Graphic Production Team Lead

About WPP Production

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A Hybrid working model

We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we've adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around three days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

What does a GP Lead do at WPP Production?

We are looking for a Graphic Production Team Lead to oversee teams of production artists responsible for web graphic creation for product launches and updates. The ideal candidate will have project management skills, along with graphic design experience, Photoshop expertise, web or HTML email production experience, organizational and leadership skill, and an eye for detail.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate the workloads of graphic production artists, ensuring they have all the information they need, and all project work meets Hogarth's and the client's quality standards
• Communicate with other Team Leads to ensure optimum use of resources
• Work closely with producers, traffic, design, development, content management, and international teams to deliver on project goals and timelines, and ensure efficient file handoffs for localization
• Structure Photoshop comps to optimize efficient production and localization workflows using slices, smart objects, and layer comps
• Maintain version control system and manage team QC process
• Review final deliverables with an exacting eye, ensuring that layout, images, text, and links are flawless
• Identify and help implement opportunities for process, automation, design, file format, and technical improvements
• Responsible for writing, updating and delivering training materials for existing and flex resource
• Maintain a work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates the highest calibre of skilled Graphic Production professionals

Requirements:

• 6+ years experience in a hands-on, high-volume interactive web production environment (or equivalent)
• Proven track record of effectively partnering with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to build and deliver creative tech experiences to be used in animations and webpages
• Deep understanding of web-production workflow, best practices as it relates to design, dev, QA, GEO localization and transcreation
• Experience in a management or leadership role for web or graphic design
• Strong project management, time management, written and verbal communication skills
• Highly detail oriented, with a drive for perfection down to the last pixel
• Ability to handle multiple projects within tight deadlines, effectively problem-solve, and manage expectations accordingly
• Able to cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and collaborate to ensure project goals are met and ensure efficient handoffs carried out
• Ability to develop and optimize workflows, as well as establish and enforce cross-functional frameworks and standards
• Photoshop expertise, including creating files for web production with strict adhesion graphic design standards
• Excellent design, typography and art-working sensibilities applicable to interactive web pages, HTML emails, and banners
• Solid standards-based HTML, CSS, asset optimization, Sketch, GiT and general web publishing knowledge
• Experience in UI/UX design and a firm understanding of 3D practices
• Familiarity with CMS, image and eDAM
• Thrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment; works well under pressure
• Resourceful, adaptable, and results-oriented with high energy and a positive attitude

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is indicated below. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, go to for more details.

Pay Range: $71-$79/hr

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Why work here: At WPP Production, you'll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You'll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP's unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.


Inclusion and Impact
WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
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