Production Artist

OverviewGreat brands reflect culture. The best ones help shape it. At Foot Locker, we’re rooted in sport, powered by style, and driven by the communities that move both. From Foot Locker and Kids Foot Locker to Champs Sports, WSS, and atmos, our brands sit at the intersection of sport, style, and self-expression.As part of the DICK’S Sporting Goods family, you’re backed by the resources, reach, and career opportunities of a world-class sports company. That unleashes Foot Locker to keep pushing forward with the agility and edge that define the brand. We’re looking for great people who want to influence culture and the generation that is shaping what’s next.Whether you’re building strategy, shaping innovations, or creating unforgettable customer moments, you’ll contribute to decisions and experiences that define our brands’ impact in the communities we serve.Come change the game with us. Apply today!Production ArtistProduction Artist is responsible for preparing and optimizing artwork for apparel screen printing production. In this role, you will bridge the gap between creative design and manufacturing by ensuring all graphics are accurate, print-ready, and aligned with shop capabilities and client specifications. Working closely with sales, designers, and production, you will convert customer-supplied or in-house designs into clean, separable artwork suitable for high-quality screen printing on garments.ResponsibilitiesPrepare and format artwork for screen printing, heat seal, and DTF production using Adobe Illustrator and PhotoshopCreate and refine color separations, including spot colors, under bases/underlays, and channel separationsConvert customer and internal artwork into production-ready files (outline fonts, clean vectors, correct color modes)Review and proof artwork specifications for size, placement, and color accuracyDevelop and update mockups and revisions for client and brand approvalsMaintain organized digital file structures aligned with active production jobsEnsure artwork is optimized for real press capabilities and garment limitationsCollaborate with the R&D team to support artwork modifications during sampling and developmentOutput and print films for large-format, all-over print (AOP), or jumbo designsCommunicate with customers as needed to clarify concepts, revisions, or artwork requirementsDownload and manage artwork files from various file-sharing systems such as WeTransfer, Box, and Share Point Qualifications3-5 years experience in apparel decoration, screen printing, sign shops, or promotional productsDetail-oriented with the proven ability to prepare and deliver production-ready artwork filesFamiliarity with spot color workflows and Pantone (PMS) color matching systemsStrong time management skills: able to handle multiple projects & deadlines simultaneously with quick-turn production schedules in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with a strong focus on vector-based artwork and separations in Illustrator & image editing and raster preparation in PhotoshopSolid understanding of vector artwork principles and image resolution standards (300 DPI for print)Willing to adjust schedule as needed during peak production periodsBenefitsThe hourly rate for this position ranges from $25.00- $30.00 per hour. This range represents the anticipated low and high end of the compensation for this position. Pay will be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Pay is one component of the Foot Locker, Inc. total compensation package, which includes the below.Employee DiscountPaid Time OffMedical | Dental | Vision Coverage401(k) | Roth 401(k)Life InsuranceFlexible Spending AccountOpportunities for Advancement Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified CoursesStrong Company CultureEmployee Resource Groups#J-18808-Ljbffr