Production Designer

Production Designer – Whisker

At Whisker, we’re on a mission to make life with your pets endlessly better. As the makers of Litter‑Robot, Feeder‑Robot, and , we’re leading the pack in pet tech and pet accessories—creating smarter, cleaner, and more thoughtful solutions for pet parents everywhere. We work onsite 4+ days a week, with our team based in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

The Production Designer will transform creative concepts into production‑ready materials, ensuring accuracy, brand consistency, and high‑quality execution across multiple platforms. You will craft engaging visuals that connect pet parents to smarter, happier living, and play a key role in bringing ideas to life for a forward‑thinking pet‑tech company.

• Translates design concepts into production‑ready files for print, digital, and environmental assets
• Ensures all creative materials align with brand standards and technical specifications
• Supports the creative team with layout adjustments, versioning, and resizing of assets as needed
• Collaborates closely with creative teams, marketers, and vendors to deliver accurate, on‑time materials
• Conducts QA checks, troubleshoots design issues, and prepares files for various outputs
• Manages multiple projects, files, and versions simultaneously, balancing deadlines and attention to detail
• Maintains organized file systems and documentation for efficient workflows
• Will perform additional responsibilities when required

• BA/BS in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field, and / or equivalent years of experience
• 5‑10+ years of experience as a production designer, graphic designer, or in a related design/production role
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop) and knowledge of digital/print production processes
• Strong eye for detail, accuracy, typography, and layout design
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Knowledge of prepress, file setup, and vendor communication
• Maintains confidentiality of proprietary information
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with team members and colleagues
• Comfortable with office pets (cats, dogs)

• Premium Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Whisker Parents Program
• 1 day “pawternity” leave for new pet adoption
• Pet Insurance Discount
• 401K match
• Flexible spending accounts
• Company‑paid short‑term disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off
• 14 Paid Holidays
• Top‑of‑the‑line equipment
• Pet‑friendly office
• Whisker products and swag
• Continuing education support
• On‑site gym with Peloton
• Referral program

We believe different perspectives make Whisker better and strive to create a place where everyone has equal opportunities to thrive.

Senior Level: Mid‑Senior |

Employment Type:

Full‑time |

Location:

Auburn Hills, MI