Company Overview
Creative Niche is an award-winning recruitment agency. We are experts in matching temporary, full-time and executive-level talent in the areas of marketing, creative & copy, digital & product, strategy, design, social and account service. Having been behind over 15,000 successful placements (and over 1K alone last year), we understand the nuances of our clients’ unique needs, sectors, constraints and opportunities as well as the types of roles, design aesthetic, technical skills and soft skills that are required to make a big impact. At Creative Niche, our goal is to always be considered a trusted and valued partner to our clients. With the ever-changing business landscape and job market, we are here to support your success and be there for you not only during the good times but also during the challenging ones. This is accomplished through business audits and feedback reviews, intimate networking opportunities with industry peers, hosting thought leadership sessions on timely topics – and so much more.
About the job
Position Overview:
We’re seeking an experienced Print Project Manager to join our luxury retail client for the next 6+ months. This is a full-time contract with a hybrid model, working 3 days/week in their downtown office. You’ll be the driving force behind the seamless execution of our client’s magazine publication cycle. You’ll manage timelines, coordinate cross-functional teams, and oversee all aspects of their magazine production, from initial concept to final delivery. This role requires a proactive leader with excellent organizational skills, a deep understanding of print production, and a proven ability to manage complex, multi-phase projects.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, budgets, and resource allocation for each magazine issue.
- Set deadlines for content creation, design, proofing, and printing to ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborate with editorial, design, marketing, and sales teams to align on project goals and deliverables.
- Serve as the primary point of contact between internal teams, external vendors, and stakeholders.
- Oversee the submission, editing, and approval process for all editorial and visual content.
- Ensure the design team meets layout specifications and adheres to brand guidelines.
- Monitor the pre-press process, including proof reviews, color accuracy, and file preparation.
- Track expenses throughout the production cycle, ensuring adherence to the allocated budget.
- Conduct thorough reviews of all materials to ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality before publication.
- Implement feedback and revisions in a timely and efficient manner.
- Anticipate potential project delays or roadblocks and develop contingency plans.
- Resolve conflicts and ensure alignment among teams and stakeholders.
Qualifications:
- Proven experience managing the full production cycle of a print magazine or similar publication.
- Strong knowledge of print production processes, including pre-press, printing, and distribution.
- Excellent project management skills, with proficiency in tools such as Monday.com, Box.com, Trello, Asana, or Microsoft Project.
- Experience working with editorial, design, and vendor teams.
- Outstanding communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with publishing software like Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator is a plus.
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Communications, Publishing, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Passion for the luxury, retail, and/or fashion space.
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