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The Graphics Project Manager is responsible for providing preparatory technical Graphic Production services for Events and Exhibits specific to creation and execution of large format event graphic requirements. The position involves handling, rebuilding, and formatting multiple computer file types and digital media for varying final output destinations. Requires a unique blending of graphic design, digital imaging, prepress production, color correction, organization, as well as strong interpersonal skills.

Company Overview

This is Spiro. A strategically-led, creatively-driven, leading global experiential agency. We exist to cultivate powerful brand connections through the channel of experiential. We believe strong global communities are empowered by diversity, inclusion & belonging.

Where data-informed creative meets advanced digital solutions, we boldly go where no experience has gone before. As Spiro• nauts, we are born storytellers & story makers; fearless dreamers of the "what if;" and pioneers of innovation in our craft. Together, we launch brands into their experiential orbit through the power of Brand Gravity.

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Responsibilities

• Manage and execute project requirements and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
• Identify resources needed and assign individual responsibilities to production team
• Directly responsible for detailing work orders
• Manage day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
• Create, manage and execute deliverables
• Effectively apply organization methodologies and enforce project standards
• Schedule and manage project reviews and quality assurance procedures
• Manage and communicate all risk associated to project
• Attends PTW put to work meetings to ensure there is follow up in action items and effective planning
• Create, manage and communicate necessary project documents
• Track project costs, purchases and expenses on a project basis
• Track and manage invoicing and monitor receivables for project
• Outsource production files to vendors
• Manage all aspects with graphic vendors regarding selection, deliverables, and invoicing
• Act as project partner with Event Producer, Account Manager, Build Project Manager, Vendors, with regard to all services and build working relationships with all
• Performs other duties as assigned and deemed necessary of the position under the direction of the team leader
• Manage and maintain quality standards for in-coming and in-process projects and components for finished goods
• Prepare and produce digital files using Adobe Creative Suite to design, edit, and proof documents, which will be used for reproduction on large/grand format digital printers. Work ranges from laying out simple text documents, to the modification of complex existing customer artwork or internally supplied artwork, to designing custom graphics based on internal/external customer direction. Position involves coordination of internal and external vendor supplied graphic production.
• The position involves specialized tasks which often need to be carried out independently, with little direct supervision. Expected to network and collaborate with the neighboring disciplines of design, detailing, and project management to ensure that customer supplied, or internally fabricated digital media is prepared accurately.
• Preflight files, create and manipulate digital files to specifications, generate proofs, and check for quality deficiencies at all stages of prepress production
• Perform design, layout and production functions as needed\Basic math skills (fraction to decimal conversions) and ability to read and understand CAD drawings

Qualifications

We understand the importance of transferrable skills and a diverse perspective, so if you do not fit all these requirements, we still want to hear from you and encourage you to apply!

• 5 years experience in Graphic Project management required
• 2 years experience in Graphic Production and file management/design
• Graphics software expertise required in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat, Work Front,) Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Proven experience in managing large projects with direct client access from inception to project closeout
• Self-starter with independent decision making abilities
• Must be extremely detail oriented and able to multi-task
• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent customer and intercompany relationship skills
• Excellent follow-up methodology
• 2 years experience in retail Graphics Design and Production required
• College Degree preferred: Adobe Packages
• Graphics equipment experience a plus: Inkjet printers, Flatbed Printers, Roll to Roll Printers, Dye Sublimation, SEG Fabrics, Laminating and cutting equipment
• Some travel may be required, up to one to four weeks a year

Benefits

• Remote Environment
• Full Benefits Package
• 401K Vesting Immediately
• Psychological Safety
• Diversity, Inclusivity and Belonging Culture
• Employee Led Resource Groups
• Spiro• YOU Professional Development & Learning Programs
• Employee Events

Our Process

Our interview process is hand crafted to our roles. In general, you can expect to have an initial phone interview with our talent acquisition team and thereafter video interviews with team members and your future manager. We welcome candidates to view our social medial channels and website to extend the conversation beyond the responsibilities of the role. Once you have completed the interview process, we conduct a criminal background check, where applicable by law.

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)