What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Outsourcing Associate position at Nth Degree?
Live events are back, and we are busier than ever!! Fern is at the top of the trade show and expo service industry. Our operation spans more than 200 cities from coast to coast. In other words, wherever there's a major convention center and event venue, we're there with experienced local teams providing exceptional service and support, whenever you need it. We recognize that our team members are the core of our company. It is why they stay with us for so long, and it's also what attracts new clients to come aboard.
We are looking for a Print / Graphics Outsourcing Associate that will be based out of our Las Vegas location. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating show graphic needs, identifying & selecting vendors, and making production decisions.
You will report directly to the Sr. Manager of Graphic Production. Position is a hybrid role and does require 2-3 days in the office.
Salary is $60-65000
What you'll do :
Evaluate current production needs relative to capabilities, capacity, timing, costs, and event location.Evaluate, and recommend when to outsource graphic production and to which partner.Provides all communication with outsourced partners for graphic production across the organization. This communication includes : Coordinate all internal communication with Account Executives, Account Managers, and Operations Team Members related to the outsourced work, including status updates, what orders are being outsourced, delivery dates, and contact information as appropriate.Maintain the network of outsourced graphic vendors.Monitor and evaluate the quality of deliverables through various means to include feedback for internal on-site teams and, when possible, direct observation.Negotiate pricing to include typical situations and conditions and unexpected situations and needs such as rush orders, weekend activity, etc., and for all identified solutions.Ensure vendor capabilities are sufficient to meet demand for the events they are assigned to.Process all invoices from vendors and ensure they are coded and processed appropriately.Arrange, coordinate, and track the shipping of outsourced graphics from the vendor to the appropriate location.Conduct post-show evaluations with internal teams on vendor performance.Other duties as assigned.Who You Are :
2 or more years working in large format printing / design.Proven experience working with customers.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsAdvanced skills in Excel and Microsoft OfficeProven analysis and problem-solving skillsAbility to establish and maintain good relationships with all levels of management.Highly organized, deadline-driven, and possess high attention to detail.
Fern is an equal opportunity employer committed to equal consideration for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Salary : $60,000 - $65,000
