Production Artwork Designer

We are looking for a detail-oriented Artwork and Proof Setup Specialist to prepare accurate production-ready artwork for custom branded garments, promotional products, and merchandise.

The role involves converting approved customer artwork into department-wise proof setups and print/production files for Embroidery, Silk Screen Printing, DTF Printing, and Laser Cutline work.

*Key responsibilities*

* Create clear customer/order proof setup sheets with:

* Project number and PO number

* Department title

* Garment/product details

* Logo placement, dimensions, and correct visual proportion

* Enlarged logo views and specification notes

* Standard proof header and disclaimer

* Prepare separate proof setup pages for each production department, such as Embroidery, Screen Printing, DTF, and Laser Cutline.

* Prepare Silk Screen artwork:

* Clean vector separations - no auto tracing

* Correct colour layers, spot-white handling, underbase/underlay setup, trapping and registration marks

* Illustrator/PDF production files

* Prepare DTF print files:

* Correctly sized artwork at 300 DPI

* Transparent background where required

* PNG, EPS, PSD, SVG, AI, or PDF output as appropriate

* Prepare laser cutline files:

* Clean outlined vector artwork with no intersecting strokes

* Layered artwork, maximum three colour/layer construction where required

* AI, EPS, PDF, or CDR-ready files

* Support embroidery digitizing preparation:

* Simplify complex artwork for clean stitching

* Understand embroidery limitations, puff vs non-puff requirements, densities, underlays, pull compensation, and material impact

* Coordinate with digitizers and production teams to ensure the best possible final output

* Review artwork carefully before release to avoid errors in logo size, placement, order details, colours, and production instructions.

*Required skills*

* Strong Adobe Illustrator skills; Photoshop/CorelDRAW knowledge is an advantage.

* Experience in vector artwork, print separations, garment decoration, promotional products, or apparel production.

* Understanding of screen printing, DTF, embroidery/digitizing, and laser-cut production requirements.

* Strong attention to detail, file organisation, and ability to work with multiple orders under deadlines.

* Good written communication for clear production notes and proof instructions.

*Preferred experience*

* 1-3 years in a print shop, promotional products company, apparel decoration business, signage, or production-art environment.

* Familiarity with EMB/DST files and embroidery run sheets is a strong advantage.

Pay: ₹12,391.53 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person