Print Production Manager

Klick • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

The Print Production Manager brings creative concepts to life through expert print execution. Reporting to the Director, Print Production, this role consults with Creative teams, defines production specifications, and collaborates with internal teams and external partners—including clients, printers, and vendors—to deliver high-quality work on time and within budget.

Managing multiple projects of varying complexity, the Print Production Manager translates creative ideas into actionable production strategies, coordinates Studio requirements, and proactively resolves production challenges. The role is grounded in the company’s guiding principles of Delivery, Chemistry, and Mastery: following through on commitments, building strong relationships, and continually developing expertise.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience as a Print Production Manager within an advertising or creative agency, managing multiple print projects of varying complexity from concept through final delivery.
• Strong knowledge of paper and print technologies, including lithographic, digital/print-on-demand, web, and inline printing capabilities, and experience recommending appropriate production methods and materials.
• Knowledge of digital prepress, including reviewing production deliverables, evaluating proofs, and coordinating print approvals to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Experience developing detailed production specifications and estimates; managing budgets and timelines; sourcing and negotiating with suppliers; issuing purchase orders; and coordinating multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency in Google Workspace, Adobe Acrobat Pro, and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), with experience using these tools for production documentation, estimates, and project communication.
• BA/BS degree.
• Demonstrated organizational, time management, problem-solving, and communication skills through successful coordination of print production projects and relationships with internal teams, clients, and suppliers.

Nice To Haves

• Comfort and enthusiasm for using AI as a regular part of how work gets done.
• Experience producing print materials for pharmaceutical, healthcare, or life sciences clients.
• Experience with print and lettershop production, including direct mail, fulfillment, or related production processes.
• Experience supporting integrated production projects involving print and other marketing channels.
• Certified Print Production accreditation or equivalent professional certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple print production projects of varying complexity from creative concept through final delivery, including production schedules, budgets, scope, and quality requirements.
• Consult with Creative teams to translate concepts into practical production strategies; define detailed specifications, recommend materials and print technologies, and provide production estimates.
• Collaborate with Creative, Project Management, Studio teams, clients, vendors, and suppliers to align production requirements, coordinate Studio tasks and deliverables, and review and approve proofs alongside Art Directors.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers; manage vendor relationships, issue purchase orders, and oversee print approvals to support delivery within agreed budgets and timelines.
• Troubleshoot production challenges, resolve issues proactively, communicate and escalate risks when necessary, and contribute improvements to production processes while maintaining strong partner relationships.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior