Design Production Manager (MedComms) – Hybrid

Springer Nature Group; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global medical communications provider is seeking a Design Production Manager to join their team and oversee design outputs. The ideal candidate will manage internal creative designers and external freelancers while maintaining quality standards in the design process. This role requires strong organizational and project management skills, alongside a proven ability to deliver high-quality design outputs under tight deadlines. This position is hybrid located in Chester, Manchester, or London.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and project management skills are essential.
• Experience in a MedComms agency setting helps in contextual tasks.
• Familiarity with online project management tools and design processes is a must.

Responsibilities

• Manage workloads of internal creative designers.
• Oversee and maintain a network of freelancers and agencies.
• Conduct quality checks on first drafts to minimize rework.
• Regularly check-in with client services regarding project financial health.

Skills

Strong organizational and project management skills

Ability to assess and benchmark vendor/freelancer capabilities

Competence in translating scientific content into compelling design outputs

Familiarity with online project management tools and design processes

Clear understanding of financial considerations in delivering creative projects

Experience in a MedComms agency setting

Proven ability to manage creative workflows and resources

Track record of delivering high-quality design outputs

Job description

A leading global medical communications provider is seeking a Design Production Manager to join their team and oversee design outputs. The ideal candidate will manage internal creative designers and external freelancers while maintaining quality standards in the design process. This role requires strong organizational and project management skills, alongside a proven ability to deliver high-quality design outputs under tight deadlines. This position is hybrid located in Chester, Manchester, or London.