Production Artist Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Production Artist includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Working with product managers to refine design specifications and collaborating with art directors, designers, and developers.
  • Reviewing graphics, layouts, and fonts before designs are completed.
  • Using editing software to finalize designs.
  • Cataloging produced images and graphics for future projects.
  • Following up with clients to ensure their expectations have been met.
  • Keeping up-to-date with graphic design trends, techniques, and software.
  • Suggesting and making improvements to images and image quality in print and digital formats.
  • Preparing press-ready files based on the supplied specifications.
  • Following development timelines to ensure projects are completed on time.
  • Troubleshooting any problems with the design team and the printer.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Production Artist duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Production Artist roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.