Technical Illustrator

Description

Technical Illustrator • Freelance/Temp

Lakeshore Learning Materials is one of the premier manufacturers of educational materials for early learning environments and elementary programs around the country. A multi-channel distributor with a dedicated sales division, plus catalogs, websites and over 50 store locations nationwide, Lakeshore is a multimillion-dollar company that has experienced continuous growth since its inception in 1954.

Our fast-paced Art Department located at the company’s Carson headquarters is seeking freelance technical illustrators to work onsite as we create innovative designs and illustrations for our products and product packaging. Ideal candidates will prepare blue line sketches and convert them into highly detailed 2-D and 3-D vector illustrations. Final illustrations can include schematic, perspective, orthographic, oblique-angle or exploded views to depict functionality, scale, and assembly-sequence of parts. Renderings must incorporate shading and/or color to emphasize details.

We’re looking for motivated self-starters who possess a high degree of personal accountability, a clear sense of ownership, and the ability to adapt to change quickly in a deadline-driven environment. Collaboration is a hallmark of product development at Lakeshore, so strong communication skills and the ability to convey design ideas are key to success. If this sounds like you, contact us right away!


Requirements:
· Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite and/or other vector-based software programs
· Exceptional technical drawing skills*
*Mandatory skills testing applies
· Ability to build technically sound files quickly and according to established guidelines
· Solid understanding of printing and production processes
· Excellent project management and communication skills with the confidence to ask questions
· Flexibility in schedule in order to meet hard deadlines
· Minimum 2 years professional experience

Education/toy/child entertainment industry experience preferred

This is your chance to work with a talented staff in a fun, high-energy environment! Please include a web link or PDF of your portfolio. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer