Wonderful Agency
Senior Print Production Manager
Wonderful Agency, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Wonderful Agency is the full-service, award-winning, in-house agency that operates as exclusive creator of marketing communications and brand experiences for iconic brands. The Senior Print Production Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating print projects from concept through final delivery in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. This role requires a client-focused mindset, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work on time and within budget. The Senior Print Production Manager partners closely with internal clients and creative teams to translate creative vision into finished print materials. This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday. Responsibilities
Lead print production projects from inception through final delivery, supervising print producers as needed. Manage the production of all printed materials, including collateral, packaging, apparel, merchandise, and direct mail, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. Meet with clients to gather project requirements and specifications, translating their needs to internal teams and external vendors. Collaborate closely with Creative Services, Creative, and Account teams—both in person and via email—to address production issues, answer questions, and provide guidance throughout the process. Oversee external printing projects with domestic and international vendors, attending press checks as needed to ensure quality and consistency. Negotiate with printers, review bids, verify specifications, and approve invoices for accuracy. Prepare and review final production estimates before sharing with clients. Manage daily production schedules and the overall project pipeline, advising the Creative Services Director of potential resource constraints, delays, or challenges. Maintain accurate cost auditing reports for internal and external vendors. Review Epson proofs for color accuracy and communicate necessary adjustments to the retouching department. Oversee the feedback and approval process for all retouched images, ensuring revisions are clearly documented, reviewed with stakeholders, and approved prior to production. Conduct quality control throughout bindery and finishing stages, verifying that cutting, folding, binding, and other finishing processes meet specifications and agency standards. Coordinate vendor proofs, routing them to stakeholders for review and final approval. Monitor the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all jobs, ensuring agency commitments are consistently met. Track, organize, and reconcile all job-related costs, ensuring accurate billing upon project completion. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Extensive knowledge of current printing and production processes, including prepress, preflight, offset, digital printing, flexography, gravure, bindery, mass mail, fulfillment, and logistics. Knowledge of packaging production processes, including flexible film, folding cartons, labels, and point-of-sale materials, with the ability to anticipate and resolve technical print challenges. Ability to review dielines, color proofs, and press files to ensure accuracy, brand consistency, and vendor-ready production across multiple substrates and print methods. Strong understanding of color theory, color management systems, and proofing methods. Exceptional project management skills with a strong sense of accountability, organization, and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with minimal supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and math skills. Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. Flexible and willing to work overtime as needed. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Acrobat Reader (PDFs), comfortable on both PC and Mac platforms. Familiarity with project management and creative review tools such as ClickUp and Ziflow, as well as Adobe Photoshop, is highly advantageous. Qualifications
7–10 years of print production experience in advertising, publishing, packaging, printing, or a design agency environment. Bachelor’s Degree or Certification in Print Production Management, or equivalent experience. Legal authorization to work in the United States required. Valid passport and driver’s license required. Verifiable supervisor/work references required. Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range: $110,000 - $125,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Additional Information
Thriving Wellness Community: Access to medical coverage, comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility, plus: 24/7 online physician consultations, virtual mental health resources, life coaching, employee community groups, cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements, and a library of on-demand fitness videos. Career Advancement Opportunities: Clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our brands and business units. Focused Learning and Development: Resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. Empowering Mentorship Program: Company-wide mentorship program to share goals and drive career growth. Continuous Improvement Training: Training that empowers employees to implement positive changes in the workplace. Building a Healthy Society: The Wonderful Company’s CSR initiatives and rankings; learn more at csr.wonderful.com. Giving Back to the Community: Wonderful Giving and Wonderful Neighbor programs to support charities and service projects. Wonderful Agency is the full-service in-house advertising and marketing agency at The Wonderful Company. This role supports creative excellence across all media and collaborates closely with company owners, leadership, legal, strategy and other stakeholders. The Wonderful Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. EEO is the law - visit the official EEO site for more information.
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Wonderful Agency is the full-service, award-winning, in-house agency that operates as exclusive creator of marketing communications and brand experiences for iconic brands. The Senior Print Production Manager is responsible for leading and coordinating print projects from concept through final delivery in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment. This role requires a client-focused mindset, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to consistently deliver high-quality work on time and within budget. The Senior Print Production Manager partners closely with internal clients and creative teams to translate creative vision into finished print materials. This position will be based at our West Los Angeles, CA office. We work a hybrid schedule with an in-office requirement Monday-Wednesday and the option to work remotely on Thursday and Friday. Responsibilities
Lead print production projects from inception through final delivery, supervising print producers as needed. Manage the production of all printed materials, including collateral, packaging, apparel, merchandise, and direct mail, ensuring projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards. Meet with clients to gather project requirements and specifications, translating their needs to internal teams and external vendors. Collaborate closely with Creative Services, Creative, and Account teams—both in person and via email—to address production issues, answer questions, and provide guidance throughout the process. Oversee external printing projects with domestic and international vendors, attending press checks as needed to ensure quality and consistency. Negotiate with printers, review bids, verify specifications, and approve invoices for accuracy. Prepare and review final production estimates before sharing with clients. Manage daily production schedules and the overall project pipeline, advising the Creative Services Director of potential resource constraints, delays, or challenges. Maintain accurate cost auditing reports for internal and external vendors. Review Epson proofs for color accuracy and communicate necessary adjustments to the retouching department. Oversee the feedback and approval process for all retouched images, ensuring revisions are clearly documented, reviewed with stakeholders, and approved prior to production. Conduct quality control throughout bindery and finishing stages, verifying that cutting, folding, binding, and other finishing processes meet specifications and agency standards. Coordinate vendor proofs, routing them to stakeholders for review and final approval. Monitor the quality, accuracy, and timeliness of all jobs, ensuring agency commitments are consistently met. Track, organize, and reconcile all job-related costs, ensuring accurate billing upon project completion. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Extensive knowledge of current printing and production processes, including prepress, preflight, offset, digital printing, flexography, gravure, bindery, mass mail, fulfillment, and logistics. Knowledge of packaging production processes, including flexible film, folding cartons, labels, and point-of-sale materials, with the ability to anticipate and resolve technical print challenges. Ability to review dielines, color proofs, and press files to ensure accuracy, brand consistency, and vendor-ready production across multiple substrates and print methods. Strong understanding of color theory, color management systems, and proofing methods. Exceptional project management skills with a strong sense of accountability, organization, and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with minimal supervision. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong analytical and math skills. Ability to remain calm, focused, and effective under pressure while meeting tight deadlines. Flexible and willing to work overtime as needed. Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Acrobat Reader (PDFs), comfortable on both PC and Mac platforms. Familiarity with project management and creative review tools such as ClickUp and Ziflow, as well as Adobe Photoshop, is highly advantageous. Qualifications
7–10 years of print production experience in advertising, publishing, packaging, printing, or a design agency environment. Bachelor’s Degree or Certification in Print Production Management, or equivalent experience. Legal authorization to work in the United States required. Valid passport and driver’s license required. Verifiable supervisor/work references required. Compensation & Benefits
Pay Range: $110,000 - $125,000 and may include a discretionary bonus. Final compensation will be dependent upon skills & experience. Additional Information
Thriving Wellness Community: Access to medical coverage, comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility, plus: 24/7 online physician consultations, virtual mental health resources, life coaching, employee community groups, cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements, and a library of on-demand fitness videos. Career Advancement Opportunities: Clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our brands and business units. Focused Learning and Development: Resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses. Empowering Mentorship Program: Company-wide mentorship program to share goals and drive career growth. Continuous Improvement Training: Training that empowers employees to implement positive changes in the workplace. Building a Healthy Society: The Wonderful Company’s CSR initiatives and rankings; learn more at csr.wonderful.com. Giving Back to the Community: Wonderful Giving and Wonderful Neighbor programs to support charities and service projects. Wonderful Agency is the full-service in-house advertising and marketing agency at The Wonderful Company. This role supports creative excellence across all media and collaborates closely with company owners, leadership, legal, strategy and other stakeholders. The Wonderful Company is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories. EEO is the law - visit the official EEO site for more information.
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