Now Brewing – associate manager, creative operations - Production Design! #tobeapartner 

From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others. 

We are looking for an innovative, forward-thinking, and highly skilled Production Designer to join our Content Innovation team. This person will be a self-motivated and open-minded candidate with strong visual design capabilities and a comprehensive understanding of how brand can express themselves across printed and digital brand ecosystem.  

As an associate manager, creative operations - Production Design, you will…  

·       Understand both design intention and production requirements, communicates concerns and questions in a thoughtful, constructive manner. 

·       Create templates and graphics files to correct specifications to ensure quality of design product for print or as delivery in a digital workspace. 

·       Participate on cross-functional teams to improve process and technical understanding. 

·       Be a passionate student of all things printed and digital media. 

·       Utilize and contribute to design systems, design templates and component libraries 

·       Have a solid understanding of design principles and best practices in printed and digital (e.g. typography, color theory, layout, information hierarchy) 

We’d love to hear from people with: 

·       Previous production experience designing across print, mobile and/or web experiences at consumer-focused brands, agencies, or color house. 

·       Experienced in deciphering and delivering artwork against technical specifications, ink/special treatments, color separations, print-ready art required 

·       Portfolio that showcases your contribution to print-ready art and/or interactive consumer facing experiences and demonstrates originality, innovation, and strong problem-solving skills. 

·       Expert level in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma. 

As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools.  Additionally, Starbucks offers 100%25 upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities.  You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement.   Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.

If you are working in CA, CO, IL, LA, ME, MA, NE, ND or RI, you will accrue vacation up to a maximum of 120 hours (190 in CA) for roles below director and 200 hours (316 in CA) for roles at director or above.  For roles in other states, you will be granted vacation time starting at 120 hours annually for roles below director and 200 hours annually for roles director and above.

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity.  At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

We believe we do our best work when we're together, which is why we're onsite four days a week.

Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!

Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.

Starbucks Coffee Company is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] or 1(888) 611-2258.