Role Summary
The mandate of the Pre-Press team is to translate card designs to beautiful, error-free, and quality-checked forms that are ready for press. Fanatics Collectibles is looking for a Sr. Manager of Prepress Engineering to oversee a team of specialists bridging the gap between Creative and Prepress production. The ideal candidate is a technical and organized self-starter who brings deep operational and leadership experience in the Creative/Prepress process, full understanding of the intricacies involved in Prepress file preparation, as well as a vast knowledge of trading card manufacturing. Candidates with a passion for sports and entertainment will likely find themselves a strong cultural fit.
In this role, you will…
- Lead teams of Production Designers, Graphic Productions Artists and Prepress Mastering to convert Creative concepts into Prepress execution
- Oversee creation of all program Engineering packets; providing visual reference for engineering, pre-press and manufacturing
- In partnership with all stakeholders, develop and implement standards across Prepress Engineering teams
- Establish consistent templates for how design files are ingested into Prepress utilizing common layers and organization to maximize automation
- Work cross-functionally with Creative, Prepress, and project management to ensure the timely execution of incoming designs and prioritization of programs
- Assist Creative with the development of print production separations to maximize printability – execution of white plates, die cuts, foil stamping/cold foils, spot color interaction with design elements and substrates
- Introduce, test, and implement evolving methods for automation, emerging print technology and process improvement across direct and downstream teams
The ideal candidate:
- Proven experience (10+ years) in Creative, Prepress or Manufacturing leadership role
- Strong understanding of prepress and print production processes
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and collaborative abilities
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet tight deadlines
- Expert level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat) and Microsoft Excel. Automation skills a plus.
In NYC, the salary range for this position is $132,000-$165,000, which represents base pay only and does not include short-term or long-term incentive compensation. This salary range is specific to NYC and may not be applicable to other locations. When determining base pay, as part of a final compensation package, we consider several factors such as location, experience, qualifications, and training.
Ensure your Fanatics job offer is legitimate and don’t fall victim to fraud. Fanatics never seeks payment from job applicants. Feel free to ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of communication for interview, and ensure your communication is coming from a Fanatics email address (including @collectfanatics.com). For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at www.fanaticsinc.com/careers
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