Production Artist (Freelance)

IMAX is not your everyday entertainment experience. With over 50 years of history as a global innovator in entertainment technology, our employees and their careers have constantly gone beyond the ordinary at IMAX. We combine proprietary technology with industry-leading knowledge and relationships with top studios and filmmakers to create theatrical experiences that take audiences beyond the edge of their seats to a world they never imagined. IMAX has revolutionized the way people experience movies and continues to push the boundaries of entertainment experiences beyond blockbusters and into exciting new directions.

Come explore IMAX – where innovation, creativity and passion come together. Get inspired, get involved, and ignite your future with IMAX!

Job Description

About The Role:

IMAX Creative is looking for a skilled and dedicated freelance Production Artist to join our team, who will contribute to exciting Brand and Film projects. The ideal candidate will possess proficiency in Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign, and demonstrate the ability to work with precision, speed, and focus.

This posting is for various project-based opportunities at IMAX throughout 2025 and beyond. There may not be a current opening, please apply and submit your portfolio and any other relevant information, and we will get in touch when we're looking for experts.

What You’ll Do

• Develop master print mechanicals and digital layouts from master artwork files delivered by external partners, ensuring quality and consistency.
• Adapt files via scaling, cropping, retouching, repositioning, or eliminating defective imaging to generate quality and consistent artwork.
• Resize pre-existing key art based on various specs provided and prep print mechanical and digital-ready files. Specs can range from Bus Shelters and One Sheets to Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) badges/covers.
• Effectively communicate and understand production specifications to/from Production Managers and Art Director and Sr. Designer.
• Amend layouts and implement changes based on feedback from IMAX Creative team members including Designers and Art Director.
• Collaborate closely with Senior Designer and Art Director to ensure the approved look and feel of campaigns/artwork are implemented across various size adaptations.
• Work with Production Managers and Coordinators to deliver files for distribution.
• Package and prepare files for delivery to stakeholders, vendors and printers.
• Maintain production files, including fonts, images, logos and other artwork elements on our server.
• Ensure assignments are being completed on time and with proper naming conventions.
• Troubleshoot problems as they arise with both the creative team and the production team.
  
  

What You’ll Need

• Bachelor's degree or at least 3 years of professional experience as a production artist or design experience in relevant industries
• Stay up to date with current graphic design trends, techniques and software
• Proficient with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.)
• Experience with pre-press a plus
  
  

Compensation

31.37 - 44.00

At IMAX, you will be part of a culture built on respect – we are committed to creating a welcoming and diverse atmosphere across our organization.

For consideration, please apply online. We thank all applicants for their interest in IMAX but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

IMAX will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Change Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.