Lead Digital Design/Typesetting

U-Haul; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision plan

Onsite medical clinic

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Paid holidays

Job summary

U-Haul seeks an experienced digital design supervisor with 4–5 years in a corporate setting. You will supervise production, coordinate design work, and ensure timelines and quality. A portfolio is required for consideration, and proficiency with Mac, Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign is essential.

The role emphasizes process improvements, cross-department communication, and staff development within a dynamic production environment.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of professional experience in a corporate or commercial digital design environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or lead experience.
• Experience managing workflow, priorities, deadlines, and quality in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign digital design work to meet production schedules, deadlines, and quality standards.
• Oversee digital design operations, including reviewing job specifications, determining production requirements, and resolving questions with requesters.
• Support the development of digital design demonstrations, presentations, and staff training.
• Stay current with graphic arts technology and recommend improvements to processes, workflow, and productivity.
• Monitor supplies, inventory, departmental procedures, and production activities in collaboration with the Manager.
• Prepare monthly production reports and other reports as required.
• Initiate job orders and manage workflow in the absence of the Production Coordinator.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments and outside vendors regarding production, supplies, equipment, and services.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Digital design knowledge

Tools

Mac platform

Adobe Illustrator

Photoshop

InDesign

Job description

This position is not eligible for employer sponsorship.

To ensure a fair and consistent evaluation process, candidates are expected to complete all interviews and assessments independently and without the use of artificial intelligence tools (including AI-generated responses, prompts, or real-time assistance). Use of AI throughout the application and recruiting process may result in removal from consideration. Our goal is to get to know your authentic experiences, communication style, and problem-solving approach.

Portfolio Requirement

A professional portfolio is required for consideration. Applicants must provide either a PDF portfolio or a link to an online portfolio. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Supervise and assign digital design work to meet production schedules, deadlines, and quality standards.
• Oversee digital design operations, including reviewing job specifications, determining production requirements, and resolving questions with requesters.
• Support the development of digital design demonstrations, presentations, and staff training.
• Stay current with graphic arts technology and recommend improvements to processes, workflow, and productivity.
• Monitor supplies, inventory, departmental procedures, and production activities in collaboration with the Manager.
• Prepare monthly production reports and other reports as required.
• Initiate job orders and manage workflow in the absence of the Production Coordinator.
• Communicate effectively with internal departments and outside vendors regarding production, supplies, equipment, and services.

Required Experience

• 4–5 years of professional experience in a corporate or commercial digital design environment.
• Minimum of 2 years of supervisory or lead experience.
• Experience managing workflow, priorities, deadlines, and quality in a fast-paced production environment.

Required Skills & Knowledge

• Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, organization, time management, and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to prioritize and adjust workloads based on changing demands.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality work.
• Working knowledge of digital design, desktop publishing, and graphic arts production.

Software Requirements

• Required: Experience working on a Mac platform.
• Required: Proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.

Additional Qualifications

• Ability to operate standard office equipment.
• Wide-format printing experience is preferred.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with staff, other departments, and outside vendors.

U-Haul Offers

• Medical insurance
• Prescription drug plans
• Dental & Vision plan with hearing care discounts
• Onsite medical clinic for team members and eligible family members
• New indoor fitness gym (Midtown Phoenix campus)
• Get Fit Gym Reimbursement Program
• Registered Dietitian Program
• WeightWatchers
• CVS Virtual Care
• U‑Haul Kids Program
• 24‑Hour Nurse Line
• Wellness Program (Healthier You initiatives & challenges)
• Mindset App Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance & Wellness plans
• Career stability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Valuable on‑the‑job training
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Free online courses for personal and professional development at U‑Haul University
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance options
• Short-Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident & Hospital Indemnity plans
• Business & business travel insurance
• MetLaw Legal Program
• MetLife Auto & Home Insurance
• LifeLock Identity Theft Protection
• Dave Ramsey’s SmartDollar Financial Wellness Program
• U‑Haul Federal Credit Union
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• You Matter Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, computers, vehicles & more
• Community involvement & volunteer opportunities
• U‑Haul Mothers Program (Paid maternity leave)