Lead Digital Design/Typesetting

U-Haul•Phoenix, AZ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves supervising and assigning digital design work to meet production schedules, deadlines, and quality standards. The Lead Digital Designer will oversee digital design operations, review job specifications, determine production requirements, and resolve questions with requesters. They will also support the development of digital design demonstrations, presentations, and staff training. The position requires staying current with graphic arts technology, recommending process improvements, and monitoring supplies and departmental procedures in collaboration with the Manager. The Lead will also prepare monthly production reports, initiate job orders, and manage workflow in the absence of the Production Coordinator. Effective communication with internal departments and outside vendors regarding production, supplies, equipment, and services is essential.

Requirements

4–5 years of professional experience in a corporate or commercial digital design environment.
Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or lead experience.
Experience managing workflow, priorities, deadlines, and quality in a fast-paced production environment.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong leadership, organization, time management, and decision-making abilities.
Ability to prioritize and adjust workloads based on changing demands.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
Working knowledge of digital design, desktop publishing, and graphic arts production.
Experience working on a Mac platform.
Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
Ability to operate standard office equipment.

Nice To Haves

Wide-format printing experience is preferred.
Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, other departments, and outside vendors.

Responsibilities

Supervise and assign digital design work to meet production schedules, deadlines, and quality standards.
Oversee digital design operations, including reviewing job specifications, determining production requirements, and resolving questions with requesters.
Support the development of digital design demonstrations, presentations, and staff training.
Stay current with graphic arts technology and recommend improvements to processes, workflow, and productivity.
Monitor supplies, inventory, departmental procedures, and production activities in collaboration with the Manager.
Prepare monthly production reports and other reports as required.
Initiate job orders and manage workflow in the absence of the Production Coordinator.
Communicate effectively with internal departments and outside vendors regarding production, supplies, equipment, and services.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Prescription drug plans
Dental & Vision plan with hearing care discounts
Onsite medical clinic for team members and eligible family members
New indoor fitness gym (Midtown Phoenix campus)
Get Fit Gym Reimbursement Program
Registered Dietitian Program
WeightWatchers®
CVS Virtual Care
U‑Haul Kids Program
24‑Hour Nurse Line
Wellness Program (Healthier You initiatives & challenges)
Mindset App Reimbursement
Pet Insurance & Wellness plans
Career stability
Opportunities for advancement
Valuable on‑the‑job training
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Free online courses for personal and professional development at U‑Haul University®
401(k) Savings Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Company‑paid life insurance
Voluntary life insurance options
Short-Term and Long‑Term Disability
Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity plans
Business & business travel insurance
MetLaw Legal Program
MetLife Auto & Home Insurance
LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar® Financial Wellness Program
U‑Haul Federal Credit Union
Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
You Matter Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, computers, vehicles & more
Community involvement & volunteer opportunities
U‑Haul Mothers Program (Paid maternity leave)