Yearbook Product Specialist
Jostens, Minneapolis, MN, United States
YEARBOOK PRODUCT SPECIALIST
HYBRID | ONSITE AT JOSTENS' MINNEAPOLIS HEADQUARTERS 3 DAYS A WEEK
ABOUT YOU:
Are you passionate about design, publishing, and bringing products to life across digital and print platforms? As a Yearbook Product Specialist, you will partner closely with the Yearbook Product Team to execute key product and marketing initiatives, from systems testing and layout development to go-to-market execution. You will play a critical role in improving cross-functional communication, strengthening product processes, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across multiple creation platforms, including online tools and Adobe InDesign.
This role blends product management, project coordination, design expertise, and market insight to help shape the future of Jostens' Yearbook offerings.
YOU WILL:
Administer go-to-market processes. Coordinate and execute systems testing, sample development, process improvements, and product readiness activities.
Serve as a cross-functional project lead. Act as the primary point of contact for assigned initiatives and coordinate efforts across marketing, creative, IT, sales, and operations.
Act as the voice of the customer. Gather and interpret market feedback before, during, and after development to align products with customer needs and enterprise strategies.
Support product strategy execution. Assist in building work plans, schedules, resource plans, estimates, and project status updates.
Document and manage specifications. Maintain meeting notes, workflows, technical documentation, and product specifications.
Support system implementations. Partner with IT and development teams to execute product updates and enhancements.
Drive channel integration. Support communication plans, training, implementation efforts, and market expansion initiatives across sales and customer service channels.
Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. Track milestones, analyze performance, and provide recommendations to improve execution and results.
Support financial targets. Contribute to revenue and cost improvement objectives within assigned projects.
Conduct market research and trend analysis. Identify emerging design trends and new market opportunities to inform product direction.
Deliver product demonstrations and training. Present products to staff, sales teams, and customers while supporting education initiatives.
Collaborate on product launches and events. Assist in planning and executing new product releases and marketing activities.
Typical/expected % of overnight travel: Less than 2% annually.
YOU HAVE:
Education. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in product management, marketing, publishing, or a related field.
Adobe Expertise. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and XD.
Digital Platform Knowledge. Experience with WordPress, CMS platforms, and web/mobile technologies.
Print & Editorial Knowledge. Strong understanding of print publishing, page layout, and production best practices.
Technical Aptitude. Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, and applications.
Project Coordination Skills. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational abilities.
Design Eye. Ability to spot trends and forecast emerging design directions.
Communication Strength. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills across stakeholder groups.
Customer Focus. Ability to build strong internal and external partnerships and maintain positive customer relationships.
Execution Agility. Capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality.
LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:
We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits, including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.
We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.
We believe in flexibility. We offer a hybrid schedule with on-site work 3 days a week.
We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company-paid holidays. *For Washington residents, you will receive 13 vacation days, 8 paid sick leave, 8 company-paid holidays, and family paid leave.
We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
We believe in pay transparency. The salary range is $60,000 to $65,000 with annual bonus eligibility.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 31, 2026
ABOUT US:
Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges, and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products - like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry, and championship rings - keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments, and biggest accomplishments every year. We have 13 first-class facilities across the globe, from North America to the Caribbean. Watch a short video about us here (https://f.io/HIAsH659) .
ALL ABOUT MARKETING
Our Marketing team leverages digital marketing strategies and tactics focused on schools, independent sales reps, parents, and students to deliver the right message to the right customer, at the right time. Team members will understand and leverage customer insights through data analysis & testing to then create experiences and relevant content throughout the customer journey and to support our specialized product lines, including Yearbooks, Class Rings, Graduation Products, and Professional Sports. Through executing across a variety of consumer touchpoints on jostens.com, social, e-mail, and print materials, the team collaborates with internal partners to create relevant and timely marketing campaigns to meet the needs of our customers. Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development. We can't wait to show you what our Marketing Team has to offer at Jostens!
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):
Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at recruiter@jostens.com or (952) 830-3300.
Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
California Privacy Policy: https://www.jostens.com/about/california-employee-privacy-policy
HYBRID | ONSITE AT JOSTENS' MINNEAPOLIS HEADQUARTERS 3 DAYS A WEEK
ABOUT YOU:
Are you passionate about design, publishing, and bringing products to life across digital and print platforms? As a Yearbook Product Specialist, you will partner closely with the Yearbook Product Team to execute key product and marketing initiatives, from systems testing and layout development to go-to-market execution. You will play a critical role in improving cross-functional communication, strengthening product processes, and ensuring exceptional customer experiences across multiple creation platforms, including online tools and Adobe InDesign.
