Production Assistant

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Production Assistant based in the United States. The Production Assistant will support the development and production of high-quality educational assessment materials for both online and print-based testing programs. This role combines graphic design, illustration, and desktop publishing to create clear, accurate, and visually engaging testing content. You will collaborate with production specialists to develop and modify graphics, line art illustrations, and supporting documents for a variety of educational projects. The position offers an opportunity to apply your creative and technical skills while contributing to the quality and accessibility of assessment materials. Working in a collaborative, remote-first environment, you will help ensure that all deliverables meet established design and production standards. This opportunity is well suited to an organized, detail-oriented professional who enjoys solving problems and managing multiple tasks in a fast-paced setting. The position is fully remote, with candidates required to live and work within the United States.

Graphic Design and Illustration: Create, modify, and refine simple and complex graphics, illustrations, and line art for online and paper-based educational assessments. Desktop Publishing: Support the layout, formatting, and production of printed tests, supplementary documents, and other assessment materials, ensuring consistency, readability, and visual accuracy. Digital and Print Production: Prepare and optimize files for both digital and print distribution, following established technical specifications and production requirements. Document Formatting and Quality Control: Review graphics, layouts, and production files for accuracy, consistency, and adherence to project guidelines. Identify and correct formatting issues before final delivery. Team Collaboration: Work closely with production team members and other project stakeholders to complete assignments, coordinate revisions, and meet project deadlines. Proposal and Project Support: Assist with the preparation of proposals and supporting materials by developing graphics, formatting documents, and ensuring professional presentation. Workflow and Time Management: Organize assigned tasks, manage competing priorities, and maintain productivity in a fast-paced production environment. Technical Adaptation: Apply graphic design tools and desktop publishing software across different project requirements and platforms, incorporating feedback to improve the quality of deliverables. Requirements Education: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field. Professional Experience: Zero to two years of professional experience using Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign, with a working knowledge of graphic design and production workflows. Graphic Design Software: Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator and Adobe InDesign. Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat Professional, Adobe Photoshop, and Microsoft Word is also required. Illustration Skills: Experience creating scientific or technical illustrations, mathematical graphics, or other specialized visual materials is an advantage. Print and Digital Production: Understanding of file preparation, formatting, and quality requirements for both print and online publishing. Technical Adaptability: Comfort working across both PC and Mac platforms and the ability to learn new software, tools, and production procedures quickly. Attention to Detail: Strong focus on accuracy, consistency, visual quality, and adherence to project specifications. Organization and Time Management: Ability to prioritize tasks, manage deadlines, and handle multiple assignments efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Communication and Collaboration: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with colleagues and respond constructively to feedback. Problem-Solving: Analytical thinking, initiative, and the ability to identify issues and develop practical solutions independently. Motivation and Reliability: A proactive, dependable, and highly motivated approach to work, with the ability to remain focused while managing changing priorities. Portfolio and Skills Assessment: Candidates should be prepared to provide work samples or a portfolio. Selected applicants will be asked to complete an illustration task using Adobe Illustrator. Remote Work Requirements: Must reside and work within the United States and have reliable cable or fiber-optic broadband internet with minimum speeds of 10 Mbps download and 5 Mbps upload. Candidates must also be able to participate in video interviews and virtual meetings with their camera on, subject to applicable accommodations. Benefits Remote-First Work Environment: Fully remote work with flexibility to balance professional responsibilities and personal life. Home Office Support: Reimbursement to help cover the cost of setting up a remote or home office. Collaborative Culture: Opportunities to work with a supportive, inclusive team focused on producing high-quality educational assessment materials. Professional Development: Hands-on experience with graphic design, illustration, desktop publishing, and digital and print production workflows. Meaningful Impact: Contribute to educational assessment projects that support teaching, learning, and student success. Creative Growth: Develop and strengthen technical and design skills through a variety of projects and collaboration with experienced production professionals. Inclusive Workplace: Equal employment opportunities and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.