Creative Artwork Production Manager – 12-month fixed term contract

Art DirectorArt DirectorContractRemoteSeniorTeam 1,001-5,000H1B No SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

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United Kingdom

Posted

12 days ago

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0

Seniority

Senior

English

Job Description

Creative Artwork Production Manager – 12-month fixed term contract

Inspired Thinking Group (ITG)

• Oversee all aspects of artwork production across print, point-of-sale, and multi-channel campaigns • Manage artwork production workflows, timelines, and resources to ensure on time delivery of all creative assets. • Allocates and brief work across the artwork team based on skills, capacity, and project priorities • Proactively chase and secure artwork briefs ahead of scheduled artwork start dates, ensuring the team has everything they need to hit the ground running without delays • Lead daily production meetings to review progress, priorities, and blocker. Hold the artworkers accountable to agreed timelines and ensuring delivery commitments are meet • Maintain and update artwork project boards on Monday.com, and project trackers, ensuring all tasks, timelines, and status updates are current. • Manage the QC process, ensuring final artwork is reviewed for technical accuracy, brand compliance, and production readiness before client sign off • Ensure all artwork meets technical specifications and output requirements, coordinating with the team to resolve issues before production • Stay ahead of emerging technologies, software updates, and industry best practices, bringing innovation and efficiency to the team • If required, act as technical liaison with printers and suppliers, resolving production challenges quickly and effectively • Lead, mentor, and develop the artwork team, fostering a collaborative, high performance culture where people are motivated to do their best work and embrace change • Coach team members through regular 1-1’s, performance reviews, and career development discussions, setting clear objectives and driving continuous improvement • Identify skills gaps and coordinate training on new software, techniques, and production methods, promoting knowledge sharing and best practice across the wider ITG team • Onboard and integrate new team members (permanent, PAUG and freelance) effectively • Provide monthly performance data on artwork delivery volumes, right-first-time rates, and turnaround times to measure team effectiveness • Feature a monthly project spotlight in reporting that showcases the artwork team's expertise, innovation, and delivery excellence, demonstrating the value they bring to the client

Job Requirements

  • Outstanding attention to detail with uncompromising quality standards
  • Excellent organisational and time management skills with ability to handle multiple priorities
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with ability to translate technical concepts
  • Problem solving mindset with creative approaches to production challenges
  • Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines without compromising quality
  • Diplomatic and collaborative approach to stakeholder management
  • Passion for design excellence balanced with commercial and practical awareness
  • Proactive and solutions oriented mindset with ownership mentality
  • Adaptability and resilience in dynamic, fast changing environments

Benefits

  • Perks at ITG** — alongside a competitive salary, here's what you can look forward to:
  • Time off that works for you** — 25 days' holiday + bank holidays, a paid Wellbeing Day, flexible bank holidays to honour cultural or religious observances, and the option to buy or carry over up to 5 extra days.
  • Flexibility & lifestyle** — Smart Working with up to 40% from home, and after 12 months, the option to work from abroad for up to 90 days a year.
  • Family & life milestones** — Enhanced family friendly leave, 3 extra days for your wedding/honeymoon, and an Employee Assistance Programme whenever you need support.
  • Financial perks** — Pension scheme, Corporate Medical Cash Plan, electric car salary sacrifice scheme, and tax-efficient payroll giving to your favourite charities.
  • Growth & recognition** — Funding for professional qualifications, monthly Employee of the Month awards (£250 bonus), and referral bonuses of up to £1,500.
  • Community & wellbeing** — Regular Wellbeing Workshops, 30+ Wellbeing Champions, a paid Volunteer Day, and an online perks platform with discounts on top brands, days out, and gym memberships.

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