Wizards of the Coast is looking for a Senior Print Production Artist at our Skeleton Key studio to ensure the visual quality of Magic: The Gathering cards. In this role, you will bridge creative design and technical execution, crafting print-ready files and optimizing assets for production.
What You'll Do
- Collaborate with Art Directors and Graphic Designers to translate initial concepts into technically sound, production-ready assets.
- Document complex design file specifications for use across internal and external production teams.
- Review downstream production work to ensure visual fidelity and adherence to project goals.
- Actively encourage a culture of excellence and precision using established standard methodologies.
- Anticipate and proactively resolve production challenges in partnership with creative and technical teams.
- Partner with Print Operations to validate files meet stringent production specs, including color calibration, plate separation, and finishing techniques.
- Contribute to the evolution of workflow and asset management systems to improve speed, accuracy, and scalability of production.
What We're Looking For
- 6+ years of professional experience in creative production, pre-press, or print design, with demonstrated leadership in high-volume environments.
- Expert-level proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
- Deep understanding of print production requirements including color spaces, ink limits, specialty finishes, and vendor communication.
- Strong typographic and layout skills.
- Consistent track record to lead projects independently, handle competing priorities, and deliver on tight timelines.
- Experience guiding others through complex production challenges with clarity, patience, and attention to detail.
- A strategic approach with the ability to balance creative intent and technical execution.
Nice to Have
- Familiarity with Magic: The Gathering.
- Experience working in gaming, entertainment, or fantasy-adjacent creative industries.
Technical Stack
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- InDesign
Team & Environment
You will collaborate with Art Directors, Graphic Designers, Print Operations, and technical teams.
Benefits & Compensation
- Compensation: $84,300.00 to $126,500.00
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Paid Vacation & Holidays
- Generous 401(k) Match
- Paid Parental Leave
- Volunteer & Employee Giving Programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Product Discounts & More
Work Mode
This is an onsite position located in Renton, WA.
Wizards of the Coast is committed to equality of opportunity in all aspects of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, or any other legally protected status.
