Graphic Designer; Production Focus

Position: Graphic Designer (Production Focus) About RMSHeadquartered in North Andover, Massachusetts, RMS International (USA) is a toy manufacturer, creating and marketing highly trending products that excite children around the world, giving them an amazing experience at affordable prices. Our goals are simple: Use your imagination, be creative at an unbelievable value!Role Overview The Graphic Designer is responsible for executing high-volume, production-focused graphic design and packaging assets across multiple product lines and retail partners. This role is heavily focused on production accuracy, file preparation, and speed-to-market, ensuring all deliverables meet brand standards, technical specifications, and compliance requirements.This position partners closely with Art Direction and Product Development to translate approved concepts into production-ready assets at scale, managing multiple SKUs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate is process-driven, detail-obsessed, and thrives in executional design rather than concept development.Key Responsibilities & ExpectationsAssist the production lifecycle of assigned SKUs from approved concept through final print-ready releasePrepare files for print, including dielines, color corrections, bleeds, and spot colorsExecute high-volume production artwork for retail packaging, displays, inserts, and e-commerce assets with precision and consistencyOrganize and manage digital assets, ensuring files are accurate, labeled, and archived properlyAdapt and version existing designs across multiple SKUs, retailers, and formats efficientlyOccasionally assist with mockups, presentations, and concept boards for line reviews and buyer meetingsEnsure all files meet retailer, vendor, and international compliance requirements prior to releaseMaintain and apply RMS design systems, workflows, and production standardsEnsure all artwork meets quality, safety, and compliance standardsMaintain brand consistency across multiple product lines, SKUs, and retailersOrganize, label, archive, and manage digital assets with accuracy and consistencyWork within established creative direction to execute production assets rather than leading initial concept developmentCollaborate cross-functionally with Art Directors, peers, Sales, Product Development, and SourcingManage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and quality standardsPrepare accurate production files and oversee revisions through final approvalParticipate in creative reviews, primarily to align on execution and feasibility of productionIdentify and resolve production issues proactively, including file errors, dieline challenges, and print constraintsDemonstrate professionalism, accountability, proactive communication, and adaptabilitySupport Junior Designers through mentorship, guidance, and collaborationContribute to a positive, collaborative team cultureQualificationsBachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field1–2 years of relevant role or industry experienceExperience in production design, packaging execution, or high-volume asset creation strongly preferredDesign & Execution FocusStrong ability to execute and adapt existing creative across multiple formats and SKUsComfort working within established brand systems rather than building concepts from scratchConfident typography, color, and layout decisions across multiple SKUsAbility to prioritize accuracy, consistency, and efficiency over exploratory designStrong awareness of current and emerging design and retail trendsAbility to balance trend-forward design with commercial viabilityTechnical & Production ExpertiseAdvanced proficiency in Adobe Creative SuiteExpertise in print-ready packaging files, including bleeds, dielines, and spot colorsAbility to manage and adapt complex dielines and packaging structuresSolid understanding of prepress, print production, and vendor requirementsExperience designing for mass retail environmentsFamiliarity with international packaging and multi-language layoutsStrong focus on file accuracy, version control, and production workflowsProject Management & WorkflowAbility to independently manage multiple projects and SKUs simultaneouslyStrong organizational skills and file management practicesAbility to meet fast-paced deadlines without sacrificing qualityConfident in receiving and implementing cross-functional feedbackClear communication of design rationale and creative decisionsParticipation in concept reviews and internal presentationsAbility to manage high-volume workloads with efficiency and consistencyProfessional AttributesHigh attention to detail and consistencyStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilitiesAdaptability in a rapidly changing product environmentProactive mindset focused on continuous improvementGrowing leadership presence within the design teamAbility to mentor or support Junior DesignersWhat We Offer Mission-Driven Growth: Be part of our ambitious journey to become the leading value toy company globally,…