General Position Summary

Wieden+Kennedy believes that each team member makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities outlined in a job description. Therefore, this job description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the employee or the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each team member will offer their services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors and to pursue individual career growth.

The Design Resident works in conjunction with the Creative Manager, Retoucher and Creative department to produce accurate comps and mechanicals for printed work that adheres to the high quality standards of Wieden+Kennedy.

Major Responsibilities/Primary Functions

Works closely with Art Director to bring creative team’s visual concept to life on comps and mechanicals using design and typography skills including designing type layout, fitting body copy and kerning
Uses various techniques including performing image searches and scans, digital photography, image manipulation, hand trimming, mounting, sketching and drawing for comp work, new business pitches and various other projects
Designs and executes brochures, booklets, outdoor, spectaculars, p.o.p’s, direct mail, leave behinds, ad kits, logos, TV titles and graphics; creates design extensions for campaigns as requested
Builds detailed mechanicals for print, OOH and collateral to W+K quality standards
Prepares final digital files and proofs to be sent to printer and publications (links hi-res files to mechanical, outputs kodak proofs, collects files for output, rips mechanical files per publication specification, quality controls digital files, burns and labels CDs)
Organizes and archives files on studio server per studio guidelines
Outputs final reprints on Epson proofer per account needs
Gathers materials for award show competition entries
Prioritizes workflow effectively; accurately fills out timesheet by appropriate client job number

Qualifications, Distinguishing Characteristics and Special Requirements

Knowledge/experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Acrobat)
Working knowledge of HTML, Flash, After Effects, WebNative, MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel is desired
Must be able to use appropriate terminologies and language to accurately convey changes or direction in concept or design
Ability to use experience, resources, and interact and collaborate with other departments within the agency to solve problems
A demonstrated track record of gaining trust and respect by consistently demonstrating sound creative, strategic, and analytical thinking skills, while maintaining composure in stressful situations
Exceptional attention to detail, multi-tasking, initiative and follow through skills
Effectively communicates and works well in a team environment
Some evening and weekend work may be required