Production Assistant

Accountabilities: Graphic Design and Illustration: Create, modify, and refine simple and complex graphics, illustrations, and line art for online and paper-based educational assessments. Desktop Publishing: Support the layout, formatting, and production of printed tests, supplementary documents, and other assessment materials, ensuring consistency, readability, and visual accuracy. Digital and Print Production: Prepare and optimize files for both digital and print distribution, following established technical specifications and production requirements. Document Formatting and Quality Control: Review graphics, layouts, and production files for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to project guidelines. Identify and correct formatting issues before final delivery. Team Collaboration: Work closely with production team members and other project stakeholders to complete assignments, coordinate revisions, and meet project deadlines. Proposal and Project Support: Assist with the preparation of proposals and supporting materials by developing graphics, formatting documents, and ensuring professional presentation. Workflow and Time Management: Organize assigned tasks, manage competing priorities, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced production environment. Technical Adaptation: Apply graphic design tools and desktop publishing software across different project requirements and platforms, incorporating feedback to improve the quality of deliverables. Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field. Professional Experience: Zero to two years of professional experience using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign, with a working knowledge of graphic design and production workflows. Graphic Design Software: Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign. Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Professional, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Word is also required. Illustration Skills: Experience creating scientific or technical illustrations, mathematical graphics, or other specialized visual materials is an advantage. Print and Digital Production: Understanding of file preparation, formatting, and quality requirements for both print and online publishing. Technical Adaptability: Comfort working across both PC and Mac platforms and the ability to learn new software, tools, and production procedures quickly. Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy, consistency, visual quality, and adherence to project specifications. Organization and Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and handle multiple assignments efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Communication and Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and respond constructively to feedback. Problem-Solving: Analytical thinking, initiative, and the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions independently. Motivation and Reliability: A proactive, dependable, and highly motivated approach to work, with the ability to remain focused while managing changing priorities. Portfolio and Skills Assessment: Candidates should be prepared to provide work samples or a portfolio. Selected applicants will be asked to complete an illustration task using Adobe Illustrator. Remote Work Requirements: Must reside and work within the United States and have reliable cable or fiber-optic broadband internet with minimum speeds of 10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Candidates must also be able to participate in video interviews and virtual meetings with their camera on, subject to applicable accommodations. Benefits Remote-First Work Environment: Fully remote work with flexibility to balance professional responsibilities and personal life. Home Office Support: Reimbursement to help cover the cost of setting up a remote or home office. Collaborative Culture: Opportunities to work with a supportive, inclusive team focused on producing high-quality educational assessment materials. Professional Development: Hands-on experience with graphic design, illustration, desktop publishing, and digital and print production workflows. Meaningful Impact: Contribute to educational assessment projects that support teaching, learning, and student success. Creative Growth: Develop and strengthen technical and design skills through a variety of projects and collaboration with experienced production professionals. Inclusive Workplace: Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.