This role blends product management, project coordination, design expertise, and market insight to help shape the future of Jostens' Yearbook offerings.
YOU WILL:
Administer go-to-market processes. Coordinate and execute systems testing, sample development, process improvements, and product readiness activities.
Serve as a cross-functional project lead. Act as the primary point of contact for assigned initiatives and coordinate efforts across marketing, creative, IT, sales, and operations.
Act as the voice of the customer. Gather and interpret market feedback before, during, and after development to align products with customer needs and enterprise strategies.
Support product strategy execution. Assist in building work plans, schedules, resource plans, estimates, and project status updates.
Document and manage specifications. Maintain meeting notes, workflows, technical documentation, and product specifications.
Support system implementations. Partner with IT and development teams to execute product updates and enhancements.
Drive channel integration. Support communication plans, training, implementation efforts, and market expansion initiatives across sales and customer service channels.
Manage multiple initiatives simultaneously. Track milestones, analyze performance, and provide recommendations to improve execution and results.
Support financial targets. Contribute to revenue and cost improvement objectives within assigned projects.
Conduct market research and trend analysis. Identify emerging design trends and new market opportunities to inform product direction.
Deliver product demonstrations and training. Present products to staff, sales teams, and customers while supporting education initiatives.
Collaborate on product launches and events. Assist in planning and executing new product releases and marketing activities.
Typical/expected % of overnight travel: Less than 2% annually.
YOU HAVE:
Education. Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in product management, marketing, publishing, or a related field.
Adobe Expertise. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, and XD.
Digital Platform Knowledge. Experience with WordPress, CMS platforms, and web/mobile technologies.
Print & Editorial Knowledge. Strong understanding of print publishing, page layout, and production best practices.
Technical Aptitude. Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, and applications.
Project Coordination Skills. Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational abilities.
Design Eye. Ability to spot trends and forecast emerging design directions.
Communication Strength. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills across stakeholder groups.
Customer Focus. Ability to build strong internal and external partnerships and maintain positive customer relationships.
Execution Agility. Capable of managing multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and quality.
LOVE WHERE YOU WORK:
We care about your health. We offer competitive healthcare (health, dental, vision, coverage) in addition to voluntary benefits, including home and car insurance, pet insurance, flexible spending account, amongst many more.
We invest in your future. Our 401K plan has immediate vesting, so you can start saving for retirement right away.
We believe in flexibility. We offer a hybrid schedule with on-site work 3 days a week.
We want you to unplug when needed. We believe in taking your time off without guilt and offer accrued paid time off and company-paid holidays. *For Washington residents, you will receive 13 vacation days, 8 paid sick leave, 8 company-paid holidays, and family paid leave.
We care about your development. We support tuition reimbursement after 6 months of service.
We believe in pay transparency. The salary range is $60,000 to $65,000 with annual bonus eligibility.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: April 31, 2026
ABOUT US:
Jostens leads the student commemoration market and has been serving local communities for over 125 years. We work with thousands of K-12 schools, colleges, and universities each year, and have the honor of partnering with beloved sports teams and esteemed organizations across the country. Our iconic products - like yearbooks, letter jackets, class jewelry, and championship rings - keep meaningful traditions alive and inspire millions of people to celebrate their unique stories, milestone moments, and biggest accomplishments every year. We have 13 first-class facilities across the globe, from North America to the Caribbean. Watch a short video about us here (https://f.io/HIAsH659) .
ALL ABOUT MARKETING
Our Marketing team leverages digital marketing strategies and tactics focused on schools, independent sales reps, parents, and students to deliver the right message to the right customer, at the right time. Team members will understand and leverage customer insights through data analysis & testing to then create experiences and relevant content throughout the customer journey and to support our specialized product lines, including Yearbooks, Class Rings, Graduation Products, and Professional Sports. Through executing across a variety of consumer touchpoints on jostens.com, social, e-mail, and print materials, the team collaborates with internal partners to create relevant and timely marketing campaigns to meet the needs of our customers. Jostens allows for a hybrid work setting that focuses on creating professional and personal development. We can't wait to show you what our Marketing Team has to offer at Jostens!
AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA):
Jostens is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. If reasonable accommodation is required to fully participate in the job application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of the position, please reach out to our HR team at recruiter@jostens.com or (952) 830-3300.
Jostens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.
California Privacy Policy: https://www.jostens.com/about/california-employee-privacy-policy