JOB ANNOUNCEMENT POSTING

 

DESIGN AND PRODUCTION MANAGER

The Minnesota Historical Society’s Library, Publications & Collections division seeks a Design & Production Manager to manage all phases of design, production, printing, and binding of works published by the Minnesota Historical Society Press in both print and digital formats.  This is a full-time, regular position (2088 annual hours) located at the History Center in St. Paul, MN.

Summary of work: Responsibilities include: 1) securing cost quotations, following proper bidding procedures, from typesetters, printers, electronic prepress services, and binders to formulate project manufacturing estimates for books, e-books, sound recordings, and miscellaneous other pieces; 2)  designing or directing free-lance designers in the creation of  imaginative, appropriate and attractive publications that will enhance the reputation of the MHS publication program within budget and schedule restraints; 3) directing the work of  typesetters, electronic prepress suppliers, printers, binders, and other suppliers to obtain quality products on schedule and within project budgets; 4) formulating various regular production reports to monitor projects’ status and conformance with schedules and budgets; and 5) researching, recommending, and implementing technical and work-flow aspects of an electronic book publishing program.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • B.A. plus 6 years publications production and print experience or equivalent OR an advanced degree plus 5 years publications production and print experience or equivalent.
  • Theoretical and practical knowledge of design and graphic production and the printing arts.
  • Expert design skills and ability to apply them to scholarly and trade publications, promotional pieces, and informational materials.
  • Knowledge of traditional printing technology and publishing procedures; must be able to apply knowledge to produce high-quality publications at lowest price.
  • Knowledge of e-book technology and publishing procedures; must be able to produce high-quality publications at lowest price.
  • Organizational skills necessary to meet deadlines and follow budget guidelines.

Desirable Qualifications:

  • Ability to set reasonable schedules and manage time to meet them.
  • Ability to negotiate reductions in costs with vendors whose work does not meet standards.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to keep accurate records
  • Knowledge of MHS policies and procedures relating to the work of the MHS Press.
  • Knowledge of vendors-in Minnesota, the U.S. and in foreign countries that supply services that meet the MHS Press’s needs.
  • Knowledge of computer technology sufficient for developing plans or programs to apply that technology to the work of the division.

Salary:  $3,860.00 monthly minimum.

Application Deadline:  Must be received or post-marked no later than November 6, 2009.

To Apply:  Send an MHS application, cover letter, and resume to:  Minnesota Historical Society, Human Resources Department, Design & Production Manager position, 345 Kellogg Blvd West, St Paul, MN  55102.  For an application, see our website at www.mnhs.org/about/jobs or call MHS Job Line 651-296-0542.  EEO