Associate Production Designer

Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine’s Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operators in the United States. Cresco is built to become the most important company in the cannabis industry by combining the most strategic geographic footprint with one of the leading distribution platforms in North America. Employing a consumer-packaged goods (“CPG”) approach to cannabis, Cresco’s house of brands is designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and includes some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, Remedi and Mindy’s, a line of edibles created by James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal. Sunnyside*, Cresco’s national dispensary brand is a wellness-focused retailer designed to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco has launched the industry’s first national comprehensive Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) initiative designed to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work in and own businesses in the cannabis industry. 

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation’s cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY 

Cresco Labs is seeking an Associate Production Designer with experience in print and digital design to join our growing in-house creative team (The Hotbox) in Chicago, IL.  The HotBox oversees all B2B and B2C creative, design, and production work across multiple channels including digital, print, social, ecommerce, in-store, loyalty and more. The Associate Production Designer will be responsible for executing a variety of print deliverables for both retail and wholesale brands including, but not limited to, in-store signage, sales sheets, leave-behinds, collateral in various sizes, large format printing for events, as well as digital assets for e-commerce and internal communications. In this position, you will work with cross-functional partners helping to build one of the strongest national footprints within the cannabis industry. The Associate Production Designer will work under the supervision of the Senior Production Designer.

CORE JOB DUTIES 

• Work closely with the Associate Director of Production Design and Senior Production Designer to carry out HotBox production projects.
• Demonstrate ability to assure brand standards are maintained by referring to and applying rules as noted brand guidelines.
• Work both independently and collaboratively with the brand and retail marketing and project management teams.
• Rebuild and modify creative layouts, taking into account print or digital specifications, including live area, color profile and more, in multiple sizes with varying state compliance requirements.
• Manage multiple projects at a time including those with quick turn arounds in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment.
• Execute appropriate creative, production and content revisions requested through the review process, checking all work against requested changes before submitting for next review.
• Exercise independent judgement, make definitive choices and problem solve.
• Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders and external business partners maintaining a high level of quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Stay abreast of industry trends. 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS  

• Up to 3 years of professional print production experience (in-house or agency)
• Portfolio demonstrating experience in corporate marketing and design
• Knowledge of production, pre-press standards, preparation of print-ready files and building files to spec
• Solid understanding of Adobe Creative Suite primarily InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat
• Experience with other industry applications including Powerpoint
• Technical knowledge in both print and digital channels
• Extreme attention to detail with knowledge of typography, color, and balance.
• Excellent organization, time management, and communication skills with ability to explain rationale behind decisions to key stake holders
• Genuine interest in and passion for the cannabis industry

BENEFITS

Cresco Labs is proud to offer eligible employees a robust offering of benefits including, major medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(K)-match program, FSA/HSA programs, LTD/STD options, life insurance and AD&D.  We also offer eligible employees paid holidays and paid time off.  Other rewards may include annual discretionary bonuses, stock options as well as participation in our employee discount program. Benefits eligibility for permanent positions may vary by full-time or part-time roles, location, or position.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry 

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.