Creative Design Specialist Location: Lakeland, FL, US, 33815 Requisition ID: 16569 IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sports Betting and Digital. Leveraging a wealth of compelling content, substantial investment in innovation, player insights, operational expertise, and leading-edge technology, our solutions deliver unrivaled gaming experiences that engage players and drive growth. We have a well-established local presence and relationships with governments and regulators in more than 100 countries around the world, and create value by adhering to the highest standards of service, integrity, and responsibility. IGT has approximately 10,500 employees. For more information, please visit www.igt.com (https://c212.net/c/link/?t=0&l=en&o=3466342-1&h=1955860405&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.igt.com%2F&a=www.igt.com) . **Overview** The Creative Design Specialist is responsible for the development and execution of all graphical elements related to instant ticket design, marketing materials, and production-ready files. This role requires a blend of creativity and technical expertise to ensure that designs meet client standards, manufacturing specifications, and legal guidelines. **Responsibilities** **Design Development:** + Develop design concepts based on targeted sales efforts and client requests. + Create scratch ticket designs, ticket inserts, and related marketing materials. + Ensure designs adhere to client standards, brand guidelines, legal requirements, and production specifications. **Collaboration:** + Work closely with Account Services, Sales, and Prepress teams to ensure seamless communication regarding file preparation and design adjustments. + Collaborate with other CDS’s to ensure designs are optimized for production. + Participate in special projects and assist foreign markets as needed. **File Preparation:** + Generate art pages for working papers and ticket designs according to customer specifications. + Prepare print-ready files, including ticket backs and support layers, ensuring high-quality production output. + Convert and optimize files into various formats (e.g., PSD, BMP, GIF) for different applications, adhering to digital prepress standards. **Quality Assurance:** + Review all projects to verify that required information is present and ensure compliance with manufacturing specifications. + Manually edit and refine bitmap files for quality and consistency. + Ensure artwork is press-ready and meets all technical requirements for the manufacturing process. **Technical Knowledge:** + Maintain expert-level knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop. + Ensure familiarity with digital printing methods, page imposition, and print layouts. + Gain proficiency in tools like ESKO Automated Engineer and other relevant production software **Qualifications** **Experience Required** (years of experience, specific industry or previous job experience requirements) + 2-7 years of experience in graphic design, digital printing, prepress, or related fields, depending on level. + Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop) is essential. + Knowledge of digital prepress operations, print layouts, and printing methods is preferred. **Skills Required** + Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, with a strong emphasis on Adobe Illustrator. + Competency in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Word, Excel, and Outlook. + Strong attention to detail with the ability to follow complex processes and procedures related to department operations. + Positive attitude, good written, and verbal communication skills. **Preferred Education, Experience or Skills** (preferred degree(s), software, experience, equipment, etc) + Bachelor’s degree in a related field is a plus. + Knowledge of page imposition, digital printing methods, print layouts, and related print procedures is preferred. + Familiarity with press or printing operations is preferred. + Experience or ability to learn ESKO Automated Engineer **Keys to Success** • Building collaborative relationships • Decision making • Drive results • Foster innovation • Personal energy • Self-leadership \#LI-BK1 _IGT is committed to sustaining a workforce that reflects the diversity of the global customers and communities we serve, creating a fair and inclusive culture that enables all our employees to feel valued, respected and engaged. IGT is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, and any other personal attributes protected by federal, state, or other laws. We thank all applicants for applying; however, only those selected to interview will be contacted._ _At IGT, we consider a wide range of factors in determining compensation, including background, skills, experience, and work location. These factors can cause your compensation to vary. The estimated starting compensation range is $33,800- $85,176. The actual pay offered may end up being higher or lower. The Company will comply with all local pay requirements and collective bargaining agreements, where applicable._ _Base pay is only one part of our Total Rewards program. Sales roles may be eligible for commission payments, while other roles are eligible for discretionary bonuses . In addition, we offer employees a 401(k) Savings Plan with Company contributions, health, dental, and vision insurance, life, accident, and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, wellness programs, and identity theft insurance. Note: programs are subject to eligibility requirements._ _All IGT employees have a role in information security. Annual training will be assigned and required as appropriate._ _IGT (NYSE: IGT) is the global leader in gaming. For more information, please visit_ _www.igt.com_ _._