Print Production Project Manager

Job ID: T#5980 - Print Production Project Manager

PLEASE NOTE: This is a 12 month renewable contract and needs to meet Client full-time conversion policies. Those dependent on a work permit sponsor now or anytime in the future (ie H1B, OPT, CPT, etc) do not meet Client requirements for this opening.

Ideal backgrounds: Advertising agencies, media companies, commercial printers, publishing, or organizations with high-volume print production environments.

We are seeking an experienced Print Production Project Manager to manage a high volume of print and production projects from initial specifications through final delivery. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in commercial printing, print production, pre-press, or agency production who is comfortable coordinating vendors, managing deadlines, and working across multiple internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage print projects including brochures, sell sheets, booklets, annual reports, banners, signage, window clings, and event materials
• Review print specifications, paper requirements, proofs, and production details
• Obtain vendor bids and coordinate pricing, scheduling, and delivery
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and ensure deadlines are met
• Perform quality-control reviews of print and digital materials
• Coordinate with internal project managers, creative teams, agencies, vendors, and business partners
• Support event and out-of-home production, including signage and installation projects
• Troubleshoot production issues and communicate solutions to stakeholders
• Occasionally visit local print vendors for press runs or production needs

Qualifications

• Strong experience in print production, commercial printing, print buying, pre-press, or agency production
• Knowledge of printing processes, paper specifications, press runs, and digital printing
• Experience managing vendors and production schedules
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Ability to handle a high volume of projects and changing priorities
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office/365 and Adobe Acrobat
• Experience with project management platforms such as Workfront, Asana, Monday.com, or similar is a plus
• Adobe Creative Suite knowledge is a plus
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience