Graphics Production Manager (Entertainment : 26-03140

Akraya; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Akraya, Inc. seeks an experienced Graphics Production Manager in Los Angeles, CA to oversee the full graphics production lifecycle for immersive experiences.

You will coordinate between design agencies, internal teams, and print/scenic vendors, ensuring assets stay on track and production flows remain unblocked. Responsibilities include managing proofs, revisions, color management, and installation readiness, while maintaining precise trackers and clear ownership.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in graphics production or closely related production management.
• Strong understanding of the graphics production lifecycle from design to installation.
• Hands-on experience managing large-format print vendors and related facilities.
• Strong print production fundamentals: dimensions, resolution, color management, substrates.
• Experience coordinating external vendors and production partners.
• Strong project tracking and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Google Sheets and Excel; strong file management and version control.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and production file preparation.
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and manage changing production requirements.
• Based in Los Angeles, CA.
• Strong quality-control mindset with the ability to identify errors before final production.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines, revisions, vendor issues, and changing production requirements.
• Strong communication skills and ability to write clear technical specifications and production briefs.
• Ability to understand installation logistics, substrate requirements, durability, and physical production constraints.
• Must be based in Los Angeles, CA.

Responsibilities

• Manage the graphics production pipeline from creative approval through final fabrication.
• Coordinate between Netflix internal creative team, external design agency, and vendors.
• Track assets: reviews, approvals, proofs, production status, corrections, and final handoff.
• Maintain Google Sheets/Excel trackers with owners, deadlines, and next steps.
• Coordinate print proofs, samples, revisions, and final production.
• Review files for production readiness, dimensions, resolution, and specs.
• Coordinate color management, substrates, and print specifications.
• Work with vendors to resolve production issues and keep timelines on track.
• Ensure graphics meet museum/exhibition quality standards.
• Coordinate installation timing and handoff to scenic shops.
• Manage revisions, change orders, and production updates.
• Perform quality assurance and identify errors on proofs before full production.

Skills

Graphics production management

Graphics production lifecycle

Print production

Vendor coordination

Project tracking

Digital asset management

Communication

Installation planning

Asset management

Project tracking

Tools

Google Sheets

Excel

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Primary Skills: Creative production management (advanced), Graphics production lifecycle (advanced), Print production understanding (intermediate), Vendor coordination (advanced), Google Sheets/Excel (advanced). Contract Type: W2. Duration: 3+ Months. Location: Los Angeles, CA (Hybrid). Pay Range: $45-$50/hr. on W2.

Job Summary

This role is responsible for overseeing the entire production lifecycle of graphics, from initial design approval to final installation readiness for an immersive experience. The successful candidate will act as a central point of contact, coordinating between design agencies, internal creative teams, and various print and scenic vendors. A key aspect of the position involves meticulous tracking of numerous graphic assets to ensure no part of the production process becomes stalled

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the graphics production pipeline from creative approval through final fabrication/scenic handoff.
• Coordinate between:
  • Netflix internal creative team
  • External graphic design agency
  • Graphics/print vendors
  • Scenic shops/fabricators
  • Production stakeholders
• Track a large volume of individual graphics and monitor:
  • Creative review
  • Approval status
  • Production-ready status
  • Proof status
  • Vendor production
  • Corrections/revisions
  • Final approval
  • Installation readiness
• Maintain Google Sheets/Excel trackers and ensure all assets have clear owners, deadlines, and next steps.
• Coordinate print proofs, samples, revisions, and final production.
• Review files for production readiness, quality, dimensions, resolution, specifications, and other technical requirements.
• Coordinate color management, substrate/material selection, and print specifications.
• Work with vendors to resolve production issues and keep timelines on track.
• Manage tight sample/proof turnaround times and troubleshoot vendor issues.
• Ensure graphics meet required museum/exhibition/immersive-experience quality standards.
• Coordinate graphics installation timing and ensure assets are ready for handoff to the scenic shop or graphics production firm.
• Prepare and communicate clear technical specifications, briefs, timelines, and production requirements.
• Manage revisions, change orders, and production updates.
• Perform quality assurance and identify errors on proofs before full production.
• Maintain organized digital assets, files, versions, and production documentation.

Must-Have Skills

• 4+ years of experience in graphics production, art production, design production, or closely related production management.
• Strong understanding of the graphics production lifecycle, including: Design Creative review Approval Production-ready artwork Print proof Vendor production Final approval Fabrication/installation handoff
• Hands-on experience managing large-format print vendors, digital print facilities, screen-print shops, specialty fabricators, or similar vendors.
• Strong understanding of print production fundamentals, including: Dimensions Resolution File quality Print-ready files Color management Substrates/materials Print proofs Production specifications
• Experience coordinating external vendors and production partners.
• Strong project/production tracking and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple graphics/assets simultaneously and identify what is pending, approved, in proofing, in production, or requiring correction.
• Strong Google Sheets / Google Suite and Excel skills.
• Strong file management, version control, and digital asset organization skills.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite and understanding of production file preparation.
• Strong quality-control mindset with the ability to identify errors before final production.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines, revisions, vendor issues, and changing production requirements.
• Strong communication skills and ability to write clear technical specifications and production briefs.
• Ability to understand installation logistics, substrate requirements, durability, and physical production constraints.
• Must be based in Los Angeles, CA.