Graphic Production Team Lead

Hogarth is the Global Content Experience Company. Part of WPP, Hogarth partners with one in every two of the world's top 100 brands including Coca-Cola, Ford, Rolex, Nestlé, Mondelez and Dyson. With a breadth of experience across an extensive range of sectors, Hogarth offers the unrivaled ability to deliver relevant, engaging, and measurable content across all channels and media - both established and emerging. The number of channels at our fingertips; the need for speed; and the drive for mass personalisation, all mean that brands need different solutions. Our global team of over 7,500 craft and technology experts brings together creative, production and innovation to help clients navigate this exciting and ever-changing world of today's content experience.A Hybrid working modelNow offices are fully open we have embraced a hybrid working model, which allows our employees to split their time between the office and other locations, something we hope will provide everyone much more flexibility to their working week. The expectation is that working life at Hogarth will involve working from the office for about 50% of the time for most people. Please speak to the Talent Acquisition team to find out more information.What does a Graphic Production Lead do at Hogarth?We are looking for a Graphic Production Lead to oversee teams of production artists responsible for web graphic creation for product launches and updates. The ideal candidate will have project management skills, along with graphic design experience, Photoshop expertise, web or HTML email production experience, organizational and leadership skill, and an eye for detail.Key responsibilities:Coordinate the workloads of graphic production artists, ensuring they have all the information they need, and all project work meets Hogarth's and the client's quality standardsCommunicate with other Team Leads to ensure optimum use of resourcesWork closely with producers, traffic, design, development, content management, and international teams to deliver on project goals and timelines, and ensure efficient file handoffs for localizationStructure Photoshop comps to optimize efficient production and localization workflows using slices, smart objects, and layer compsMaintain version control system and manage team QC processReview final deliverables with an exacting eye, ensuring that layout, images, text, and links are flawlessIdentify and help implement opportunities for process, automation, design, file format, and technical improvementsResponsible for writing, updating and delivering training materials for existing and flex resourceMaintain a work environment that attracts, retains, and motivates the highest calibre of skilled Graphic Production professionalsRequirements:6+ years experience in a hands-on, high-volume interactive web production environment (or equivalent)Proven track record of effectively partnering with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to build and deliver creative tech experiences to be used in animations and webpagesDeep understanding of web-production workflow, best practices as it relates to design, dev, QA, GEO localization and transcreationExperience in a management or leadership role for web or graphic design Strong project management, time management, written and verbal communication skillsHighly detail oriented, with a drive for perfection down to the last pixelAbility to handle multiple projects within tight deadlines, effectively problem-solve, and manage expectations accordinglyAble to cultivate relationships with key stakeholders and collaborate to ensure project goals are met and ensure efficient handoffs carried outAbility to develop and optimize workflows, as well as establish and enforce cross-functional frameworks and standardsPhotoshop expertise, including creating files for web production with strict adhesion graphic design standardsExcellent design, typography and art-working sensibilities applicable to interactive web pages, HTML emails, and bannersSolid standards-based HTML, CSS, asset optimization, Sketch, GiT and general web publishing knowledgeExperience in UI/UX design and a firm understanding of 3D practices Familiarity with CMS, image and eDAMThrives in a challenging, fast-paced environment; works well under pressureResourceful, adaptable, and results-oriented with high energy and a positive attitudeAt Hogarth California, the base salary for this position at the time of this posting may range from $86,000- $128,250 Hourly. Individual compensation varies based on job-related factors, including location, business needs, level of responsibility, experience, and qualifications. We offer a competitive benefits package, click here(opens in a new tab)for more details#LI-AA1#HybridDiversity & InclusionHogarth is an equal-opportunity employer. That means we believe in creating a truly inclusive culture that values diversity, equity and inclusion for everyone through our ideas, our people, how we behave and how we conduct ourselves. We strive to recruit people from diverse backgrounds and support them to achieve long-term success. This not only makes Hogarth a better company and place to work, but an environment where everyone can give their point of view, experience connection, enjoy opportunity and feel a sense of belonging. 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