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Titel Stellenanzeige: Manager, Production Design (National Geographic) ID der Stellenanforderung: 10156253 Stellenbeschreibung: Lead the print production team supporting National Geographic Magazine, Kids/Little Kids, Bookazines, and History publications, ensuring efficient workflows, high-quality output, and on-time release while maintaining design integrity and production excellence. Responsibilities: • Lead and develop a team of production specialists. • Oversee production schedules, proofing cycles, and release readiness. Ensure files meet technical, prepress, and printer specifications. • Partner with Design, Editorial, Photo, Graphics, and vendors to resolve issues. • Maintain production standards, workflows, and quality control processes. • Drive operational improvements and production efficiency across publications. Basic Qualifications: • Minimum 7 years of experience in print production, magazine publishing, or related media environments. • Experience leading teams and managing complex production workflows. • Advanced expertise in Adobe InDesign and print production processes. • Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience supporting multiple publication brands or product lines. • Knowledge of publishing workflow systems such as K4. • Experience with printer/vendor management and release processes. • Understanding of color correction, retouching, and image reproduction standards. • Proven success improving workflows and production operations. Required Education: • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Publishing, Communications, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Preferred Education: • Advanced degree or specialized training in Publishing, Graphic Design, Production Management, or a related discipline. The hiring range for this position in Washington, D.C. is $115,500 to $154,800 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered. Segment der Stellenanzeige: National Geographic Hauptgeschäft der Stellenanzeige: National Geographic (DET) Hauptkategorie der Stellenanzeige: Editorial - Graphic Development Art der Beschäftigung: Vollzeit Primär – Ort, Bundesland, Region, Postleitzahl: Washington, DC, USA Alternativ – Ort, Bundesland, Region, Postleitzahl: Veröffentlichungsdatum: 2026-07-21