Microsoft is looking for a designer/Production Artist. We offer
collaborative, multi-faceted, entrepreneurial environment with significant
career development opportunities. This exceptional opportunity requires
graphic and product design skills, production skills, excellent
communication skills and the ability to be prolific and deliver fresh and
creative designs in a fast paced environment.

Job Responsibilities

DESIGN:
-Hands-on design and illustration including product and packaging design
-Able to expeditiously execute new concepts and designs
-Strong in typography, composition and color
-Ability to identify trends in style, color and design

PRODUCTION:
-Preparation of production ready files for Packaging and collateral
-Strong illustrator skills for technical product drawings
-Strong Illustrator and photoshop skills for Sales presentations of product
and mocks
-Solid math skills for calculating measurements required for product
production files
-Accurate and detailed with ability to proof own work
-Expertise in PC based platform preferred
-Photography skills a plus

COLLABORATION:
-Work closely with Art Director on product design, trend research and
internal trend development
-Work closely with Product Development Team to develop designs within
product cost parameters
-Work with Sales on presentations, mocks and packaging.

COMPUTER:
-Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite for PC
-Expertise in Illustrator and photoshop required
-Web Design a plus

Qualities
-Highly motivated with ability to meet tight deadlines
-Organized and detailed
-Passion for product design, trends, color and typography
-Flexible and Adaptable to changing priorities
-Enjoys working in a collaborative environment