookstore? Odds are good it's one of ours.

We're currently looking for Production Graphic Design Artists to keep that speed & superior artwork top-notch. This position will work under the direction of the Art Manager to MODIFY existing designs for different territories across the US and prepare art for production, focused on our resort, collegiate and sticker business.

(To be considered for remote, you must reside in these states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, IA, ID, IL, MN, NC, ND, NY, NV, PA, MO, OK, SC, SD, TX, VA, WI)

Hours: Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm CST

Essential Job Functions | Prioritize + Modify + Execute

• Prioritize daily workload based on due dates
• Meet specifications customers are requesting for each design
• Develop and execute art designs
• Attend all scheduled meetings
• Other responsibilities as directed

Qualifications | Adobe Illustrator + Organization + Multitasking

• 2 or 4 year Graphics Design degree or Art-related degree required
• Illustrating background and experience with Illustrator and Photoshop or similar programs required
• Ability to work well within a team
• Ability to manage multiple tasks
• Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
• Excellent organizational skills

Remote Qualifications I Minimum Requirements:

To effectively fulfill your responsibilities, we expect remote team members to have a reliable internet connection that meets the following minimum requirements:

• Download Speed: A minimum download speed of 100 megabits per second (Mbps) is necessary to ensure swift access to online resources, efficient communication, and seamless collaboration with your colleagues. We recommend 200 mbps download.
• Upload Speed: Your internet connection should have a minimum upload speed of 20 megabits per second (Mbps). This speed allows for smooth sharing of files, participating in virtual meetings, and contributing to our collaborative work environment. We recommend 50 Mbps Upload.

It is important to note that these above requirements are based on the assumption that your internet connection is dedicated primarily to work-related tasks during business hours. We understand that many households have multiple users and may engage in activities such as streaming services like Hulu, Netflix, Youtube, etc. However, it is crucial that your work-related activities receive the necessary bandwidth and remain uninterrupted.

All remote employees are also responsible for the following:

• Must have both Cable and DSL for Internet Types
• Must supply their own equipment (including but not limited to monitors, cameras, and computer accessories)
• We recommend employees have two monitors for work tasks
• Please note that chromebooks are not compatible with our systems.

OUR CULTURE IS ONE-OF-A-KIND AND TRULY SETS US APART. We are proud of our humble beginnings and non-corporate style. We offer a unique atmosphere, unlike any other manufacturer. We work hard to be the best and we seek only committed individuals that will help move our company forward and embrace our values and culture. Lakeshirts | Blue 84 is one of the largest privately owned screen-printing manufacturers in the United States, responsible for decorating and distribution of a wide variety of garments for the resort, college and K-12 markets. At our headquarters in Detroit Lakes, MN, we employ over 900 great people, proudly producing 45,000+ garments daily. It's not just a job but a lifestyle. Our job descriptions help support and guide you in the role you play in making our company successful. LIFE'S BETTER IN A T-SHIRT. IT REALLY IS.

Cognitive or Mental Requirements of the Job:

Employee must be able to see and hear, read and write. Requires adaptability, analyzing, assessing, calculating, decision making, dependability, judgment, reading, speaking, following direction, handling multiple priorities, reasoning.

Physical Demands:

NEVER (0%): Climb, Crawl, Lift 25-50 lbs., Lift over 50 lbs., Carry 25-50 lbs., Carry over 50 lbs.

OCCASIONALLY (1%-33%): Lift, Stand, Walk, Carry, Push, Pull, Balance, Bend, Twist, Reach, Lift under 10 lbs., Lift 10-24 lbs., Carry under 10 lbs., Carry 10-24 lbs., Reach above shoulder height, Reach at shoulder height, Reach below shoulder height

FREQUENTLY (34%-66%): Reach below shoulder height

CONTINUOUSLY (67%-100%): Sit