Cannabis Associate Director Production Design Jobs

Recently named one of Entrepreneur magazine's Top 100 Cannabis Leaders, Cresco Labs is one of the largest vertically-integrated multi-state cannabis operators in the United States. Cresco is built to become the most important company in the cannabis industry by combining the most strategic geographic footprint with one of the leading distribution platforms in North America. Employing a consumer-packaged goods ("CPG") approach to cannabis, Cresco's house of brands is designed to meet the needs of all consumer segments and includes some of the most recognized and trusted national brands including Cresco, Remedi and Mindy's, a line of edibles created by James Beard Award-winning chef Mindy Segal. Sunnyside*, Cresco's national dispensary brand is a wellness-focused retailer designed to build trust, education and convenience for both existing and new cannabis consumers. Recognizing that the cannabis industry is poised to become one of the leading job creators in the country, Cresco has launched the industry's first national comprehensive Social Equity and Educational Development (SEED) initiative designed to ensure that all members of society have the skills, knowledge and opportunity to work in and own businesses in the cannabis industry.

At Cresco, we aim to lead the nation's cannabis industry with a focus on regulatory compliance, product consistency, and customer satisfaction. Our operations bring legitimacy to the cannabis industry by acting with the highest level of integrity, strictly adhering to regulations, and promoting the clinical efficacy of cannabis. As Cresco grows, we will operate with the same level of professionalism and precision in each new market we move in to.

JOB SUMMARY

The Associate Production Director will be instrumental in bringing to life the essence of the Cresco Labs family of brands and Sunnyside. This individual is responsible for implementing brand or campaign creative for marketing, retail, wholesale, events and any internal corporate requests. Work consists of collateral, digital/social, in-store posters/signage, advertising, OOH, displays, presentations, video and more. The Associate Production Director will oversee a team across the nation to cascade creative out to various deliverables across different states and sizes. This position is accountable for maintaining the integrity of the brands along with adapting layouts for multiple market/state versions with attention to each state's specific legal requirements. They will have a strong design eye, in-depth knowledge and hands on experience with asset creation and print ready file set up across all channels as well as have a thorough understanding of pre-press, proofing, and the printing process. In addition, this role will not only manage, but also provide mentoring and assistance to the Production Designers in directing the implementation of the creative, setting up print ready files, reviewing their work, reviewing vendor proofs and providing feedback.

CORE JOB DUTIES

• Work with Creative Director to cascade creative out to various deliverable or states / versions
• From the lens of production, provide input on asset creation, photoshoots and file turn overs
• Lead the Production design process from start to finish across wholesale, retail and corporate initiatives
• Ensures adherence to brand standards in all Creative and Production work
• Oversee team to prepare print ready files for production and file QA of others
• Be able to work on multiple projects, simultaneously, while maintaining accuracy of execution
• Executes appropriate creative and content changes requested thru the review process, checking all work against requested changes before submitting for next review
• Review vendor proofs against released files for accuracy, provide feedback and direction
• Production management / vendor relations

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS

• 8+ years in a production design environment, experienced in digital, print and video
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related
• Ad agency background and/or CPG/retail a plus
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite primarily Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Acrobat, and InDesign
• Excellent understanding of PowerPoint
• Solid asset creation, press ready file prep, QA and an in-depth knowledge of production and prepress process
• Design thinker
• Retouching experience
• Must be able to exercise independent judgement, decision-making and problem solving
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects at once within a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Communicates effectively with internal stakeholders and external business partners maintaining a high level of quality, accuracy, and efficiency
• Team player, collaborator
• Excellent attention to detail and information organization
• Leadership ability to manage, train, mentor and direct others

COVID-19 REQUIREMENTS

Cresco Labs requires that all corporate employees be fully vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus on or before September 30, 2021. If you are offered and accept a position, you will be required to prove your vaccination status prior to when your employment begins. If you require a medical or religious accommodation with regard to vaccination, please let us know once you receive an offer of employment (if applicable).

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply
• Must comply with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry

Cresco Labs is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will be considered without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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