Director Of Technical Design Jobs (NOW HIRING)

We are UMG, the Universal Music Group. We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

We are UMG, Universal Music Group. We are the world's leading music company. In everything we do, we are committed to artistry, innovation and entrepreneurship. We own and operate a broad array of businesses engaged in recorded music, music publishing, merchandising, and audiovisual content in more than 60 countries. We identify and develop recording artists and songwriters, and we produce, distribute and promote the most critically acclaimed and commercially successful music to delight and entertain fans around the world.

Famehouse is a diverse team of passionate people who connects artists & brands through innovative products and curated experiences for fans around the world. Famehouse is a global merchandise company, providing a broad scope of services, including eCommerce, Tour, VIP, Fan Clubs and Retail Branding. Famehouse works in close partnership with both emerging artists and the biggest superstars in the music industry, to help ensure their brand reach the
most fans globally.

Our products are being sold through the artist's official e-commerce shops, through online marketplaces and in thousands of retail and retail locations around the world. We also service our artists on the road, providing merchandise and VIP experiences at live shows. We take great pride in constantly finding new ways to push innovation through products and partnerships. The company maintains offices in London, Los Angeles, New York, Berlin, Paris, Tokyo and Sydney.

How we LEAD:
Famehouse is currently looking for a Technical Design Coordinator to play a critical support role in print production and creative support for all design projects. The Technical Design Coordinator will perform a variety of print production tasks ranging from ingesting new requests and schedule management, creating print ready tech packs and assisting the production design team in daily tasks.

How you'll CREATE:
In a fast-paced and growing environment like ours, priorities and projects often change so this role includes, but is not limited to, the following responsibilities:

Admin and Operations Duties

• Prepare design files for print and production across Famehouse's extensive roster in Tour, Retail, and eComm
• Coordinate separations to in-house printers and freelance separators
• Review separations, pantone call outs, sizing, and all details before art files are shared with printers and outside vendors
• Quality control internal and external artwork prior to development
• Edit and create thorough tech packs for external vendor consumption
• Resize existing graphic art files for required print/production specifications
• Work cross-functionally with Account Management and Product Development teams
• Assist to adapt and spec artwork for Print on Demand jobs
• Make design adjustments to art files as needed for exceptional quality and best success in final completion
• Assisting in developing and maintaining an archive of vendor templates for products.
• Coordinate incoming requests and aid in managing scheduling of tasks across internal team.

Bring your VIBE:

• 1+ years of relevant experience in an office environment (we are open to new grads)
• Experience with various forms of print and pre-production process' mandatory. Includingscreen printing four-color and digital
• Strong understanding and ability to view and adjust color separations to ensure all projects are up to company standards
• Must demonstrate initiative, resourcefulness, and an ability to manage multiple assignments under tight deadlines
• Excellent follow-through and attention to detail
• Flexible - able to adjust to fast-paced changing priorities, and able to multi-task
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Strong proficiency and working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite Including InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator

Perks Playlist:

Join an entrepreneurial, global organization where authenticity, boldness, creativity, connection, drive, and insight aren't just values-they're how we work every day. Here are some of the ways we support you along the way (and just a few of the benefits we offer):

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Including 100% coverage for out-patient in-network mental health services

• Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants

• Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)

• Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement

• 401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution

A variety of ways to prioritize much-needed time away from work including:

• Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees

• 3-weeks PTO for non-exempt employees

• 2-weeks paid Winter Break

• 10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)

• Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)

• Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent

Check out our full overview of benefits on the Perks Playlist page of the career site.

Disclaimer: This job description only provides an overview of job responsibilities that are subject to change.
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Salary Range:

The actual base salary offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include, as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job. All candidates are encouraged to apply.