Production Manager
We seek an experienced, dynamic, high energy, organized, hands-on production
manager to oversee and handle the complete manufacturing and production
process of ASPEN magazine.
Responsibilities include: overseeing the production process for all our
publications, 6 issues of ASPEN and 2 brand extensions of Guide and
special issues and promotional/marketing materials; the creation and
monitoring of all schedules (print and web), working with printers and
outside vendors, including liaising with pre-press, printing and other paper
vendors for quality control. Must have good people and problem-solving
skills in dealing with advertiser inquiries, requests, and ensure with
account executives that all contractual obligations for advertising
positioning are met. Reporting directly to Business Manager, you are
responsible for procurement and analysis of bids, contract negotiations,
maintenance of established budgets and cost controls, coordinating with
editorial, art and advertising sales staffs, and management of freelance
production staff when required. Some layout and design work.
This individual must have strong managerial skills, the ability to
multitask, the capacity to work under pressure, a comprehensive
understanding of magazine/web publishing. and the ability to work closely
with all members of the management team. Must have production experience and
advanced knowledge of pre-press, composition, printing, binding, color
separation, proofing, paper and extensive experience with In Design,
Illustrator, Photoshop. Must live in, be knowledgeable about
Colorado resort, and planning to make a lifestyle move in advance