Design Integration Specialist

SGX, part of the Propelis Group, brings together more than 150 years of combined experience from SGS&Co and SGK, forming a powerhouse in packaging graphics, prepress, and print production. We offer a full suite of solutions, including artwork and file preparation, plate and cylinder production, and metal deco services, supported by advanced technology and a global footprint.

position Summary

The purpose of this role is to bring a print feasibility perspective to packaging design development and execution collaborating onsite with our client’s design management and agency teams. This role is required to be 4 days per week (Mon-Thurs) onsite at client’s offices in midtown NYC; Friday may be remote.

Execution and Protection of Design Intent:
Understand and support brand design strategy

• Bring a print technical perspective to the design development process
• Consult on print feasibility during the design phase and initiate print feasibility calls with extended partners
• Initiate process of color development (loose color pre-artwork) and color targets

Information Sharing and Process Coordination:
Coordinate information sharing between Design Execution Manager and Design Manager related to design print logistics.

• Keep the Design Manager informed on all relevant project-related activities.
• Proactively follow up with the Design Manager on any production-related questions or suggestions for upcoming projects.
• Execute against defined timing, understanding priorities and raising any concerns or issues along the process.

Print Feasibility and Execution:
Confirm printer details referencing history, onsite knowledge, and Design Execution Manager

• Oversee color target development to protect Design Intent, working with the design team to propose and conduct print-feasible comp exploratories.
• Coordinate Color Target Reviews with the Design Manager for approval as needed.
• Organize print feasibility meetings for all project types.
• Attend Pre-Production Calls with Printers as needed.
• Provide guidance to Artwork Providers and Design Execution Manager during adaptation development as needed.
• Work with Artwork Provider on coordinating Print Trials and Press Runs, potentially attending should that be required.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
With a basic appreciation of the roles of cross-functional partners, address key questions or challenges from a design feasibility perspective.

• Offer suggestions, make recommendations, explore ideas and considerations with key stakeholders to push the work towards the best representation of the design intent.
• Reflect on past projects, catalog learnings, and prevent future mistakes by seeking out process improvements and best practices.

Personal Qualities:
Excellent listening and communication skills to ensure clarity across a broad team of stakeholders.

• Able to work effectively in a fast-paced, sometimes pressured environment, with multiple stakeholders, complex workflows, and critical timing.
• Natural curiosity to explore new routes, striving for innovative solutions to complex problems.
• Openness to feedback and ability to adjust working style to fit the needs of the client.
• Exercise diplomacy and discretion, supporting effective collaboration.
• Positive attitude, team mentality, eager to learn.

Educational & Experience Minimum Requirements

This position requires the following knowledge and skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphics, Marketing, or related field
• 3+ years of experience working with clients in an agency role
• Experience in pre-press, packaging or other related industry preferred

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The following physical requirements are commonly performed in this job. There are times, on occasion, when the employee may be asked or expected to perform duties with physical requirements that are different from those listed here. It is the employee’s duty to notify the management of any physical limitations or inability to perform a certain task.

• Regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
• Frequently required to stand; walk and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Vision, color vision and ability to adjust focus.

Travel Requirements

Minimal to occasional travel

Supplementary Information

This description is based upon management’s assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared or revised. It is a general guideline for managers and colleagues. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Management reserves the right on a temporary or indefinite basis to modify as necessary to meet changing business conditions.

About Propelis: Propelis is a portfolio of global marketing services and technology companies with a combined legacy of 150+ years, 2,000+ clients, 9,000 employees, and operations across 30 countries. Propelis provides the scale and support of a global organization while preserving the unique culture and identity of each company in its portfolio.

For more information visit: www.SGXgraphics.com

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Supplementary Information:

This description is based upon management’s assessment of the requirements and functions of the job as of the date this description was prepared or revised. It is a general guideline for managers and colleagues. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Management reserves the right on a temporary or indefinite basis to modify as necessary to meet changing business conditions.

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. The U.S. pay range for this position is $97,000 USD – $107,000 USD annually. Ultimately, in determining pay, we will consider the successful candidate’s location, experience, and other job-related factors.
Group benefits currently include a selection of health care plans with prescription drug coverage, dental plan, vision plan, basic and supplemental life insurance, a flexible spending account for medical and dependent care expenses or a health savings account based on plan selection, short/long term disability and 401(k) Savings Plan.

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Bachelors (required)

3 years: Years of experience working with clients in an agency role (required)
Experience in pre-press, packaging or other related industry preferred. (preferred)