Production Art Technician — Conover, NC

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Founded in 1961, Twin City Knitting (6bF) is an American manufacturer proudly rooted in the foothills of North Carolina. For more than 60 years, we've produced high-quality athletic socks worn by athletes across the country.

We're looking for a creative, detail-oriented individual to join our Production Art team!

Do you enjoy drawing, creating digital artwork, or working with pixel art? Whether you've developed your artistic skills professionally or simply enjoy drawing as a hobby, we'd love to hear from you.

This isn't your typical graphic design position. Our Production Art team takes customer logos, original artwork, and creative ideas and transforms them into detailed, pixel-based designs that can be knitted directly into our socks.

A large part of this role involves working with individual pixels, recreating artwork, and making detailed adjustments to designs. If you're someone who enjoys drawing, has patience for detailed creative work, and likes seeing your artwork become a finished product, this could be a great fit!

What you'll be doing:

• Create and recreate customer logos, artwork, and designs using pixel-based and bitmap artwork.

• Convert artwork into digital patterns that can be used by our knitting machines.

• Work with individual pixels, colors, and patterns to ensure designs are accurate and production-ready.

• Use Adobe Photoshop and specialized design software to create and modify artwork.

• Assist with original illustrations, new sock designs, and creative projects.

• Develop and update pattern templates for different sock styles.

• Create 3D digital proofs and virtual mesh forms to show how designs will look on finished socks.

• Make artwork revisions based on customer requests and production needs.

• Organize and maintain digital artwork, design files, and production records.

• Attach artwork and pattern information to knitting tickets and update order statuses in our NAV system.

• Prepare artwork and patterns for outside knitting partners.

• Work closely with other departments to ensure designs are accurate and ready for production.

• Occasionally assist with demonstrations of our artwork process.

What we are looking for?

We're not necessarily looking for someone with years of professional design experience. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys creating artwork, has strong attention to detail, and is excited to learn something new.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.

• Drawing or illustration skills, whether developed professionally, through school, or as a personal hobby.

• A genuine interest in pixel art and detailed digital artwork.

• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and basic computer applications, including Microsoft Office.

• Ability to recreate logos, illustrations, and designs accurately.

• Strong attention to detail, especially when working with colors, patterns, and small design elements.

• Patience and the ability to focus on detailed artwork for extended periods.

• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects.

• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, and meet deadlines.

• Strong communication skills and willingness to work as part of a team.

• Basic math and reading comprehension skills.

• Flexibility to work overtime during busy seasons when needed.

Experience That Would Be a Plus:

• Previous experience creating pixel art, bitmap artwork, or digital illustrations.

• A personal art portfolio, sketchbook, or examples of original drawings.

• Experience with textile design, pattern creation, or other production-based artwork.

• Familiarity with digital design software beyond Photoshop.

You do not need previous experience in sock manufacturing or specialized knitting software. We're happy to train the right person!

Why 6bF?

At 6bF, you'll have the opportunity to develop specialized artistic skills while seeing your designs become real products worn by athletes across the country.

We offer a stable, team-oriented work environment, opportunities to learn, and a company that takes pride in the products we create and the people who make them.

If you love drawing, enjoy detailed creative work, and are interested in learning how pixel art becomes part of the manufacturing process, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and join the 6bF team!