Manager Graphics Production

About Us As part of The Freeman Company, Event & Exhibit Services designs and delivers unforgettable moments that create a bond between audiences and our clients. It’s just one reason why we’re the leader in live events. Summary Responsible for day-to-day production within the Graphics Department. Manage, motivate, and support the staff daily, applying a team approach and maintaining open communication. Lead the graphics production team by fostering a culture of creativity and innovation, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives. Oversee resource allocation and utilization to ensure optimal productivity and cost-effectiveness, while implementing systems to track project progress and maintain rigorous quality control standards. Develop and implement training programs to enhance team skills, providing mentorship and fostering a supportive environment for professional growth. Stay abreast of advancements in graphic design technology, integrating new tools into the workflow to ensure high-quality and efficient deliverables. Promote and maintain a strong safety culture by ensuring compliance with all safety policies and regulations, holding self and team accountable, actively communicating safety expectations, and supporting continuous improvement in safety practices. This position will support our Event & Exhibit Services team. The position follows an in-person schedule working full-time in-office and/or show-site based out of Anaheim, CA. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Works with Director Graphics Production to develop and maintain consistent processes and procedures for branch graphic production. Assists with staff scheduling as needed. Develops best practices/policies for graphic production. Assists with graphic production to maintain appropriate service levels. Maintains adequate material inventories for production needs. Reviews quality of products to ensure quality service levels. Monitors and reports measurable service quality improvements or lack thereof, and reports findings to management. Promotes a high standard of quality service for which Freeman is known. Has and maintains a thorough and up to date knowledge of the Company’s graphic products, services and capabilities. Maintains personal workspace, documents and works-in-progress in a clean, organized fashion. Participates in and achieves superior performance in work related training programs as assigned by graphics manager. Requests additional training as needed. Adheres to and assures compliance of Company policies and procedures. Travel to show site when scheduled for supporting graphic needs. Works closely with Layout Specialist, Deployment, GAMs from planning through show close. Support CSM & Growth with graphics related questions and projects. Oversight of graphic invoicing verifying accuracy with services rendered. Communicate and reinforce company safety objectives, programs, and policies within the team. Ensure employees complete required training and understand their safety responsibilities. Maintain compliance with company safety policies and applicable OSHA regulations. Investigate and document workplace accidents, near misses, and hazards promptly, and implement corrective actions as needed. Lead by example by encouraging open communication on safety concerns and fostering accountability for maintaining a safe work environment. Track and review safety performance metrics, using insights to support decision-making and corrective actions. Serve as a liaison with union leadership to support stable and productive labor relations. Performs other duties as assigned. Education & Experience High school diploma or equivalent with project management experience in tradeshow or convention graphics environment. Associates Degree in production or management highly preferred. 5+ years experience in graphic design or related field with strong experience in diverse project capabilities. 4+ years supervisory experience, supervising a team of 3 or more. 2+ years of hands‑on experience with various graphic printing technologies, including UV, dye sublimation, and solvent‑based systems. Advanced proficiency in both PC and Macintosh operating environments, with a deep understanding of industry‑standard software. Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator. Strong understanding of automated workflow systems for digital and press production. Experience with all facets of print production, including preflight, digital printing, finishing, and sewing. Previous experience with business financials including budgeting, cost analysis, and strategic cost containment. In‑depth familiarity with all aspects of graphic production processes, equipment, and techniques, ensuring high‑quality output. Strong mathematical skills required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Previous experience with team building techniques required. Previous experience adapting to a fast‑paced environment, subject to numerous schedule and priority changes and short‑notice activity. Working knowledge of workplace safety practices and applicable OSHA requirements. Demonstrated ability to apply and uphold safety policies, ensure compliance with regulations, and contribute to a proactive safety culture that reduces incidents and improves safety outcomes. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations OSHA 30 Certification required. What We Offer The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full‑time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions. Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Paid Parental Leave Life, Accident and Disability Retirement with Company Match Paid Time Off Hiring range of $75,000 - $100,000 based upon experience. This position also qualifies for an Annual Incentive Bonus (AIP) Diversity Commitment At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr FREEMAN