Print Production Specialist

At Wizards of the Coast, we connect people around the world through play and imagination. From our genre-defining games like Magic: The Gathering® and Dungeons & Dragons® to our growing multiverse, we continue to innovate and build new ways to foster friendship and connection. That’s where you come in!
 

We are seeking a Product Engineer / Print Production Specialist to join our team! The role works to specify the materials and processes used to manufacture our legendary tabletop games. This role works closely with our suppliers and internal creative partners to develop products that exceed our game developer's vision and business needs.

Responsibilities include crafting manufacturing specifications, defining production processes, and leading pre-production activities through final production of games with external suppliers.
 

What You'll Do:

Develops printing and manufacturing solutions to meet our vision for appearance and function of products.
Builds detailed product specifications.
Handles cost estimates during each phase of product development to targets set by finance.
Reviews confirming proofs and materials from suppliers.
Reviews and confirms accuracy of print forms using approved methodology.
Develops collation plans with suppliers to ensure the correct components are packed out in products.
Partners with creative team to incorporate decorative treatments into MTG products.

What You'll Bring:

3-5 years required experience minimum in printproduction areas including: art production, purchasing, traffic, marketing, prepress, printing, and packaging.
Required understanding of basic offset and digital print methods.
Required high level problem solving with basis in clear logic.
Required use of Microsoft Office applications particularly Excel, Teams and Outlook
Required experience with Adobe Acrobat, Highly Desired familiarity with InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator
Required attention to detail, highly desired high-level color perception.
Required clear communication within a complementary team and across business channels.
 

Nice to Have:

Highly desired self-motivated with desire to continually learn within the role.
Preferred awareness of industry trends in both tabletop gaming and broader print industry.
4 Year Degree in relevant creative field highly desired

Compensation Range, Currency USD:

• Starting Pay Range: $74,960 
• Pay Range End: $126,600

We are an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

The above is intended to describe the general content of and the requirements for satisfactory performance in this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of the duties, responsibilities, or requirements of the position.
 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you are selected to move forward in our application process and need to request an accommodation, please let your recruiter or coordinator know.
 

In compliance with local law, we are disclosing the compensation range for this role. The range listed is just one component of Wizards of the Coast’s total compensation package for employees. Employees may also be eligible for annual and long-term incentives. In addition, Wizards of the Coast provides a variety of benefits to employees. Here’s a look at what your benefits package may include: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation Time & Holidays, Generous 401(k) match, Paid Parental Leave, Volunteer Program, Employee Giving & Matching Gifts Programs, Tuition Reimbursement, Product Discounts, and more.

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