JOB OPPORTUNITIES with Papertree Studio

DESIGN ASSISTANT
Papertree Studio is seeking a creative, dedicated and meticulous individual to work directly with our team on a freelance, as-needed basis. Papertree Studio is a custom stationery boutique and design studio offering beautifully created paper goods including wedding invitations, stationery, graphic design as well as some printing services. If you are creative, have excellent attention to detail and are interested in stationery design please send your resume along with your portfolio.

Qualifications:

  • Degree in Graphic Design with skills in illustration and layout design

  • Must have experience working with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and the Mac platform

  • 1-2 years of experience in Graphic or Stationery Design

  • Knowledge of wedding etiquette and proper grammar

  • Exceptional understanding of typography, composition and color

  • Experience with prepping files for press, the difference in paper stock and printing methods

  • Eager to learn all steps of the production process (comps to show clients, pre-press, printing/cutting/assembly)

  • Able to work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines

  • Must display superior attention to detail, time management and be highly organized

  • Must have excellent communication skills, not be afraid to ask questions and can take constructive critiques

  • Social media management

  • Checking address lists for errors

  • Packing of orders and preparation of packages for shipping

  • Creating sample packs for inquiries

  • Updating calendar with client timelines

    Running errands, dropping/delivering jobs to planners and mailing invitations for clients

    Benefits and Salary:

  • Hours: 10-20/week, will differ depending on time of year

  • Position: Freelance Design Assistant As-Needed Basis, possibility for more hours over time

  • Needed on-site in the South Jersey studio (NOT PHILADELPHIA, do not apply if you cannot come to our South Jersey location); flexible schedule

  • Some work can be done offsite

  • Must have a car and be able to travel to South Jersey and Philadelphia (Philadelphia is for consultations when needed)

  • Freelance position. No benefits. Wage based on experience.

To Apply:
Please submit your cover letter, resume, and portfolio link to Christy at Papertree Studio at hello@papertreestudio.net.

No drop-ins or phone calls. We are a working studio and will review resumes and portfolios and get back to you via email to set up a phone call and/or in-person interview if you meet the above criteria and we feel you are a good fit. Applicants will only be considered with an online portfolio or submission of samples of their work with their resume.

**If you spell stationery incorrectly you will not be considered, attention to detail is a must…