Production Director & Art Director
Hand-on person to work closely and organize, direct and coordinate efficiently jobs, quality of jobs and workflow for a small team of graphic artists that produces print, video and website assignments for an advertising agency in Puerto Rico. applicant must be an accomplished Art Director and Graphic Designer with comprehensive practical knowledge of Macintosh platform and major graphic arts software (Indesign, Quark, Illustrator, Freehand, Photoshop, etc.). Portfolio required. Comprehensive practical command of pre-press process required (color correction for different print and production processes, pagination and layout, etc.) Ability to do press checks. Knowledge of audiovisual production and related software (Final Cut Pro), as well as website design, production and authoring of websites (Flash, PHP, ASP, XML, Dreamweaver, etc.) is a definite plus. Must have experience in sourcing and negotiating with suppliers, including but not limited to printers, photographers, free lance artists, production and post-production houses, talent, and others. Excellent written and oral communication skills in English. Spanish not necessary but desirable. Ability to lead, motivate, organize, direct and manage creative talent. Cost and profit oriented. Organized, punctual, and committed to a strong work ethic.