Overview Job Title: Production Artist Department: Creative Operations Reports to: Manager, Production Art Status: Regular Full Time Location: 22 Adelaide Street West, Toronto Responsibilities Cover Mechanical Production and Cover Pre-Press/Pre-Flight Maintain all assigned cover templates ensuring these meet departmental and printer requirements as per best practice (SOPs); Ensure all format versions are up-to-date and reflect the current approved “look” and branding elements as per best practice (SOPs); Support internal, proprietary workflows, work within internal systems in helping to ensure the proper tracking of assigned covers through all stages of production; Ensure cover files are updated and approved by all departments prior to deadlines and follow-up on any covers that are delayed; Build both print and digital cover materials in Adobe Creative Suite ensuring that the final delivery of the press ready files follow departmental best practice (SOPs). Cover Image Production, Advertisements, Promotional Materials and Additional Marketing Materials Editing of supplied artwork, ensuring their accuracy for reproduction as per design, communicate any issues that impact the look directly with Art; Create all decorating elements as per Art’s direction while communicating any issues and/or changes required directly with both Art and Production to ensure quoted print material remains within budget; Interact with multiple departments as needed and in a timely manner to ensure assigned materials meet specified deadlines; Create advertisements for Marketing utilizing design elements from the covers created by Art and manage communication and approvals on an ongoing basis. Product Maintenance Organize and archive all completed materials following departmental best practices and naming conventions (SOPs). Qualifications 3+ years graphic production experience; publishing an asset but not necessary Post‑secondary diploma or equivalent in Graphic Arts Advanced MAC technical abilities and file building techniques in Adobe Creative Suite. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Clear multi‑departmental communication with a customer‑first attitude Superior organizational skills and attention to detail Advanced pre‑flight, analytical and problem‑solving skills Adobe Creative Suite Advanced knowledge of typography, design layout, color work and print processes Ability to multi‑task while working independently and as a team player Adaptable/flexible to changing business processes and requirements This position requires extended periods of focus working in front of a computer with multiple screens. This position also requires some periods of standing and the ability to handle and cut proofs from a large format printer. Salary The salary for this position is $55,000. We recognize that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we are able to attract the best candidates. The quoted salary range represents our good faith estimate as to what our ideal candidates are likely to expect, and we tailor our offers within the range based on the selected candidate's experience, industry knowledge, technical and communication skills, and other factors that may prove relevant during the interview process. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement HarperCollins Canada and Harlequin are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to equal employment opportunities. Employment decisions are based on job requirements and the skills, knowledge, and experience of the candidate, regardless of any other factors unrelated to job performance. HarperCollins Publishers is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at Note: we will only respond to accommodation requests. #J-18808-Ljbffr