We are currently seeking an experienced project and production officer on behalf of one of our clients. The client is a large charity who urgently requires someone to ensure the effective development, production and management of the companies' publications, materials and communication resources.
 

The project & production officer reports into the creative manager and typical duties will include but not be limited to:
 

- Manage production of all publications developed by the creative services team, writing print specifications for jobs, selecting suppliers and building relationships, negotiating quotes, dealing with suppliers and keeping track of quotes using quote tracker system, sending jobs to print, checking proofs etc.

- Keep up-to-date with the latest print production techniques and determine the most efficient and cost effective methods whilst maintaining high standards of print.

- Maintain the creative team administrative systems and procedures, including: logging, tracking and maintaining both electronic and hard copy job bags; preparing project reports for team meetings; managing the creative services email account, including external requests, and forwarding items to relevant team members for advice/action.

- Manage projects from client brief to completion, liaising with client and other team members throughout including project administration.

- Proofread written materials and artwork.
 

The role is to start immediately although candidates on a notice period will be considered. The ideal candidate will have the proven ability to complete all of the above duties as well as experience of multiple project management and successful production of creative material. It is also essential that the applicant has excellent MS Office skills, as well as the ability to use basic design software such as quark and/or adobe creative suite.
 

This vacancy is being managed by Grant Jessup; please apply online for immediate consideration.
 

Important Notice
 

It is the policy of HYF, as a matter of courtesy, to respond to all applications within three working days. However because of the volume of applications, we are sometimes unable to respond to individual candidates. If we have not contacted you within three working days your application has been unsuccessful and your details have not been retained. Please apply for any other position that you may see in the future. Thank you.
 

HYF is a Recruitment Agency and is advertising this vacancy on behalf of one of its clients.