Our client is seeking a talented Director of Creative Production to lead a team of Production Artists and oversee the execution of high-quality catalog and print creative. This role requires a detail-oriented creative production leader with strong editorial design expertise, a passion for mentoring teams, and the ability to deliver flawless work in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Lead and mentor a team of Production Artists, providing clear direction, feedback, and support to foster a collaborative, high-performing environment
- Oversee catalog production workflows, timelines, and deliverables while maintaining the highest standards of quality and brand consistency
- Partner with Creative, Design, Copy, Merchandising, Project Management, and external vendors to ensure seamless execution from concept through final delivery
- Manage complex production challenges, identify solutions, and improve processes to increase efficiency and effectiveness
- Serve as a key partner to print and production vendors, ensuring accurate file preparation and exceptional final output
- Maintain a strong understanding of brand standards and help guide the team in delivering consistent, elevated creative work
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience leading creative production, editorial design, or a related discipline
- Proven experience managing teams within an agency or in-house creative environment
- Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically InDesign, with strong knowledge of print production and prepress
- Strong understanding of typography, layout, visual hierarchy, color, and composition
- Excellent project management, communication, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Detail-oriented with a high standard for quality and a willingness to be hands-on when needed
- Experience in luxury, retail, hospitality, editorial, or other high-end creative environments preferred