Production Manager

• Collaborate with editorial and design colleagues to determine the best specification per title and build effective specifications for print production.
• Obtain quotes from printers and work to place projects within the placement guidelines of Andrews McMeel Production.
• Coordinate all steps (ordering through delivery) of book and calendar titles on the front list of Andrews McMeel Publishing, Amen Editions, and Amber Lotus imprints.
• Prepare information for weekly inventory meetings.
• Obtain/confirm bound book/ex-factory dates and other scheduling needs.
• Write and send purchase orders (PO) to printers.
• Track and maintain POs in the inventory management system.
• Track and review print and shipping budgets.
• Audit and approve associated manufacturing/shipping invoices.
• Collaborate and problem-solve from a production viewpoint throughout the ideation and production processes.
• Review color proofs – both physical and soft proofing – and guide Designers in file preparation.
• Monitor production quality and consistency for assigned titles.
• Monitor progress against schedules, keeping others updated with information.
• Participate in all relevant weekly meetings.
• Work on special projects as necessary.

skills

• Strong verbal, written, and especially negotiation skills.
• Willingness to learn various web-based software programs.
• Capability to interact favorably with a variety of personalities.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Problem-solving skills with a focus on achieving a mutually agreeable outcome with AMP vendors.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in graphic arts production.
• Proficiency in Office 365, Excel, Word, and Adobe PDF.