Digital Graphics Manager

DIGITAL GRAPHICS MANAGER

As an employee at Lime Media, you will be a part of a fast-growing organization that values giving back, believing in something greater than yourself, and a never-ending quest for excellence. We bring imagination to life by customizing vehicles and other cool stuff to create marketing experiences nationwide. If you love working with creative, passionate people in a fun and winning environment, then Lime Media is the place for you!

Our graphics team is actively seeking a manager who will lead our in-house vinyl/graphics printing, plotting, laminating, and install operation while managing our current vendor relationships who perform these tasks today. The primary focus will be overseeing the graphics team, ensuring the successful execution of projects, and maintaining our strong partnership with our vendors to ensure seamless pre-press and production operations.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

Team Leadership:

• Hire, train, and manage a team of graphic layout specialists, production technicians, and installers.
• Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment.
• Set clear performance goals and metrics for team members to achieve profitability, efficiency, and client satisfaction.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and provide ongoing feedback and development opportunities.

Project Management:

• Oversee all aspects of the 2D graphics pre-production and production process including design, plotting, printing, laminating, and installation.
• Coordinate with internal project teams and external vendors to ensure timely and accurate execution of projects.
• Develop and maintain production schedules to meet deadlines.

Vendor Management:

• Collaborate closely with current vendors to manage the external production of graphics, ensuring high quality and timely delivery.
• Work with vendors to streamline the pre-production function by reducing errors and eliminating miscommunications that require rework.

Quality Control:

• Implement and maintain quality control standards throughout the production process.
• Review all creative elements and final production to ensure that it meets client specifications and meets Lime Media’s margin and quick-turn standards.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with project managers and other
• internal stakeholders to align production with project goals.
• Ensure seamless communication and collaboration between the 2D graphics team and other departments.

Operational Management:

• Set up and manage the in-house design, plotting, printing, laminating, and installation processes.
• Maintain and troubleshoot all printing and laminating equipment.
• Ensure a clean, organized, and safe work environment.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify potential issues and develop solutions to improve processes and outcomes.
• Stay updated on industry trends and technology advancements to keep Lime Media at the forefront of the market.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Collaboration: Ensure seamless communication and collaboration between team members, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Quality: Maintain high standards of quality in all products and services.
• Timeliness: Meet or exceed project deadlines consistently.
• Detail-Oriented: Pay meticulous attention to detail in all aspects of the production process.
• Client Satisfaction: Ensure high levels of client satisfaction through quality work and timely delivery.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

Skills/Abilities:

• Strong graphic/typography and design instincts.
• Proficient in digital and print media production.
• Proficient in graphics printing hardware.
• Proficient with MS Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite and other graphics production software.
• High energy, extremely organized, and flexible.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven leadership and team management skills.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in project management within the graphic design or printing industry.
• Experience with vinyl wrap installation w/ vehicle graphics is highly preferred.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field is preferred.