Print Production Manager - Hybrid

Description

Pavone Group is seeking a highly skilled Print Production Manager with deep expertise in print production, retail merchandising, POS, and large-format/structural display execution. This is a critical replacement hire as we transition responsibilities from a long-tenured team member nearing retirement. The role supports and grows our legacy merchandising clients and ensures flawless production delivery across every retail touchpoint. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment, love precision, and enjoy partnering closely with creative and production teams to bring ideas to life then this is your opportunity!

• Oversee all stages of print production for POS, retail displays, packaging, and large-format materials.
• Prepare, preflight, and release production-ready files with exceptional technical accuracy and brand fidelity.
• Manage color accuracy, proofing, dielines, file setup, structural considerations, and final output.
• Own production schedules and workflows from concept through delivery.

• Collaborate with printers, fabricators, and production partners to ensure feasibility and flawless execution.
• Review estimates, negotiate where appropriate, and guide vendor teams through technical requirements.
• Troubleshoot production issues and quickly deliver solutions under tight timelines.

• Manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-moving environment.
• Track timelines, identify risks, maintain proactive communication, and ensure alignment across teams.
• Maintain rigorous detail, organization, and version control.

• Stay current on materials, substrates, production technologies, and sustainable print solutions.
• Recommend process improvements, workflow efficiencies, and vendor innovations.
• Support the evolution and modernization of Pavone Group’s merchandising production capabilities.

• Partner closely with Creative Directors, Designers, Account Teams, and Project Managers.
• Educate teams on best practices in retail/POS production and print constraints.

• 5+ years of experience in print production—ideally with strong exposure to retail, POS, or large-format environments.
• Deep technical knowledge of substrates, print techniques (litho, flexo, digital), dielines, and finishing methods.
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Acrobat).
• Proven experience preparing and releasing print-ready mechanicals.
• Exceptional attention to detail in proofing, color accuracy, and technical specifications.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate cross‑functionally.
• Hybrid availability:
  In-office Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday.

This team operates with agility and close-knit collaboration while being part of a larger, full-service, people‑first agency. You’ll work with long-standing clients, help shape the future of our merchandising capabilities, and join a supportive group that values expertise, innovation, and craft.

Pavone Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related conditions), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

$75,000 – $100,000 annually, depending on exp.