Senior Graphic Production Manager

Blueprint Studios•Las Vegas, NV

22d

About The Position

The Senior Graphics Production Manager oversees the full operations of Blueprint Studios' Graphic 6 Print Production department. This role manages all graphic production team members and processes across the company, ensuring seamless coordination between creative design, production execution, print vendors, and field installation. From project intake to onsite delivery, this position plays a critical role in managing timelines, quality, staffing, and resource allocation. The role requires a strategic thinker, skilled in production operations, who can lead a growing team while maintaining high standards in workflow, communication, and execution.

Requirements

6-10 years experience in large-format or event-related graphic production
2+ years in a managerial or department lead role
Strong knowledge of printing processes, substrates, mounting methods, and event install practices
Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, /nDesign, and Acrobat for reviewing production files
Effective communicator, able to coordinate cross-functional teams
Familiarity with Asano, Google Drive, Smartsheet, and shared server workf/ows

Nice To Haves

Experience in fast-paced agency or high-volume production environment preferred

Responsibilities

Manage all graphic production team members across multiple locations
Assign projects in Asano based on deadlines, complexity, and team capacity
Facilitate team meetings, print reviews, and project kickoffs
Lead internal communication with Sales, Creative, Print, Field Ops, and Accounting
Serve as the primary escalation point for production issues, late files, or print quality concerns
Own and enforce the standardized production workflow across all projects
Ensure asset folders, naming conventions, proofs, and file prep meet internal guidelines
Monitor all active project timelines, print queues, and install readiness
Review and approve Print Proofs and final files before routing to vendors or internal print shop
Maintain alignment between design intent and real-world application
Oversee internal and external print execution, including vendor assignments
Confirm substrate selection, scale, and installation methods
Ensure vendor deliverables meet BPS quality and color standards
Maintain relationships with approved vendors and assess new capabilities
Continuously refine production workflows, checklists, and department SOPs
Improve communication loops between creative, production, and field teams
Support onboarding and training of team members, freelancers, and print vendors
Help define department needs for tools, equipment, and staff