Apple-posted about 1 year ago
$143,900 - $216,900/Yr
Full-time • Mid Level
Hybrid • Sunnyvale, CA
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

The Print Production Manager at Apple is responsible for bringing creative concepts to life across various print mediums while maintaining the highest visual standards for the brand. This role involves overseeing the production of 2D elements, managing schedules and budgets for pre-press and printed materials, and ensuring quality throughout the production process. The manager will work closely with the creative team and suppliers to execute marketing and advertising materials globally.

  • Determine specs, estimate and/or competitively bid all projects, maintain budgets, and communicate any obstacles that would require additional funding.
  • Conduct negotiations with suppliers as necessary.
  • Implement highly complex initiatives and recommend the best course of action on all production-related considerations.
  • Attend press checks, bindery/fit checks, and installations to set and maintain color standards.
  • Facilitate the Creative Team's art direction, ensuring accurate interpretation and color match across substrates/print processes.
  • Work on-site during peak periods, including evenings and weekends, as required.
  • Travel domestically and internationally, often at short notice.
  • 7 years minimum of print production experience within a creative agency or print production environment equivalent.
  • Strong color analysis skills and experience working pre-press in RGB and CMYK.
  • Experience managing press checks with an eye towards quality and detail.
  • History of developing and managing supplier relationships (paper vendors, print partners, etc).
  • In-depth familiarity with large and small format litho and inkjet printing, dye-sublimation, and large format finishing techniques.
  • Experience managing graphic installation for experiential marketing events or in-store displays.
  • Solid working knowledge of image creation from CGI and photography through retouching approval.
  • Functional ability to review files in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition
  • Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
  • Relocation assistance
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