Location: Chicago, IL

About the job

Job Overview:

Are you a master of organization and creativity? Do you live for the thrill of bringing amazing ideas to life? Can you think on your feet and produce solutions when things don’t go as planned? If so, then you could be the person The Marketing Arm is looking for!

Who You Are:

You’re passionate about your work and commit to whatever it takes to get the job done. You believe the team is stronger than the individual. You have an entrepreneurial spirit. You look, you learn, you envy, and you become better.

Responsibilities:

We are currently seeking a creative Print Producer to help manage art and production projects to ensure timely delivery, flawless quality, and budgetary considerations.

• Plan the execution and delivery of a wide range of creative projects involving print, POS, premiums and still photography

• Support the production department in communication, problem-solving and research

• Collaborate with internal partners to build and manage timelines

• Work closely with external vendors, such as printers and fabricators to ensure high quality production and timely delivery

• Coordinate and communicate with internal account and design teams to ensure projects goals and objectives are met

• Review and approve proofs, ensuring accuracy and quality of final printed materials

• Provide regular updates and status reports to team members, addressing any concerns or issues that may arise

• Maintain accurate project files and records for future reference

• Stay organized while handling multiple priorities at once.

• Manage the production budgets to meet both client and agency expectations

• Partnering with finance on estimate creation, purchase orders and assessing billable costs

Qualifications:

• 5 years of relevant experience; agency experience preferred

• Strong knowledge of complete production process, from schedules and estimates through delivery and execution

• Strong understanding of print production, art buying, and project management.

• Ability to multi-task and navigate through conflict in high pressured situations

• Strong communication skills with the ability to guide employees in other departments toward a better understanding of production process

• Excellent organizational and follow through skills

• Must be a collaborative team player with great initiative

• Strong vendor negotiation and relationship building experience a plus

• Must be able to work calmly and efficiently under pressure with numerous deadlines

• Proficient in MAC applications including MS Word, Excel and Outlook Express

• Working knowledge of Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, Microsoft Word and Excel

• The job duties of this role require candidates to be fully vaccinated.

TMA Perks & Benefits:

• Continuous training, educational programs, speaker series and workshops

• Culture events throughout the year (just virtually now!)

• Communities to connect with:

• TMACares (Volunteering)

• DiscoverTMA (Furthering diversity and inclusion)

• TMA Women’s Initiative (Fostering the growth and achievements of women)

• Wellness Group (Helping to improve the mental, physical and emotional wellbeing of employees)

• Competitive vacation plan, sick days and personal days to prioritize your mental health

• Summer Flex Half-Days

• Robust holiday schedule

• Parental leave

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision plans

• 401K Retirement Savings Plan

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan