Print Production Manager oversees the competitive bid and negotiation process with vendors and suppliers that perform print jobs for direct mail, seasonal promotions, sales collateral, and other printed media. Approves print production priorities and schedules, print specifications, and budgets. Being a Print Production Manager advises internal clients on printing projects and recommends cost effective options. Grants final approval on all artwork, copy, formats, mock-ups, and proofs. Additionally, Print Production Manager manages relations with vendors and internal clients. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Print Production Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Print Production Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Title: Marketing Production Assistant
Reports To: Marketing Production Supervisor > Marketing Manager
Summary of Position:
Under the direction of the Production Supervisor, the Production Assistant will assist the marketing department with the completion of jobs and projects in the department. Production requirements will be accomplished by scheduling and expediting jobs, meeting deadlines and moving approved projects to traffic. The Production Assistant will also produce projects while monitoring production levels. Additional responsibilities include creating and follow-thru of purchase and receiving orders (from inception to completion) for marketing department.
Responsible for maintaining monthly spreadsheet of all project requests and purchase orders, through receipt of the invoice to completion of project. Production Assistant will help with any special events, promotions, or concerts as needed.
Distribution of communications pieces from marketing department (posters, duratrans, mailers, newsletters, etc.) is an additional essential duty. Including accuracy and timeliness of promotional material distributed and posted at properties. Other special projects and duties that are assigned as needed for the business.
This position has no supervisor responsibilities.
To perform this job successfully, and individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Must have basic knowledge of Macintosh and PC computers and popular graphics industry software including but not limited to Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, the Microsoft Office Suite and similar programs. Must be able to maximize input and output devices such as printers, digital signage, and other peripherals and send/receive materials via the internet.
Must have excellent project management and communication skills. Ability to work in a fast- paced, deadline driven environment.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to walk and sit. Occasionally, the employee will be required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl, and to talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is loud. The team member will be exposed to a second-hand smoke environment.