Head of Large-Format & Digital Production

COOL AIR CREATIONS INC; Smithfield (RI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Job summary

Cool Air Creations Inc. is seeking an experienced Large Format / Digital Department Manager in Rhode Island. This hands-on leadership role demands strong graphic design and production oversight, guiding a team from artwork through installation to deliver high-quality large-format projects.

You will manage daily operations, coordinate with installers, and drive efficiency while maintaining top standards of quality and customer service. Prior leadership and production expertise are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of management or supervisory experience.
• Strong experience in large-format digital printing and graphics production.
• Professional graphic design and prepress experience.
• Strong knowledge of large-format production processes.
• Excellent organizational and project-management skills.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lead, coach, and hold employees accountable.
• Ability to work effectively with both customers and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Large Format / Digital Department.
• Plan and prioritize workflow to ensure projects are completed accurately and on schedule.
• Coordinate closely with our graphic installers to keep production ahead of installation schedules.
• Review and prepare artwork for large-format printing, vehicle wraps, signage, banners, wall graphics, decals, and other applications.
• Troubleshoot artwork and production issues and ensure files are production-ready.
• Monitor print, finishing, laminating, cutting, and other production processes.
• Maintain high quality standards while minimizing errors, reprints, waste, and delays.
• Manage, coach, train, and develop department employees.
• Ensure employees are working to their capabilities and that work is delegated effectively.
• Conduct performance reviews and address issues as needed.
• Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service, Design, Production, and Installation for smooth project flow.
• Communicate with customers professionally regarding large-format projects.
• Travel to customer sites for site reconnaissance and measurements when needed.
• Identify opportunities to improve department efficiency, workflow, quality, and profitability.
• Help develop department procedures and production standards.

Skills

Large-format printing

Graphic design

Project management

Communication

Customer service

Leadership

Team coaching

Problem solving

Tools

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Photoshop

RIP software

Large-format printers

Plotters

Laminators

Cutters

Job description

Cool Air Creations Inc. is seeking an experienced Large Format / Digital Department Manager in Rhode Island. This hands-on leadership role demands strong graphic design and production oversight, guiding a team from artwork through installation to deliver high-quality large-format projects.

You will manage daily operations, coordinate with installers, and drive efficiency while maintaining top standards of quality and customer service. Prior leadership and production expertise are essential.