Design and Production Specialist

• Design PETA India materials to the criteria of approved ideas and request forms and/or design briefs supplied by requestors
• Complete ad resizes for both PETA India in-house designs as we'll as designs supplied from other PETA entities for a variety of publication and outdoor media placements
• Work closely with PETA US Production team and assist with India specific components such as vector files for translations as needed
• Ensure that design projects are in line with PETA entity style and aesthetic, visually current, and in line with the relevant target audience
• Ensure all design projects are properly reviewe'd and proofed and meet organisation standards of procedures
• Conduct research required, including in-person visits, to source appropriate costume and prop-makers and execute and monitor such projects to ensure quality
• Work closely with PETA India s campaigns, digital, vernacular outreach, audio-visual, administrative and other teams as necessary
• Support PETA India partners with their production needs, as assigned
• Take proactive steps to ensure PETA India literature and other design tools are up-to-date making recommendations as necessary
• Stay informed on the latest design trends and programs
• Keep orderly design files and maintain a proper material management inventory, including literature, costumes, props and more as we'll as an archiving system for future retrieval, working with the administration team as required
• Take steps as required working with PETA India s administrative department to discard or replace worn-out materials
• Participate in brainstorming and bringing to life creative ideas for displays, props, and other visuals
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Qualifications:

• Exceptional proven creativity and a refined visual aesthetic
• Five years of experience with Adobe creative suite, including Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign and Photoshop
• Experience with printing and production techniques for digital and off-set printing
• Proven ability to understand and produce or resize advertising projects for print or outdoor outlets according to mechanical specifications
• Demonstrated ability to work through technical problems with systems, software, and files
• Set design or similar experience a plus
• Proven ability to work under pressure and prioritize jobs in order to meet tight deadlines
• Demonstrated good organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Proven ability to anticipate problems, identify opportunities, and take a proactive approach to responsibilities
• Commitment to a healthy vegan lifestyle and the objectives of the organization