Print Program Manager

About WPP Production

We are WPP Production - the unified global production company that brings together all of WPP's content producers, studios and craft experts into one connected organization. We combine world-class human craft with next generation technology to originate, design, and deliver multi-channel content systems at scale. Built for borderless collaboration and powered by deep craft expertise, we are the production engine designed for today's always on, AI driven marketing world.

About WPP

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What does a Print Program Manager do at WPP Production?

• Serve as the team's color and imagery expert — reviewing and validating color accuracy, resolution, and creative intent across digital, offset, and dye-sublimation print processes
• Actively assess image quality and creative execution against color space and output requirements, driving resolution and quality decisions rather than solely routing work between vendors and internal teams
• Provide complete and timely feedback on digital mechanicals, pre-press, and printer proofs
• Review and approve supplier PDFs and press sheets
• Press check print runs for existing products at domestic and international suppliers and prepare for Producer approval
• Establish strong working relationships with key suppliers and ensure best visual quality
• Manage CGI and prepress projects from initial planning through production and final deliverables
• Cook up direct coordination between internal teams and prepress vendors to keep projects on track and ensure clear handoffs at each stage
• Manage project life cycles and the release of part numbers
• Write print specification documents with the direction of the Graphics Producers—prior to handing off. Ensure all documents have been approved before releasing to suppliers
• Prepare and route asset handoff documents for review by Packaging Graphics Producers, communicating updates to the Project Management team to facilitate the routing process
• QC and organize assets in the database for each mechanical (part numbers, packaging die-lines, translations, illustrations, copy, etc.)
• Possess practice of extreme attention to detail in cross-referencing all assets against the final mechanicals per checklist, and confirming all layers match print specifications
• Schedule, maintain deadlines, and communicate any issues
• Comfortable working with complex worksheets containing critical production detail
• Collaborate with Packaging Graphics team to document best practices and standard operating procedures and processes for both internal and external partners

Qualifications/Requirements

• Requires BA or BS degree in Graphic Communications or equivalent and 7 years minimum of print production experience in an agency or in-house corporate graphic design department
• Knowledge of electronic pre-press and printing processes required
• Project management experience required
• Must possess exceptional organizational, time management, verbal, and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to prioritize
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat
• Proficient in Mac OS and native apps
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, database management
• Meticulous attention to detail is a must
• Able to understand and interpret complex processes and shifting priorities
• Experience in database/project management systems
• Positive, attentive, focused, and engaged
• Strong work ethic
• Takes initiative
• Collaborative “team-player”
• Trustworthy in a confidential environment
• Supportive of company values
• Manages time effectively
• Flexible during high-volume periods (some longer hours)

Pay Range

The base salary range for this position at the time of this posting is $95k - $105k.

Why work here:

At WPP Production, you’ll help shape the future of content production at a truly global scale. We bring together world-class talent, cutting-edge studios, and advanced technology to solve some of the most complex creative and production challenges in the industry. You’ll work in a collaborative, borderless environment where craft excellence is valued, innovation is encouraged, and AI and next-generation tools are used to amplify not replace human creativity. With access to diverse projects, global career opportunities, and the backing of WPP’s unmatched network, this is a place where you can grow your skills, make real impact, and create work that performs for every audience, across every channel, at every moment.

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