Production Artist

Overview

Great 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!

The Production 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and format artwork for screen printing, heat seal, and DTF production using Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
• Create and refine color separations, including spot colors, under bases/underlays, and channel separations
• Convert 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 accuracy
• Develop and update mockups and revisions for client and brand approvals
• Maintain organized digital file structures aligned with active production jobs
• Ensure artwork is optimized for real press capabilities and garment limitations
• Collaborate with the R&D team to support artwork modifications during sampling and development
• Output and print films for large-format, all-over print (AOP), or jumbo designs
• Communicate with customers as needed to clarify concepts, revisions, or artwork requirements
• Download and manage artwork files from various file-sharing systems such as WeTransfer, Box, and SharePoint

Qualifications

• 3-5 years experience in apparel decoration, screen printing, sign shops, or promotional products
• Detail-oriented with the proven ability to prepare and deliver production-ready artwork files
• Familiarity with spot color workflows and Pantone (PMS) color matching systems
• Strong time management skills: able to handle multiple projects & deadlines simultaneously with quick-turn production schedules in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with a strong focus on vector-based artwork and separations in Illustrator & image editing and raster preparation in Photoshop
• Solid understanding of vector artwork principles and image resolution standards (300 DPI for print)
• Willing to adjust schedule as needed during peak production periods

At Foot Locker, we value innovation, authenticity, and integrity in all that we do. To uphold the security and fairness of our hiring process, we ask that candidates refrain from using AI tools, including ChatGPT, during interviews and assessments. To ensure a smooth and secure experience, please review the following guidelines:

• Cameras must be on for all virtual interviews.
• AI tools are strictly prohibited during interviews or assessments.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we work together to create a transparent and equitable hiring experience.

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Benefits

The 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 Discount
• Paid Time Off
• Medical | Dental | Vision Coverage
• 401(k) | Roth 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Opportunities for Advancement
• Tuition Reimbursement for Qualified Courses
• Strong Company Culture
• Employee Resource Groups