Production Manager & Junior Designer

Job Description

Job Description

SALARY: $77,500-$80,500. Compensation for this position is based on relevant educatoin and experience and will be set within the listed salary range.

REPORTS TO: Deputy Director of Communications

STATUS/HOURS: Full time. 40 hours/week. Schedule may vary according to departmental and Academy needs.

FLSA: Exempt

CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff

Position Purpose

This position facilitates the production of print and digital design projects. Must have strong knowledge of fundamental graphic design principles, a well-honed eye for compelling design, and the ability to develop creative visuals for social media channels, email and print marketing, fundraising campaigns and more. A thorough understanding of print processes and pre-flight tools is a plus.

Will need to be able to demonstrate strong organizational skills, have acute attention to detail, and be able to manage priorities and production schedules to meet deadlines and ensure the quality of the end product. Will require budget tracking, organization of files in a shared library and working in a group project management system. Will work closely with the Academy’s lead designer and other colleagues in the Communications Office and across campus.

Key Accountabilities- 60% Administrative (Production, Budget Mgt., Etc.) and 40% Design and Layout

• Responsible for overseeing all aspects of print production, including monitoring progress, developing and adhering to schedules, tracking project costs and managing vendor contracts.
• Responsible for assisting with the creation of digital and print assets. Design tasks include publication layout, modifying design files to align with brand standards, updating and refreshing design files, photo selection and editing for print and digital use.

• Maintains familiarity with Academy graphic standards and photography assets, and shares files with designers as needed.
• Applies solid organizational skills and the ability to work independently to all department responsibilities, including project and asset databases and archives.
• Working with outside vendors and contractors, providing appropriate related assets, coordinating deadlines and contracts; providing direction to keep projects on budget and on schedule.
• Responsible for managing budgets as related to print production projects and for processing invoices for payments of all departmental work.

Direct/Indirect Reports

No direct reports.

Position Requirements

Education

• Degree in graphic design, fine arts, visual communication, design technology or related field

Experience

• 1-3 years experience in graphic design and production in the print industry; familiarity with print house production and industry trends a plus.
• Adobe Creative Suite: 1-3 years
• Must understand the importance of unified institutional messages through a variety of formats and have a portfolio of current design work showing experience in creating targeted, audience-driven communications and brand marketing.

Skills & Knowledge

• Proven organizational abilities, including project management and working on a deadline with multiple projects in play.
• Demonstrated understanding of fundamentals of graphic design: composition, color theory, typography, brand identity, art and photography management.
• Demonstrate respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign and Acrobat.
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of print and digital design and production, including image optimization and designing for email and web.
• Strong collaborator in creative and production workflows.
• Experience with basic data management systems and Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Familiarity with direct mail solicitation and postal design preferred.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional applications and skills as needed.
• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to develop and maintain collegial relationships.

Additional Requirements

1. Successfully complete a criminal background check (reviewed every 5 years).