***This job is currently closed as of 06/28/2021***

Job details:

Job Type: Full-time, fully remote, flexible hours
Base Compensation:  $65-80K per year, fully paid healthcare benefits.

About the Role
The Lead Artist’s role is to manage creative projects, ensuring they meet clients’  requirements. Your role will be to take on designs during the final stages of  development to ensure accuracy and prepare them for print or digital publication.  To be successful in this position, you should combine strong creative and technical  skills to format various images and illustrations. You should also have an eye for  detail and project management experience. Ultimately, you will ensure our print  and digital designs meet high quality standards. 

Dual Wield Studio does not support AI-generated art/work. Any applicants must be aware that we expect all art/work to be original efforts created by the applicant.

Lead Artist Primary Job Functions:

•  Liaising with product design leaders define design requirements
•  Reviewing graphics, layouts and fonts before products are completed 
•  Finalizing designs using image editing software

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Liaise with product managers to define design requirements
• Review graphics, layouts and fonts before products are completed
• Finalize designs using image editing software 
•  Retouch images to improve quality both in print and digital formats
• Suggest and apply image improvements, like creating gradients and layers 
• Manage prepress process for print files 
•  Follow deadlines to ensure timely publications 
•  Archive produced images and graphics 
•  Follow up with clients to ensure their requirements are met 
•  Keep up-to-date with trends in graphic design techniques and software 
• Additional tasks as needed to ensure business continuity 

Requirements:

•  Proven work experience as an Artist, Graphic Designer or similar role
• Portfolio of completed graphic designs and creative projects
• Solid knowledge of the printing process tools (e.g. Adobe InDesign and  QuarkXPress) 
•  Hands-on experience with graphic design software and image editing tools  (e.g. Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator) '
•  Basic knowledge of HTML and web development systems
• An ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Creativity skills with attention to detail
• BSc degree in Visual Arts or relevant field
  

Nice To Have:

• Additional qualification in Graphic Design is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times, but not often. 
• Travel may be requested but Dual Wield Studio does not have any plans to do in-person events (or have an in-person office) while the pandemic is in effect. 
  

States we can hire remotely from:
California, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, North Carolina, New Jersey, Texas, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin.

At Dual Wield Studio, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable. If you are interested in this position but discover that your past experience doesn't precisely match all the required qualifications, yet you observe significant overlaps with your accomplishments, we warmly encourage you to apply. Your ideal role might be closer than you think!

Compensation and Benefits:

Health Insurance: We offer a robust health insurance plan that covers medical, dental, and vision expenses for you and your eligible dependents. 

401(k) Plan: You will have the opportunity to contribute to a 401(k) retirement savings plan, with a company matching program to help you build financial security for your future.

Profit Sharing Program: We believe in recognizing and rewarding the hard work and dedication of our employees. As part of our commitment to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment, we offer a comprehensive profit sharing plan that allows you to share in the company's success. 

Bonuses: Two yearly bonuses are paid out to the entire team based on profits earned. 

Vacation and Personal Time: We understand the importance of work-life balance. You will be entitled to paid vacation, sick time, and a number of time off programs for various life events. 

Holidays: We observe a comprehensive list of paid holidays to allow you to spend quality time with your loved ones and celebrate special occasions. 

Flexible Work Arrangements: We offer flexible work arrangements, including options for remote work and flexible hours, to accommodate personal and family needs.

Dual Wield Studio LLC is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment  without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation,  gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information.

Dual Wield Studio LLC is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and  reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its  services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact management.

This is a fully remote position.

About Dual Wield Studio

Our Mission:

We believe in the transformative power of fandom and the passion of fans as a creative force to create high-quality merchandise.

Our Values:

• Compassion above all else
  • Respect the time, well-being, expertise, and limits of our team and the folks we work with.
• Direct but not unkind
  • Approach with good intent extended to all involved and feel empowered to speak up. 
• Act in service of fandom
  • Look to fandom wants and needs for guidance; champion equitable inclusion and stay true to what we identify with and understand as fans ourselves.
• Prioritize sustainability
  • Make treasure, not trash. Seek sustainability in process, compensation, materials, methods, testing, partnerships, and beyond.
• Solutions-oriented while striving for excellence
  • Consider each challenge with the aim to act while striving for your best to set yourself and others up for ongoing success.