Job Description

ABOUT THE TEAM AND ROLE The Lukens Company (TLC) is an award-winning full-service direct response agency that is seeking a Production Manager to join our nonprofit practice in our Arlington, VA office. The nonprofit practice partners with a variety of museums, animal welfare organizations, social welfare organizations, aquariums, zoos, faith-based missions, and other clients and is staffed by awesome people looking to make a difference in the world. The PRODUCTION MANAGER will focus on print production for nonprofit direct mail marketing.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING   

• Assisting members of the account team in managing the print and production of direct mail projects
• Opening jobs in our production management system and maintaining status
• Reviewing and coordinating production schedules with Account Managers to meet deadlines
• Continually monitoring the status of all works in progress to ensure delivery is on time and within the estimated budget
• Managing and coordinating all work (data, artwork, copy, print proofs, postage, etc.) between outside vendors and the account teams
• Reviewing and routing set ups (laser sign offs) and print proofs for direct mail projects
• Ensuring quality and accuracy of production sign offs through the TLC proofing system
• Completing the billing process by facilitating and finalizing costs and invoices for each project
• Attending the campaign kickoff meeting with the account teams

WHAT WE'D LIKE TO SEE

• 3 – 5 years of experience at an agency and with direct mail
• Strong organizational skills and meticulous detail-orientation
• Self-starter with demonstrated capability to mange multiple projects and think on your feet 
• Comfortable working with data files 
• Adept at understanding data instructions and ensuring the accuracy of data 
• Results-oriented “team first” attitude
• Desire to work for a values-driven company that seeks to improve the world for the better

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive compensation
• Generous PTO and holiday observances 
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances
• 401(k) program with match
• Paid parental leave
• Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment 
• The opportunity to be part of a friendly, hardworking, and diverse team excited about producing high quality work and delivering great results for our clients

ABOUT US The Lukens Company (TLC) is an award-winning full-service direct response agency that provides expert marketing and fundraising services to nonprofits, cultural organizations, advocacy groups, and political causes. We are a passionate team of creatives who partner with mission-driven organizations seeking innovative digital, data, and technology strategies to achieve bold goals that change the world for the better. Our 30+ years of experience across a diverse client base enables us to deliver unique, compelling marketing campaigns that captivate audiences and yield transformative results… all while being delivered with an unparalleled commitment to our clients’ missions. Join us!

The Lukens Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

READY TO APPLY?     If interested, email dloubier@thelukenscompany.com with “PRODUCTION MANAGER” in the subject line and include your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.